These educational materials are free to download and are aimed to help veterinary and equine students with their decision making in cases of equine colic. The resources produced are based on research undertaken by the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, co-funded by World Horse Welfare.

Essential diagnostic tests

Diagnostic tests

Download this guide to diagnostic tests for colic.

Restraint safety

Download this guide to safety and restraint during treatment for colic.

Rectal examination

Download this guide to rectal examinations for suspected colic.

Rectal examination image guide

Download this image-led guide to rectal examinations for suspected colic.

Nasogastric intubation

Download this guide to nasogastric intubation.

Nasogastric intubation image guide

Download this image-led guide to nasogastric intubation.

Initial assessment

History taking

Download this guide to history taking in colic cases.

History taking image guide

Download this image-led guide to history taking in colic cases.

Body system assessment

Download this guide to body system assessment in colic cases.

Body system assessment image guide

Download this image-led guide to body system assessment in colic cases.

Clinical signs

Download this guide to clinical signs in colic cases.

Clinical signs image guide

Download this image-led guide to clinical signs in colic cases.

Critical case evaluation

Download this guide to critical case evaluation in colic cases.

Critical case evaluation image guide

Download this image-led guide to critical case evaluation in colic cases.

Toma de Historia Clínica

Toma de Historia Clínica

Exámen físico

Exámen físico

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