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Objective Detection and Quantification of Irregular Gait with a Portable Inertial Sensor-based System in Horses During an Endurance Race – A Preliminary Assessment
Detection of irregular gait (IG) during endurance competitions is based on a brief subjective veterinary examination. Horse elimination due to IG is common and may elicit competitors ’ complaints. We hypothesized that detection of IG by objectively assessing motion asymmetry can be performed during endurance competitions. The aim of this preliminary study was to start investigating the feasibility of detecting and quantifying IG with a portable inertial sensor-based system (PI SBS) during endurance races. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 27, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Marco A.F. Lopes, Angela Eleuterio, Monica C. Mira Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

A Nonsynonymous Change in Adhesion G Protein –Coupled Receptor L3 Associated With Risk for Equine Degenerative Myeloencephalopathy in the Caspian Horse
This study sought to identify any genetic variants correlated with EDM in Caspian foals. Two half-sibling EDM-diagnosed cases were genotyped at 52,063 loci and evaluated by the Autozygosity by Difference statistic. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Christian J. Posbergh, Geoffrey E. Pollott, Teresa L. Southard, Thomas J. Divers, Samantha A. Brooks Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Third Eyelid T-cell-Rich Large B-cell Lymphoma Positive to EHV-5 in a Mare —a Case Report
Lymphoma is a rare neoplasm in the horse; nevertheless, it is the most frequent hematopoietic neoplasia in this species. It is classified according to the anatomical distribution of the lesion in multicenter, alimentary, mediastinal, cutaneous, and atypical/solitary form. Extraocular lymphoma mainly occurs as secondary lesion in cutaneous or multicentric form, whereas few reports show the presence of primary form of extraocular lymphoma. Ocular adnexa which are reported to be affected by lymphoma include third eyelid, eyelid, and the cornea. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Arianna Miglio, Maria Teresa Antognoni, Chiara Morelli, Rodolfo Gialletti Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

A non-synonymous change in adhesion G protein-coupled receptor L3 associated with risk for Equine Degenerative Myeloencephalopathy in the Caspian Horse
This study sought to identify any genetic variants correlated with EDM in Caspian foals. Two half-sibling EDM diagnosed cases were genotyped at 52,063 loci and evaluated by the Autozygosity by Difference statistic. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Christian J. Posbergh, Geoffrey E. Pollott, Teresa L. Southard, Thomas J. Divers, Samantha A. Brooks Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Third eyelid T-cell rich large B-cell lymphoma positive to EHV-5 in a mare- A Case Report
Lymphoma is a rare neoplasm in the horse, nevertheless it is the most frequent haematopoietic neoplasia in this species. It is classified according to the anatomical distribution of the lesion in multicentre, alimentary, mediastinal, cutaneous and atypical/solitary form. Extraocular lymphoma mainly occurs as secondary lesion in cutaneous or multicentric form whereas few reports show the presence of primary form of extraocular lymphoma. Ocular adnexal which are reported to be affected by lymphoma include third eyelid, eyelid and the cornea. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Arianna Miglio, Maria Teresa Antognoni, Chiara Morelli, Rodolfo Gialletti Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Effect of a marcha field test on some blood and electrocardiographic parameters of mules
Little research has been done monitoring fitness of mules. Therefore, there is a need to define fitness indices for such species that is commonly used for work and athletic purposes under tropical conditions. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Gabriella A.O. Silva, Let ícia M. Rodrigues, Betania S. Monteiro, Vinicius R.C. de Souza, Helio C. Manso Filho, Clarisse S. Coelho Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

