Effects of IGF1 Knockdown and Overexpression on the Phenotype and Function of Equine Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells [PDF]
Skeletal 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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Association Between Gut Microbiota Dysbiosis and Synovial Inflammation in Carpal Osteoarthritis of Ili Racehorses: A Preliminary Study Integrating Imaging, Synovial Fluid Analysis, and Fecal 16S rRNA Sequencing [PDF]
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of lameness and premature retirement in racehorses. Gut microbiota may contribute to OA pathogenesis through the gut–joint axis, but this relationship remains unclear in racehorses.
Jiaqi Wang +8 more
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The 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]
This 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]
With 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]
This 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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Measurement of eco-efficiency in the horse industry, spatiotemporal evolution and convergence analysis [PDF]
The horse industry constitutes a vital economic sector in Xinjiang, China. This study quantitatively assesses the sector’s sustainable development through eco-efficiency analysis across northern Xinjiang counties from 2001 to 2021.
Xinyi Zhang, Nurgul Abdusuli
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The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of serum amyloid 1 (SAA1) on activation of endothelial cells, formation of foam cells, platelet aggregation, and monocyte/platelet adhesion to endothelial cells. The effect of SAA1 on the inflammatory activation of endothelial cells was investigated by detecting the expression of inflammatory ...
Jinhui Chen +10 more
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Abortion storm of Yili Horses is Associated with Equus Caballus Papillomavirus 2 Variant Infection [PDF]
Abstract Background: Nine different species of Equus caballus papillomavirus (EcPV) and three bovine papillomavirus (BPV) have been reported to infect horses, however, there are so far no describing such infections in China. In January 2021, an abortion storm occurred in Yili horses, as a result of which 50 out of 93 aborted fetus samples were ...
Panpan Tong +12 more
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Grazing is a common approach to rearing. We investigated the effects of supplementation during grazing on milk yield and composition, blood biochemistry, and fecal microflora in Yili horses.
Hao Lu +5 more
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