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Medial femorotibial and femoropatellar articular cartilage delamination following intra‐articular therapy with triamcinolone and gentamicin in five yearlings

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Education, EarlyView.
Summary Subchondral lucencies (SCLs) of the medial femoral condyle (MFC) are a cause of lameness in young horses, potentially affecting future athletic performance. Due to the widespread use of pre‐sales screening radiographs for Thoroughbred weanlings and yearlings, these lesions are frequently identified at various stages of progression without the ...
C. P. Beggan   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Steamed hay and alfalfa pellets for the management of severe equine asthma

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, Volume 57, Issue 3, Page 756-765, May 2025.
Abstract Background Steaming hay significantly reduces respirable particles and provides a palatable alternative to dry hay for horses with asthma, but there are few prospective studies demonstrating the clinical efficacy of steamed hay. Objectives To compare the efficacy of alfalfa pellets and steamed hay in improving lung function and inflammation of
Antoine Symoens   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Clinical features and outcomes of horses presenting with presumed equine immune mediated keratitis to two veterinary hospitals in the United Kingdom and Finland: 94 cases (2009–2021)

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, Volume 57, Issue 3, Page 598-610, May 2025.
Abstract Background There is limited literature regarding equine immune mediated keratitis (IMMK) in Europe. North America‐based publications describe minimal blepharospasm, rare corneal ulceration and no uveitis; clinical impression suggests these are seen in Europe. Objectives Assess the prevalence of blepharospasm, corneal ulceration and uveitis and
Juliette F. Preston   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Retrospective evaluation of the impact of atropine administration on incidence of post‐operative colic in healthy, isoflurane‐anaesthetised horses

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background In anaesthetised horses, bradycardia secondary to high vagal tone can reduce cardiac output and blood pressure. The use of anticholinergics in horses is limited due to concerns about ileus and abdominal discomfort. This retrospective study sought to determine the prevalence of post‐operative abdominal discomfort in healthy horses ...
Kelley M. Varner   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Survey on 9 years of anti‐doping controls in horse races in Italy

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Doping in racehorses is a threat to horse welfare and the integrity of the sport. Despite its relevance, the literature on the prevalence of anti‐doping violations worldwide is limited. Objectives To analyse anti‐doping violations in racehorses in Italy. Study Design Retrospective observational study.
Mariana Roccaro   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Novel risk factors associated with fatal musculoskeletal injury in Thoroughbreds in North American racing (2009–2023)

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The Equine Injury Database (EID) is a census‐level record of Thoroughbred racing in North America, currently recording 95.6% of all race starts in 2023, along with partial training and veterinary histories of each horse. Objectives To identify horse‐, race‐ and track‐level risk factors associated with race‐related fatal ...
Euan David Bennet, Tim D. H. Parkin
wiley   +1 more source

Equine epiglottitis: Diagnosis, treatment and outcome

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Epiglottitis is an uncommon upper airway pathology manifested endoscopically by mucosal oedema, reddening and thickening of the epiglottic mucosa. Literature on epiglottitis in horses is sparse. Objectives To describe the diagnosis, treatment and outcome of Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses diagnosed with epiglottitis at a ...
Carlos Jimenez   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Treatment outcomes for equine osteoarthritis with mesenchymal stromal cells and hyaluronic acid

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) are widely used to treat osteoarthritis (OA). Optimising dose, timing, and safety while comparing efficacy with standard therapies like hyaluronic acid (HA) is essential for their standardisation. Objectives To assess the safety and efficacy of equine umbilical cord‐derived (eCB) MSCs in client‐owned
Rodrigo Munevar Luque   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

The proteomic differences and expression of fatty acid‐binding protein 6 (FABP6) associated with gastrointestinal injury in horses with oral administration of a clinical dose of phenylbutazone

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Phenylbutazone (PBZ) can potentially induce gastrointestinal ulceration, and early detection of PBZ‐induced gastroenteropathy will be useful for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of PBZ toxicity. Objectives To identify putative proteins associated with equine gastric ulcer syndrome after clinical dose (4.4 mg/kg ...
Ruethaiwan Vinijkumthorn   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

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