Tijdschrift voor diergeneeskunde.
Publisher:
Koninklijke Nederlandse Maatschappij voor Diergeneeskunde [etc.]. Amsterdam : Koninklijke Nederlandse Maatschappijvoor Diergeneskunde
Frequency: Monthly, 2011-
Country: Netherlands
Language: English
Author(s):
Maatschappij voor Diergeneeskunde., Koninklijke Nederlandse Maatschappij voor Diergeneeskunde.
Start Year:1916 -
Identifiers
| ISSN: | 0040-7453 (Print) 0040-7453 (Linking) |
| NLM ID: | 0031550 |
| (DNLM): | T10160000(s) |
| (OCoLC): | 01767489 |
| Coden: | TIDIAY |
| Classification: | W1 TI652 |
[Hematogenous (suspected-)septic inflammation of the synovial fossa in the adult horse: rare but deceptive (3 case reports)]. Septic inflammation of the synovial fossa in the horse is a severe disorder that can lead to permanent invalidity. The synovitis can occur as a result of a perforating trauma, or via the blood (haematogenous). The latter route is rare in the adult horse. Three cases of suspected haematogenous septic synovitis are described in adult horses (older than 1 year). In two horses, timely and adequate treatment resulted in recovery, but this was followed by fatal recurrence. In one of these horses a persistent primary infection was found as cause; the other horse was not available for autopsy. The thi...
[Treatment of equine sarcoids with cisplatin in arachid oil: a useful alternative?]. At the Department of Equine Sciences at Utrecht University a study was performed on the treatment of sarcoids with the cytostatic drug cisplatin. Fourteen horses with 23 sarcoids were treated in the period 2000-2001. Complete regression was seen in 78% of the tumours. No systemic side-effects were encountered. Although treatment was easy to perform, the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle should be followed when using cytostatics.
[Malignant lymphoma in the horse: an atypical clinical manifestation]. In this case report we describe an atypical clinical manifestation of malignant lymphoma in a horse. The most obvious clinical symptoms were hyperaemic mucosae and skin lesions. The skin and mucosal lesions appeared to be caused by a leukemic form of malignant lymphoma. The lymphocytosis consisted mainly of different populations of T-lymphocytes. Histopathology and immunohistochemistry identified the malignant lymphoma as a T-cell rich B-cell lymphoma.
[Bronchoaveolar lavage for the diagnosis of lower airway disorders in horses]. Equine pulmonary disease and especially the terminology of lower airway disease have been subject to discussion. Besides established terms such as 'Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease' (COPD) and Chronic bronchitis, the term 'small airway disease' (SAD) has been introduced, for respiratory disease with inflammation in the lower airways in combination with exercise intolerance. Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) enables the practitioner to diagnose SAD in an early stage when there are no other signs such as coughing or exudate in the trachea. The BAL fluid is microscopically examined after centrifu...
[Ataxia and pruritus in a pony due to a cervical vertebral fracture]. A mini-Shetland stallion was referred with bilateral pruritus localized to the anterior neck. More detailed clinical examination also revealed ataxia, and diagnostic imaging, including pre- and post-contrast computed tomography, revealed an old fracture of C2. Spinal cord compression was diagnosed. The probable causal relation between the fracture, the ataxia, and the localized pruritus seems comparable to the 'contusio cervicalis posterior' in humans, in which spinal cord trauma may cause pruritus in the associated dermatome.
[Equine motor neuron disease: a review based on a case report]. A 10-year-old, non-pregnant Dutch Warmblood mare was referred to the Department of Equine Science because of chronic weight loss, despite good appetite, and dullness. Clinical examination revealed muscle atrophy, trembling of the limb muscles, an abnormal stance in which all four limbs were placed under the body, and an abnormal low head carriage. The plasma vitamin E concentration was markedly decreased (0.2 mumol/l), the electromyographic (EMG) examination was consistent with denervation, and the oral glucose absorption test was below the reference value (40% increase over the resting glucos...
[Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis in the Netherlands? An overview]. Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) was diagnosed in a Dutch Warmblood gelding a few months after its export to the United States. The horse came back and was treated here. Additionally, an overview of the disease complex 'EPM' is given. Mode of infection, diagnosis of disease and its differential diagnoses, and general therapeutic options are presented. Although EPM due to infection with Sarcocystis neurona in Europe seems restricted to those horses that return or are imported from North America, the possibility of future cases of EPM caused by an infection with Neospora spp. is briefly ...
[Supplemental fat in the diet of horses…is it advantageous?]. Feeding fat-supplemented diets to horses has drawn considerable interest. One of the advantages of such diets is that the energy density is increased, so that less feed is needed to meet energy requirements. In addition, adding fat to the diet enhances the contribution of fat oxidation to energy production, thus sparing muscle glycogen. The 'spared' glycogen is available for energy metabolism when the acutely exercising horse reaches a point of oxygen deficit and must rely on anaerobic metabolism. This appears to be beneficial for both aerobic and anaerobic performance. Fats are readily digest...
