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The Veterinary record2021; 189(11); e942; doi: 10.1002/vetr.942

Effects of a nutraceutical supplement in the management of mild equine squamous gastric disease in endurance horses.

Abstract: Equine squamous gastric disease (ESGD) may require prolonged treatments with acid suppressants; therefore, interest in nutraceutical supplements with anti-ulcerogenic properties has increased. This study aims to investigate the efficacy of Trophogast pellet for the treatment of ESGD in endurance horses. Methods: Fifteen endurance horses were included based on their gastroscopic examination and randomly assigned to a treatment group, receiving Trophogast pellet for 30 days together with management changes, or to a control group, only subjected to management modifications. At the end of treatment, gastroscopy was repeated. Scores were assigned according to the Equine Gastric Ulcer Council scoring system. All horses were weighed at the beginning and at the end of the study. ESGD grades and weight before and after treatment were compared. Results: At enrolment, median ESGD score in the treatment group was 2, while in the control group it was 1. After the treatment period, a significant decrease in ESGD grade was observed in the treatment group (median 1, p = 0.0078), while there was no change in the control group (median 2). No significant weight change was observed in either group. Conclusions: Trophogast pellet was effective at promoting healing of mild ESGD in endurance horses.
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Publication Date: 2021-09-25 PubMed ID: 34562281DOI: 10.1002/vetr.942Google Scholar: Lookup
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The study investigates the effectiveness of a nutraceutical supplement, Trophogast pellet, in treating mild Equine Squamous Gastric Disease (ESGD) in endurance horses. The results show that the supplement successfully promoted healing of the condition, without causing significant changes in the horses’ weight.

Overview of the Study

  • The research focuses on equine squamous gastric disease (ESGD), a common condition in endurance horses that can require long-term treatment with acid suppressants.
  • The study aims to find alternative treatment options, focusing specifically on the use of a nutraceutical supplement known as Trophogast pellet.
  • 15 endurance horses diagnosed with ESGD through gastroscopic examination were included in and randomly assigned to the study.

Research Methodology and Groups

  • The treatment group received the Trophogast pellet for 30 days along with management changes.
  • On the other hand, the control group was only subjected to the same management changes and served as a comparison point.
  • Each horse was assessed on the Equine Gastric Ulcer Council’s scoring system before and after the treatment period.
  • Additionally, all horses were weighed at the beginning and end of the study to ascertain any weight changes due to the treatment.

Study Results

  • The treatment group, which started with a median ESGD score of 2, experienced a significant reduction to a median score of 1 post-treatment.
  • In contrast, the control group, which began with a median score of 1, showed no change after the study period.
  • The treatment did not result in a significant weight change, indicating the Trophogast pellet’s effect was specific to gastric healing.

Study Conclusions

  • The research concluded that the Trophogast pellet is effective at promoting healing of mild ESGD in endurance horses.
  • These findings suggest the potential for nutraceutical supplements in equine healthcare, providing an effective alternative to prolonged courses of acid suppressants.

Cite This Article

APA
Lo Feudo CM, Stucchi L, Conturba B, Alberti E, Zucca E, Ferrucci F. (2021). Effects of a nutraceutical supplement in the management of mild equine squamous gastric disease in endurance horses. Vet Rec, 189(11), e942. https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.942

Publication

The Veterinary record
ISSN: 2042-7670
NlmUniqueID: 0031164
Country: England
Language: English
Volume: 189
Issue: 11
Pages: e942

Researcher Affiliations

Lo Feudo, Chiara Maria
  • Department of Veterinary Medicine, Equine Sports Medicine Laboratory "Franco Tradati", Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.
Stucchi, Luca
  • Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.
Conturba, Bianca
  • Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.
Alberti, Elena
  • Department of Veterinary Medicine, Equine Sports Medicine Laboratory "Franco Tradati", Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.
Zucca, Enrica
  • Department of Veterinary Medicine, Equine Sports Medicine Laboratory "Franco Tradati", Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.
Ferrucci, Francesco
  • Department of Veterinary Medicine, Equine Sports Medicine Laboratory "Franco Tradati", Università degli Studi di Milano, Lodi, Italy.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / veterinary
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Gastroscopy / veterinary
  • Horse Diseases / drug therapy
  • Horses
  • Stomach Ulcer / drug therapy
  • Stomach Ulcer / veterinary

Grant Funding

  • Tecnozoo S.R.L.

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