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Case Synopsis for Madori

aka ST10168

Species: Green (Chelonia mydas)
Age Class: Juvenile
Gender: Unknown
Date Stranded: Dec. 12, 2010
Location of Stranding: Intake Canal at St. Lucie Power Plant
Date of Arrival: Dec. 13, 2010
Number of Days of Care: 109
Final Disposition: Released on Mar. 31 2011

Comments/Disposition:
12/13 Turtle arrived at Mote after stranding on 12/12 at the intake canal at the st. lucie power plant. The turtle was weak and lethargic. Upon arrival Madori was given fluids on arrival and treated with antibiotics. Later, laser surgeries were done to remove papilloma tumors.  3/31 After successful removal of all tumors, Madori was released!



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