Outbreak of neuropathogenic equid herpesvirus 1 causing abortions in Yili horses of Zhaosu, North Xinjiang, China [PDF]
BMC Veterinary Research, 2022 Background EHV-1 is one of the most serious viral pathogens that frequently cause abortion in horses around the world. However, so far, relatively little information is available on EHV-1 infections as they occur in China.
Panpan Tong +11 more
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Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Differences in Athletic Ability in Racehorses Based on Whole Transcriptome Sequencing [PDF]
BiologyThis study aimed to compare blood samples from Yili horses with outstanding and average performance in 5000 m races through transcriptome sequencing, identify key differentially expressed genes, lncRNAs, and circRNAs, as well as related enriched pathways,
Qiuping Huang +8 more
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Untargeted Sweat Metabolomics and Targeted Plasma Amino Acid Profiling Reveal Dynamic Metabolic Remodeling During Conditioning in Yili Horses [PDF]
BiologyTraining induces sweat morphology changes in horses from muddy sweat (MS) to foamy sweat (FS) and clear sweat (CS), reflecting physiological adaptation.
Yuheng Xue +8 more
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Effect of Supplemental Bamboo Leaf Extract on Milk Production, Composition, Biochemical Indices, and Fecal Microbiota Diversity in Grazing Yili Mares [PDF]
LifePurpose: This study investigated the effects of dietary bamboo leaf extract (BLE) on milk parameters and intestinal microbiota in lactating Yili mares.
Chuankun Wang +6 more
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Effects of IGF1 Knockdown and Overexpression on the Phenotype and Function of Equine Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells [PDF]
BiologySkeletal muscle serves as the direct executor of movement, and the proliferation and migration capacities of its constituent cells represent the key physiological foundation determining equine endurance and speed.
Yi Su +5 more
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Combined PRP and CCP Therapy Suppresses Inflammation and Protects Cartilage in Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesThis study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and Cervus and Cucumis polypeptide (CCP) injections in rats with post-traumatic osteoarthritis (OA).
Tianwen Ma +8 more
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Frontiers in Veterinary ScienceThe equine lipid metabolism is activated during and after endurance exercise to provide energy in response to the metabolic and physiological changes in the body caused by prolonged exercise; however, the specific regulatory mechanisms remain ...
Xiaokang Chang +9 more
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Effects of Dietary Supplementation with Thymol on Growth Performance, Blood Biochemistry, Rumen Fermentation Parameters, and Rumen Microbiota in Texel-Hazak Ewes [PDF]
LifeThis experiment aimed to study the effects of thymol on the growth performance, blood biochemical indices, hormone levels, rumen fermentation parameters, and rumen microbial changes of Texel-Hazak sheep ewes.
Shuhao Zong +11 more
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Clinical Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcome Analysis of a Horse with Proximal Sesamoid Bone Fracture Complicated by Flexor Tendinitis [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesWith the growing popularity of equestrian sports, the incidence of athletic injuries in horses has also risen. Among these injuries, proximal sesamoid bone fracture (PSBF) and flexor tendinitis are particularly common in the forelimbs of sport horses and
Zhiyuan Zhang +9 more
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Molecular Identification and Benzimidazole Resistance Analysis of Cyathostomins in Chinese Grazing Horses [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesThis study investigated the cyathostomin species composition, anthelmintic efficacy, and potential resistance-associated mutations in Chinese grazing horses. Fecal samples were collected from 90 adult horses. Fecal egg counts (FECs) were determined using
Chenxue Zhang +7 more
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