Veterian Key

Pyospermia Basic Information   Definition The presence of neutrophils, pus, or both in the semen, which can cause decreased fertility or infertility; usually a result of seminal vesiculitis Synonym(s) Leukospermia Epidemiology…

Subcutaneous Emphysema Basic Information Definition Accumulation of air in the subcutaneous tissues of the skin Risk Factors • Endoscopic surgery • Intramuscular injections • Choke • Pulmonary disease • Animal…

Melanoma, Cutaneous Basic Information Definition Neoplasm of dermal melanocytes or “nevus cells” within the basal layer of the epidermis Synonym(s) • Equine melanocytic disease • Cutaneous melanoma Epidemiology Species, Age,…

Gastric Ulceration in Adult Horses Basic Information Definition Disruption of the gastric mucosa, potentially extending into the lamina propria Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex Most common in race horses (estimated >90%…

Neck Pain (Cervical Dysfunction) Basic Information Definition Abnormal cervical function characterized by soft tissue, bony, or articular pain; muscle hypertonicity; or neck stiffness. Severe cases include neurologic deficits of ataxia,…

Lead Poisoning Basic Information Definition Lead is a heavy metal that has been associated with poisonings around the world for thousands of years. It has been used in a variety…

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Musculoskeletal Basic Information Overview and Goal(S) • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) produces images based on the magnetic properties of the hydrogen protons within the body. • MRI…

Enteritis, Proximal Basic Information Definition Inflammatory disease of the duodenum and proximal jejunum resulting in excessive enteric fluid and electrolyte secretion and large-volume enterogastric reflux Synonyms • Anterior enteritis •…

Nutrition Managing Starvation and Neglect Cases Basic Information Overview and Goal(s) • The role of the veterinarian is to provide medical services to the neglected horse(s) and to maintain a…

Nutrition Carbohydrates Basic Information Overview and Goal(s) • The horse is anatomically designed as a grazing, hind-gut fermenting herbivore, with a range of carbohydrates—hydrolyzable to fermentable—as its primary energy source….