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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice1999; 15(3); 687-x; doi: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30139-6

Equine reproductive pharmacology.

Abstract: This article reviews therapies and strategies commonly used to treat diseases of the mare's genital tract and modulate the reproductive cycle of the mare. Many reproductive treatments are based on historical use and empirical evidence rather than well controlled clinical studies. This article attempts to present practical information in a summary form while highlighting the need for continued research documenting the efficacy and safety of reproductive therapies.
Publication Date: 1999-12-10 PubMed ID: 10589474DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30139-6Google Scholar: Lookup
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The researchers in this article are reviewing therapies and strategies used to treat reproductive diseases in female horses and regulate their reproductive cycles. Many of these treatments are primarily based on past use and observed data, so the authors emphasize the need for more controlled studies to evaluate their effectiveness and safety.

Overview of the Research

  • The article delves into investigating the reproductive pharmacology in mares, particularly highlighting various treatments that are implemented for reproductive diseases and controlling the reproductive cycles of mares.
  • An important point presented by the authors is that a significant number of these treatments don’t have a solid scientific foundation, but rather, they are implemented based on historical evidence and empirical data.

Need for Continued Research

  • The authors identify a crucial need for continued research in this field. This call for more studies is due to the current reliance on uncontrolled evidence and less scientifically verified data.
  • They argue that the effectiveness and safety of these reproductive treatments and strategies require further exploration through well-controlled clinical studies.

Significance of the Article

  • This review presents a critical evaluation of the current state of equine reproductive pharmacology, which could stimulate innovative researches in this field.
  • It emphasizes the importance of bridging the gap between empirical practices and scientifically validated medical treatments in equine reproduction.
  • The authors’ push for more rigorous research can have far-reaching implications, potentially leading to safer and more effective treatments for reproductive diseases in female horses.

Cite This Article

APA
Perkins NR. (1999). Equine reproductive pharmacology. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 15(3), 687-x. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30139-6

Publication

ISSN: 0749-0739
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 15
Issue: 3
Pages: 687-x

Researcher Affiliations

Perkins, N R
  • Department of Large Animal Theriogenology, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand. N.R.Perkins@massey.ac.nz

MeSH Terms

  • Abortion, Veterinary / prevention & control
  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Infective Agents, Local / therapeutic use
  • Bacterial Infections / drug therapy
  • Bacterial Infections / veterinary
  • Endometritis / drug therapy
  • Endometritis / veterinary
  • Estrus / drug effects
  • Estrus Synchronization
  • Female
  • Horse Diseases / drug therapy
  • Horses
  • Ovulation Induction / veterinary
  • Placenta, Retained / drug therapy
  • Placenta, Retained / veterinary
  • Pregnancy
  • Progestins / therapeutic use
  • Uterine Diseases / drug therapy
  • Uterine Diseases / veterinary

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This article has been cited 5 times.
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