PPID Risk Factors in Horses Studied
Casie Bazay, NBCAAM
May 2, 2013
Researchers evaluated the prevalence of and risk factors for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).
Researchers evaluated the prevalence of and risk factors for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).
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The event will feature an educational speaker series for parents, novice horse owners, and advanced horsemen.
The lecture will focus on diagnosis and management of metabolic disorders, such as EMS and PPID.
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