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EPM-Causing Organisms Widespread in U.S. Horses (AAEP 2012)

Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM March 9, 2013

EPM-causing organisms have a wider geographic distribution in the United States than commonly thought.

Barn Fires: The Veterinarian’s Role

Erica Larson March 6, 2013

A well-thought-out approach to triage after a barn fire can save horses’ lives.

CT for Equine Limb Fracture Diagnosis? (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson March 1, 2013

One veterinarian believes CT offers a better option for imaging some lower limb fractures than radiography.

Hind-Limb Flexion Test Times Compared (AAEP 2012)

Nancy S. Loving, DVM February 28, 2013

In this particular study, the 5- and 60-second flexions did not yield the same results.

Study Supports Stent Use After Colic Surgery

Post-Colic Surgery Stent Bandage Prevents Incisional Infection (AAEP 2012)

Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM February 27, 2013

One researcher says a stent bandage appears to create an ideal environment for incisional healing.

Managing Dehydration, Exhaustion in Horses (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson February 25, 2013

With proper management, most horses recover well from dehydration and exhaustion.

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Navicular Bone Fragments’ Effect on Lameness

Erica Larson February 24, 2013

A team evaluated a possible association between distal border fragments of the navicular bone and lameness.

Managing Umbilical Remnant Complications in Foals

Rare Vertebral Disease of Foals Described (AAEP 2012)

Christy Corp-Minamiji, DVM February 23, 2013

Although early VOD diagnosis is critical, diagnosis could be confounded by nonspecific signs of the disease.

Using MRI and Scintigraphy to Diagnose Suspensory Injuries (AAEP 2012)

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 22, 2013

Using both MRI and scintigraphy could be beneficial when diagnosing suspensory-ligament-related injuries

MRI to Identify Bone Changes in Racehorses (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson February 21, 2013

MRI could detect bone changes indicating a horse is at risk for catastrophic fractures before accidents occur.

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Diet’s Effect on Broodmare Lactation Described (AAEP 2012)

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 20, 2013

Supporting broodmares’ overall and nutritional health during lactation is especially crucial.

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Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 19, 2013

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Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 18, 2013

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Managing Penetrating Injuries in the Field

Erica Larson February 17, 2013

Penetrating injuries can have serious consequences for horses, but vets are well-versed in handling them.

Progenitor Cells in Healthy and Laminitic Hooves (AAEP 2012)

Erica Larson February 16, 2013

Researchers recently evaluated adult progenitor cell characteristics from healthy and laminitic horse hooves.

Foals Without Suckle-Swallow Reflex Need Nutritional Support (AAEP 2012)

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