Incidence and causes of pregnancy loss after Day 70 of gestation in Thoroughbreds.

Jessica M LawsonAlastair K FooteKenneth SmithKristien L VerheyenAmanda M de Mestre

Published in: Equine veterinary journal (2020)

Pregnancy loss after Day 70 of gestation is a significant source of loss in the Thoroughbred with umbilical cord-related pathologies being the most commonly diagnosed cause. Reporting the incidence of pregnancy loss at a population level with clear case definitions will allow for accurate global comparisons.

Keyphrases

umbilical cord
preterm birth
preterm infants
risk factors
pregnancy outcomes
gestational age
emergency department
bone marrow
adverse drug