
AAEP Convention 2020
Coverage from the 66th annual American Association of Equine Practitioners’ Convention.
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Use Caution When Giving Horses Bute, Omeprazole Together
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Aug 5, 2021
A study found omeprazole protected horses against phenylbutazone-induced equine glandular gastric disease but might exacerbate phenylbutazone-induced intestinal disease.
Read MoreUreteroliths in Horses Rarely Act Alone
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Apr 27, 2021
Researchers studied these rare mineral concretions, how to best detect them, and commonly found concurrent conditions in affected horses.
Read MoreHorse Racing Medications and Therapeutic Drugs Update
by Stacy Pigott | Apr 23, 2021
Experts at the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ annual convention talk about medication regulation in the racing industry.
Read MoreScience, Governing Bodies Unite to Improve Horse and Rider Safety in Equestrian Sports
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 22, 2021
Although horse sports—and three-day eventing in particular—carry inherent risks to both horse and rider, significant safety efforts in recent years have led to safer competitions, according to two sports medicine specialists.
Read MoreBone-Marrow-Derived Macrophages Promising for Preventing OA
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Apr 7, 2021
Researchers found significantly lower levels of inflammation in synovial fluid and the joint lining in joints treated with bone-marrow-derived mononuclear cells.
Read MoreMarker Tested for IDing Neurologic Disease in Horses
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Mar 31, 2021
Veterinarians sought to determine whether phosphorylated neurofilament heavy (pNfH), a protein unique to neurons, could be used to diagnose CVCM, eNAD/EDM, and shivers.
Read MoreManaging Bone Lesions in the Stifle With an Absorbable Implant
by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Mar 24, 2021
Researchers investigated how the novel surgical technique improved lameness and radiographic appearance in subchondral cystic lesions of the medial femoral condyle.
Read MoreLower Back Anatomy, Growth Plate Closure in Quarter Horses
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Mar 24, 2021
Researchers used CT scan and microscopic exam to characterize anatomical findings of the lumbosacral spine and document any damage or disease.
Read MoreClinical Indicators for Tieback Surgery in Horses
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Mar 19, 2021
Consider doing tiebacks in horses where the problem is or will be performance-limiting.
Read MoreAAEP Convention: Horse Racing Safety Review
by Stacy Pigott | Mar 18, 2021
Safety in Thoroughbred horse racing became a very public concern two years ago when a series of catastrophic breakdowns at Santa Anita Park in Southern California became national news. Veterinarians presented safety measures put in place to protect horses and humans.
Read MorePRP Lysate Promising New Treatment Option for Equine Joint Infections
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Mar 17, 2021
Researchers used PRP-L to treat joint infections caused by the common bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, with encouraging results.
Read MoreCiclesonide Offers Help for Horses With Severe Asthma
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Mar 16, 2021
Scientists looked at the drug’s safety, efficacy, and ease of use under natural conditions.
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