Date Stranded: October 29, 2022
Date Released: February 10, 2023
Reason for Stranding
Stuck in the rocks at Boca Chica jetties
Patient History
-19.6 lb FP juvenile green
Patient Injuries
FP 2/3 tumors in both eyes no corneal involvement, a few on the soft skin
Patient Treatments
-started on Ceftazidime, Vit B Complex & fluids, administered meloxicam
-will take 3-view radiographs
-dry-docked overnight, swimming well
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