Equine Medicine

Sinoscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure that can be performed on the standing horse. The technique can allow good visualization and treatment of paranasal sinus disease and eliminate the need for more invasive procedures such as large bone flaps. Knowledge of the paranasal sinus anatomy is the most important aspect of the procedure.

Find out what happened when this veterinarian performed a skin graft procedure on a horse and collected healthy skin tissue a bit too close to the mane.

The clinic's new name, Caesars Entertainment Equine Specialty Hospital, reflects the university's partnership with Caesars Entertainment and its support of the Indiana equine industry.

Zarasyl offers equestrians and veterinarians a new option for horse skin care and wounds.

Mistakes can happen when you try to do too many things at once. But sometimes those mistakes pay off in mysterious ways.

Although usually not fatal, this devastating respiratory virus causes substantial economic loss and performance impairment.

This diagnostic tool can provide a wealth of information about the structure and function of the respiratory tract.

Results of this retrospective study of California racehorses may mean that one day this type of fracture can be prevented.

The colt, born at a Texas veterinary hospital, sheds light on the importance of genetic rescue of endangered wildlife species.

When an injury or illness occurs during training, racing, or within the barn area, the new Churchill Downs Equine Medical Triage Center is designed for immediate 24/7 treatment.

When a client won’t stop talking for long enough to allow you complete your diagnostic evaluation, sometimes you have to resort to strange measures.

This succinct review of equine internal parasite control measures reflects modern strategies now in place to reduce development of resistance.

I got a positive for EHV-2 and EHV-5 on a nasal swab. What does that mean?

Sometimes we all need a little help from momma, even when it comes to equine wound management.

Charges have been filed against 27 individuals in the $100 billion global horse racing industry.

Caudal epidural anesthesia allows for invasive procedures while the horse is sedated in standing position without pain or discomfort.

Research is limited in this area of equine veterinary care, but one practitioner has an approach that works.

Five researchers will each receive $15,000 to continue their investigations on respiratory conditions in horses.

Clients are often quick to place blame on the new horse for introducing strangles to a herd, but veterinarians who provide appropriate client education can control the pandemonium before it begins.

Research has shown that reducing dust and mold exposure from hay may help combat inflammatory airway disease and improve performance in racehorses. We talk with researchers who are studying this problem.

Zimeta has been associated with rapid and effective reduction of pyrexia in horses.

Big colons can lead to big problems. Thats why veterinarians who treat horses should understand current diagnostic and treatment best practices for this potentially lethal condition.