S. neurona causes the neurologic disease EPM. A fully sequenced genome will provide a resource for virulence factor and S. neurona antigen characterization, which could lead to new immunizations or therapeutics against the parasite.
A team of researchers has successfully located chromosomal regions associated with equine sarcoids.
The presentation, “Latest Technologies in Diagnosing Equine Lameness,” was led by Kent Allen, DVM.
Researchers are evaluating the safety of a new injectable treatment modality for SDFT injuries.
Each imaging option, such as MRI, radiography and more, serves a unique role in equine lameness diagnosis.
Submissions should be designed to help advance the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of pigeon fever.
There are two main types of pharmaceutical drugs: those manufactured by pharmaceutical companies and are FDA approved; and those that are “compounded” by either a licensed veterinarian or pharmacist. In equine medicine, compounded drugs are only considered if a horse needs to be treated with a medication but no FDA-approved formulation is licensed for horses.
Some veterinarians are adding a new tool to their lameness diagnosis arsenal
Dynaformer was pensioned after suffering an aortic valve rupture the afternoon of April 14 while in his stall.
Study of horses with allergies showed a partial remission of allergy signs with nanoparticle administration
The University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation published its 2011 Research Report in late March.
The London Fire Brigade donated the horse as a thanks for large animal handling training the RVC provides.
A team of French researchers might be hot on the trail to genomic evaluation of performance.
One researcher relayed that it could be possible to identify horses at risk for injury before accidents occur.
Adams hopes to better understand why EMS occurs and to find a safe and effective way to treat the disease.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy might benefit horses with certain injuries or illnesses; more research is needed.
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