Wound healing: what's new?

This article from Horse & Hound discusses the process of wound healing in horses and the latest treatments available. The article explains that wounds in horses are common and can be caused by various factors. It describes the different stages of wound healing, including the inflammatory stage, debridement phase, repair phase, and maturation phase. The article also provides tips for assessing and treating wounds in horses, emphasizing the importance of veterinary attention and proper wound care. Additionally, it highlights various impediments to wound healing, such as infection, foreign bodies, necrotic tissue, excessive movement, and environmental factors. The article concludes by mentioning some recent advances in wound healing techniques, including vacuum-assisted closure, hydrosurgical lavage, tension tiles, and larval therapy. [Extracted from the article]