Jaramillo Morales, CamiloVásquez Correa, Eliana María2014-10-222014-10-222014-10-222256-3342http://hdl.handle.net/10567/1192The field attention of fractured horses is a challenge for the veterinarian, because he must determine quickly whether to start a treatment or recommend the euthanasia. There are important aspects to take into account when trying to solve the case, among these aspects the evaluation of the emergency, the requirement of sedation or anesthesia, initial wound management and fracture stabilization and analgesic, antibiotic and fluid therapy. In addition the selection of an appropriate transportation from the site where is the horse to a referral center. Make quick and accurate decisions is critical for the patient prognosis.esCorporación Universitaria LasallistaFacultad de Ciencias Administrativas y AgropecuariasCaballos - Enfermedades - TratamientoCaballos - EnfermedadesUrgencias veterinariasFracturas (Medicina Veterinaria)Fracturas (Medicina Veterinaria) - TratamientoArticle