Posted on 01/25/2007 12:02:47 PM PST by gate2wire
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro is doing well after a planned procedure yesterday. “Barbaro was placed under anesthesia yesterday to have his left hind foot cast replaced,” said Dr. Dean W. Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “We also removed the cast on his right hind leg and replaced it with a custom-fabricated plastic and steel orthotic brace to give his foot additional support.” An abscess near the lateral heel of his right hind foot was drained, and the brace that was applied will allow more regular treatment of that foot.
“Barbaro had another smooth pool-recovery and has been comfortable with an excellent attitude and appetite since then,” said Dr. Richardson. “We will probably replace his left hind foot cast under anesthesia again at least two or three times at roughly two-week intervals if his comfort is maintained. We were very pleased with the progress of his left hind foot since the last cast was applied.” In addition, new shoes were placed on both front feet for additional support.
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of Penn’s George D. Widener Hospital at New Bolton Center.
The next update will be posted on Wednesday, January 31, unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
Update.
Are they doing this for breeding purposes? Is it against the rules to use artificial insemination with the horses he may breed with? Aren't they required (for breeding) to do it the old fashion way?
The owners say that they are trying to save this horse simply because they love him.
Yes, you are right, AI is not allowed in TB breeding.
Thanks! I don't like the abcess in the right hind foot, but if Doc R isn't worried about it, then I'm not.
Overall, I like the sound of all this - just hate him having to go *under* so often. Glad I'm not there to watch - and thank heavens for pool recovery!
Go Barbaro Go, with the Flow!
Prayers for our dear Barbaro. He's such a magnificent fella. May he hang in and live out his days in good health.
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