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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2007; 23(3); 641-vii; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2007.08.001

Polyuria and polydipsia in horses.

Abstract: Polyuria and polydipsia provide a diagnostic challenge for the equine clinician. This article describes the various known causes of polyuria and polydipsia in horses and provides a description of a systematic diagnostic approach for assessing horses with polyuria and polydipsia to delineate the underlying cause. Treatment and management strategies for addressing polyuria and polydipsia in horses are also described.
Publication Date: 2007-12-07 PubMed ID: 18061855DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2007.08.001Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research article focuses on the understanding of polyuria and polydipsia in horses, describing the various factors that might trigger these conditions, elaborating a structure for diagnostic methods, and providing treatment and management strategies to handle these issues.

Understanding Polyuria and Polydipsia

Polyuria and polydipsia are medical conditions that often present diagnostic challenges for equine clinicians. While polyuria constitutes excessive urine production in horses, polydipsia refers to excessive thirst. Both conditions can indicate various underlying health issues, therefore requiring careful diagnosis.

  • The research gives an overview of these conditions and emphasizes the need for accurate diagnosis to provide appropriate treatment.
  • It highlights the several known causes of polyuria and polydipsia in horses, which assist the clinicians in deducing possible aspects influencing the conditions.

Diagnostic Approaches

A systematic approach for diagnosing polyuria and polydipsia in horses is crucial to determine the root cause of the condition.

  • This paper provides a step-by-step approach for clinicians examining horses with these conditions.
  • Developing a good understanding of the diagnostic process can help clinicians better treat and manage horses suffering from polyuria and polydipsia.

Treatment and Management Strategies

Addressing polyuria and polydipsia effectively requires a comprehensive treatment plan. The article proposes several strategies for the management of these conditions based on the identified root cause.

  • It outlines tailored treatment plans that could significantly improve the quality of life for horses suffering from these conditions.
  • By offering different management tactics, this research aids clinicians in developing strategies to ensure effective care for horses with polyuria and polydipsia.

Cite This Article

APA
McKenzie EC. (2007). Polyuria and polydipsia in horses. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 23(3), 641-vii. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2007.08.001

Publication

ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 23
Issue: 3
Pages: 641-vii

Researcher Affiliations

McKenzie, Erica C
  • Clinical Sciences Department, College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University, 227 Magruder Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331, USA. erica.mckenzie@oregonstate.edu

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Body Water / metabolism
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Drinking / physiology
  • Homeostasis
  • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
  • Horse Diseases / etiology
  • Horse Diseases / therapy
  • Horses
  • Polyuria / diagnosis
  • Polyuria / etiology
  • Polyuria / therapy
  • Polyuria / veterinary
  • Thirst / physiology
  • Urinalysis / veterinary
  • Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / diagnosis
  • Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / etiology
  • Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / therapy
  • Water-Electrolyte Imbalance / veterinary

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