Effect of exercise‐related nasopharyngeal disorders on upper airway function in racehorses
Abstract Background Exercise‐related upper respiratory tract (URT) disorders are frequently diagnosed in racehorses. Treatment recommendations are routinely based on subjective assessment of clinical evaluation and exercising endoscopy findings. Objectives To objectively investigate how palatal instability (PI), intermittent dorsal displacement of the ...
Hanna Vermedal +4 more
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Oscillometric assessment of bronchodilator response in horses with severe asthma during remission
Abstract Background During clinical remission of severe equine asthma (SEA), affected animals can be challenging to distinguish from healthy horses. In humans, the degree of bronchodilation achieved with a β2‐adrenergic bronchodilator is helpful in differentiating asthmatics from healthy subjects.
Séléna de Wasseige +2 more
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Equine-assisted coaching in formerly incarcerated men with histories of substance abuse: a 12-week exploratory study of anger regulation, quality of life, human-horse synchrony, and equine behavior. [PDF]
Griffioen RE, Haven-Pross SC, Verkuil H.
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Similar locomotor patterns across Quarter Horse disciplines inform lameness assessment
Abstract Background Lineage‐based selection is central to the Quarter Horse industry and is often justified by the assumption that morphology determines locomotor function. However, objective evidence linking static conformation to discipline‐specific locomotor behaviour under standardised conditions remains limited.
Renata Farinelli de Siqueira +4 more
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Development of an indirect ELISA for the detection of venezuelan equine encephalitis virus specific antibodies in horses. [PDF]
Chevrier M +17 more
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Abstract Background Proximal interphalangeal joint osteoarthritis (PIPJ OA) is a common cause of poor performance in the equine athlete; however, the supporting soft tissue structures surrounding the joint are seldom evaluated. Straight sesamoidean ligament injuries have been previously hypothesised to be concomitant with PIPJ OA; however, the ...
Charlotte K. Barton +3 more
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Cerebral arterial mapping in the equine brain: a detailed anatomical study. [PDF]
Al Aiyan A +6 more
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Risk factors for horse falls in British jump racing (2010–2023)
Abstract Background Horse falls are an important safety and welfare concern in jump racing, as they are associated with an increased risk of equine fatality and injury, as well as jockey injury. Objectives To identify risk factors for horse falls in British jump racing. Study Design Retrospective cohort.
S. E. Allen +3 more
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