A comparison of protraction-retraction of the distal limb during treadmill and water treadmill walking in horses
The objective of this study was to compare protraction-retraction of both forelimbs (FL) and hind limbs (HL) during dry treadmill (DT) and water treadmill (WT) exercise at the typical walking speed of each as used in practice. Inertial motion sensors attached to the metacarpal/metatarsal bones were used to compare maximal protraction (PROMAX), retraction (RETMAX) and total protraction-retraction range of movement (ROM) across five walking conditions: DT at 1.6 m/s; and WT at 0.8 m/s at four water depths, hoof depth (WTHOOF), fetlock depth (WTFET), hock depth (WTHOCK) and stifle depth (WTSTIFLE). (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: K.J. Nankervis, K.L. Lefrancois Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Activator of mitochondrial aldehyde dehydrogenase (Alda-1) could enhance quality of equine cooled semen by ameliorating loss of mitochondrial function over time
Equine sperm energy metabolism is mainly dependent on mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation, causing abundant production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Reacting with fatty acids, ROS result in formation of aldehydes, which diminish sperm viability and motility. Aldehyde dehydrogenases are responsible for removal of aldehydes. Alda-1 is the activator of mitochondrial aldehyde dehydrogenase and has been shown to alleviate the detrimental effects of aldehydes in different tissues. The present study was conducted to evaluate the influence of Alda-1 on cooled stallion semen over a 72-hour period. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Vahid Akbarinejad, Rouhollah Fathi, Abdolhossein Shahverdi, Vahid Esmaeili, Alireza Rezagholizadeh, Leila Rashki Ghaleno Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The influence of different hind shoes and bare feet on horse kinematics at a walk and trot on a soft surface
Although often discussed in practice there is a paucity of scientific evidence as to the effect of different shoes on equine locomotion on soft ground, especially in hindlimbs. Our objectives were to determine the effect of different shoeing conditions on the locomotion of sound horses on a soft surface. Two dimensional kinematic video analysis were performed in 6 horses during walk and trot in hand on the same sand surface under 7 different shoeing conditions: (1) front feet shod with aluminum shoes and hind feet with steel race horse shoes (REF), same front shoes in combination with (2) hind egg bar shoes (EGB), (3) hind...
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: S ébastien Caure, Perrine Mortagne, Denis Leveillard, Faustine Blanville, Marielle Carro, Matthieu Cousty, Diana Salazar, Renate Weller Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Myocardial Fibrosis and Ventricular Tachyarrhythmia in a Thoroughbred Filly
A 16-month old Thoroughbred filly was evaluated for lethargy, tachycardia, tachypnea and signs suggestive of colic. Rapid ventricular tachycardia with a heart rate of 210 beats/min was identified on initial physical examination. Multiple doses of lidocaine transiently restored sinus rhythm. Echocardiography revealed several foci of variably increased echogenicity within the left ventricular myocardium, including an area of marked transmural hyperechogenicity and endocardial depression suspected to be chronic scar tissue of the left ventricular free wall. (Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science)
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 22, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Rebecca E. Ruby, David M. Wong, Wendy Ware, Mark R. Ackermann Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Quantitative Ultrasound of Kidneys, Liver, and Spleen: a Comparison Between Mules and Horses
An ultrasonographic evaluation of the renal morphology is subjective in veterinary science. The echogenicity and echotexture are compared among the cortex, medulla, liver, and spleen. The purpose of this study was to quantify the renal echogenicity and echotexture of healthy adult horses and mules. An ultrasonographic examination was performed on 12 horses and 12 mules to obtain bidimensional images of the renal cortex, renal medulla, liver, and spleen. These images were analyzed using a gray-level histogram to obtain the quantitative values of echogenicity, echotexture, and the proportions of each region. (Source: Journal...
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 20, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Maria Cristina Reis Castiglioni, Michel de Campos Vettorato, J éssica Leite Fogaça, José Nicolau Próspero Puoli Filho, Vânia Maria de Vasconcelos Machado Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Association of Deslorelin and Sulpiride for Double Ovulation Induction in Mares
The aim of this study was to verify the effect of deslorelin and sulpiride association on double ovulation induction in mares. Ten mares were used for this study. Eight days after ovulation, luteolysis was induced and mares were submitted a daily ultrasonographic evaluation until observation of at least two follicles measuring between 20 and 25 mm. Animals were split in two experimental groups in a crossover study. In deslorelin (DES) group, the animals received 150 μg deslorelin, intramuscularly, every 12 hours, until the second largest follicle reached at least 33 mm in diameter, at which time ovulation induction was pe...
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 20, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Ariel Bertoldi, Lorenzo Garrido Segabinazzi, Camila de Paula Freitas Dell'Aqua, Jose Antonio Dell'Aqua Junior, Marco Antonio Alvarenga Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Quantitative ultrasound of kidneys, liver and spleen: A comparison between mules and horses
An ultrasonographic evaluation of the renal morphology is subjective in veterinary science. The echogenicity and echotexture are compared among the cortex, medulla, liver and spleen. The purpose of this study was to quantify the renal echogenicity and echotexture of healthy adult horses and mules. An ultrasonographic examination was performed on 12 horses and 12 mules to obtain bidimensional images of the renal cortex, renal medulla, liver and spleen. These images were analyzed using a gray-level histogram to obtain the quantitative values of echogenicity, echotexture and the proportions of each region. (Source: Journal of...
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 20, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Maria Castiglioni, Michel Vettorato, J éssica Fogaça, José Puoli Filho, Vânia Machado Source Type: research

Association Of Deslorelin And Sulpiride For Double Ovulations Induction In Mares
In order to improve reproductive efficiency in mares, an alternative is to increase the number of ovulations per cycle, which would lead to an increase in embryo recovery rates, consequently reducing the costs involved in embryo transfer programs [1]. Treatments to induce multiple ovulations in mares have been described by several authors, however, followed by reduced embryo recovery rates, since they decrease with the great number of ovulations [2-6], due to the fact related to the formation of a large clot in the ovulation fossa, which impairs the transport of oocytes to the oviduct after ovulation [6]. (Source: Journal ...
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 20, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Ariel Bertoldi, Lorenzo Garrido Segabinazzi, Camila de Paula Freitas Dell'Aqua, Jose Antonio Dell ´Aqua, Marco Antonio Alvarenga Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

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Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - August 10, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research