Post-operative abdominal adhesions are a significant problem in horses, as they can lead to intestinal obstruction or strangulation. In recent years, a laparoscope is used to look into the abdomen and break down any adhesions that have formed seven to 10 days after the initial surgery. Unfortunately, in some foals, new adhesions form after second-look laparoscopy, but these are generally less
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