Thrombocytopenia, Neonatal Basic Information Definition Loss of blood platelets in newborn foals as a result of destruction by maternal antibodies Synonym(s) Alloimmune thrombocytopenia of neonates Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex •…
Lymphoma, Equine Basic Information Definition Neoplasia of lymphoid origin Synonym(s) Lymphosarcoma; malignant lymphoma (lymphoma is currently the preferred term) Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex • Most common form of hematopoietic neoplasia…
Gastric Dilation Basic Information Definition Distension of the stomach with fluid or gas Clinical Presentation History, Chief Complaint • Colic (often acute onset and severe) • ± History of consumption…
Wound Dressing Absorbent Dressings Basic Information Procedure Absorbent/Adherent and Nonadherent Dressing (ADs) • ADs are used during the inflammatory phase of healing to assist with debridement. Wide mesh gauze usually…
Bronchoalveolar Lavage Basic Information Synonym(s) Lung wash Overview and Goal(s) It is commonly agreed that tracheal wash cytology, endoscopy, and radiography are not sufficient diagnostic techniques for the diagnosis of…
Sand Impaction Basic Information Definition Accumulation of sand or gravel within the intestine producing irritation and potentially obstructing the flow of ingesta or gas Synonym(s) Sand accumulation, sand colic, sand…
Large Colon Congenital Abnormalities Basic Information Definition Abnormal development of the large colon resulting in alterations in the anatomy Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex • Foals with atresia coli present within…
Vaginal Hemorrhage Basic Information Definition Bloody vaginal discharge seen during pregnancy, most often caused by ulceration of vaginal varicose veins Synonym(s) Blood spotting Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex • Incidence is…
Rhododendron Toxicosis Basic Information Definition Members of the family Ericaceae, including Rhododendron, Kalmia (Laurel), Pieris, and Leucothoe (Fetter bush) are toxic to humans and livestock. The genus Rhododendron includes the…