[The use of electromyographic examination as a diagnostic tool and phenytoin sodium as treatment in a case of classic springhalt in a Dutch warmblood horse]. This paper describes a case of unilateral stringhalt present for 18 months in the right hind limb of a 4-year-old Warmblood gelding. The only abnormalities detected by electromyography (EMG) were a prolonged insertion activity, fibrillation potentials, and positive waves at rest and enhanced EMG activity in the right lateral digital extensor muscle on muscle contraction. This was interpreted as denervation and hyperirritability of this muscle. Both similarities and differences with Australian stringhalt could be found. As described for horses suffering from Australian stringhalt, phenytoin sod...
[Gastric ulceration in horses: etiology, diagnosis, and therapy: a review]. Since it has become possible to make an ante-mortem diagnosis of gastric ulceration in horses by means of endoscopy, interest in the presence and treatment of this syndrome has increased. Several endoscopic surveys have indicated that the frequency of gastric ulceration in Thoroughbreds in training is fairly high. Less is known about other breeds and horses that are kept under different (training) conditions. The equine stomach is covered by two different kinds of mucous membranes: squamous and glandular. These two areas differ from one another in the incidence and aetiology of ulceration and,...
[Severe combined immunodefiency disease (SCID) in the Arabian horse]. Severe-Combined-Immunodeficiency-Disease (SCID) is discussed with special reference to its pathogenesis, clinical symptoms, pathology, and diagnosis. The disorder has been observed in the USA, Canada, Great Britain, and Australia and is characterized by an autosomal recessive mode of inheritance. The clinical features of the disease seen in Arab foals under 46 days of age are intermittent fever, (adenoviral) pneumonia, and weight loss sometimes associated with diarrhoea. From 1998 on, the SCID gene can be detected in the Netherlands by means of DNA analysis.
[Veterinarians:’Watch your affairs!’]. The most relevant results of a written questionnaire among veterinarians in the Netherlands are presented and discussed. The inquiry was performed by MarketResponse Nederland BV. The objective was to get an overview of the current perception and the future view of the profession. The response was 37%. Most respondents (66%) were practitioners, 7% were active in research or teaching institutions, 5% were governmental employees, 5% were employed in industry, and 17% did not belong to any of these categories (retired, unemployed etc.). Forty-seven per cent of the veterinarians practised mainly sm...
[Intoxication with propylene glycol in two horses]. Two horses were accidentally administered propylene glycol instead of mineral oil. After discovery of the mistake intensive medical therapy with intravenous fluids, etc. was started, and both animals recovered fully from their clinical symptoms. Veterinarians use propylene glycol as well as paraffin routinely for the treatment of their patients. Mistakes are likely to be made because both medicines and sometimes their packing have a similar appearance. Several incidents have been reported in other countries. A large amount of propylene glycol given to a horse, but also to other animals, can be...
[Energy and protein supply for event horses during training: comparison between intake and requirements]. In horses that exercise intensively (for example, event horses in training) the intake and energy requirements were compared on the basis of a diet record and estimates of energy required for exercise. Daily net energy intake over a 7 days period was on average 30% (n = 15) higher than the net energy requirement. Since the horses had a constant body weight, and thus were in energy balance, the energy intake was overestimated and/or the energy requirement was underestimated. The intake of digestible protein was 92% higher than the protein requirement. This study illustrates the problems concern...
[Regulation of atrial fibrillation in horses with oral quinidine sulfate. Discussion of the disease picture in a typical case]. Atrial fibrillation is a disorder of cardiac rhythmicity, and its importance in the horse depends on the underlying cause and the function of the horse. Before the decision is taken to start treatment, it has first to be ascertained whether treatment is worthwhile and whether the horse is an appropriate candidate for treatment. This article gives a short overview of current opinion on the cause and treatment of atrial fibrillation in the horse. The most used treatment at the moment, oral chinidine sulphate, is discussed. The hemodynamic consequences of atrial fibrillation and the response of a...
[The “problem” mare part 3: veterinary supervision at the stud and during early pregnancy]. In this last article the veterinary supervision of problem mares at the stud is reviewed. Treatment possibilities are evaluated. The usefulness of treatment with progestagens in order to sustain pregnancy or to prevent embryonic death is discussed.
[The problem mare part 2: treatment]. In this article different possible treatments for problem mares are discussed. The therapeutic possibilities vary and can be classified into anatomical correction, anti-infectious therapy, and treatment to enhance the uterine defence mechanisms. Anatomical correction and treatment with antibiotics are valuable therapies and have been used for many years. In recent years, stimulation of the mechanical defence mechanism of the uterus, by flushing it with physiological solution combined with parenteral oxytocin, has been shown to increase the chance of getting problem mares in foal.
[The problem mare part 1: pathogenesis and clinical investigation]. A review is given of treatment for 'problem' mares that do not become pregnant. To determine the best therapy, it is necessary to understand the defence mechanisms of the uterus and the pathogenesis of not getting in foal. A thorough clinical examination is absolutely necessary to come to a correct diagnosis. This examination will be explained in a practical way. In the second article the different therapies for treating problem mares are discussed. The therapeutic possibilities vary widely. They can be classified in: anatomical corrections, anti-infectious therapy, and treatment to enhance th...
[Laparoscopic ovariectomy in the standing mare]. An eleven year old warmblood mare was referred to Dierenkliniek Emmeloord because of recurrent cyclic behavioral problems. A standing bilateral laparoscopic ovariectomy was performed. Due to this minimal invasive technique a quick return to training was possible.