Soft Tissue
Soft Tissue For Your Pet | Townsend Vet Albury
When a horse needs surgery, it’s often for a problem that won’t resolve safely with rest or medication alone. In Albury, soft tissue surgery for horses may be recommended for wounds, infections, hernias, airway problems, eye conditions, or certain abdominal emergencies.
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Soft Tissue FAQs
Just a few common questions about Soft Tissue. If there is something else you need to know just ask in the Contact Us form below!
How do you decide if a wound needs surgery or can heal with bandaging?
We consider location, depth, contamination, tissue viability, and whether important structures are involved. Some wounds benefit from suturing or debridement to reduce infection risk and help edges heal, while others are safer left open with careful management.
How long will my horse need to rest afterwards?
That depends on the procedure and the tissues involved. A simple skin repair may need a shorter period of controlled rest, while deeper wounds, hernia repair, or abdominal surgery usually require a longer, staged recovery plan.
What are the most common complications?
Infection, wound breakdown, and excessive swelling are common concerns, especially in lower limb wounds where bandaging is harder. We’ll show you what to monitor and when to contact Townsend Vet Albury.
Will my horse need antibiotics?
Not always, but they’re often used when infection is present, contamination is high, or deeper tissues are involved. The safest choice depends on the wound, the horse, and sometimes test results.
