Date Stranded: March 7, 2026
Reason for Stranding
Entangled and anchored off the Isla Blanca Jetties. Monofilament line wrapped three times around the front left flipper and twice around the neck.
Patient History
4.0 kg juvenile Atlantic Green
Patient Injuries
Swollen right front flipper and ligature marks from fishing line
Head/Flippers/Soft Tissue: Swollen right front flipper
Patient Treatments
In House Bloods: PCV: 26 %, TS:3.8 , Glucose: 44
Meds administered: Ceftaz (antibiotic) , VitB (appetite stimulant) & Normosol w. Dextrose (Fluids with sugar)
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