Esophageal Duplication Cyst
Esophageal Duplication Cyst Basic Information Definition A congenital cystic formation attached to or originating from the esophagus that has the same structure as the esophagus Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex Foals…
Atrioventricular Block, Second Degree
Atrioventricular Block, Second Degree Basic Information Definition The supraventricular impulse is intermittently blocked at the level of the atrioventricular (AV) node, resulting in a “missed” ventricular beat. At rest, this…
Colitis, Antimicrobial Associated
Colitis, Antimicrobial Associated Basic Information Definition Colitis or diarrhea that occurs during or shortly after administration of antimicrobial drugs Epidemiology Risk Factors Antimicrobial administration: • May occur with any antimicrobial…
Epiglottic Entrapment
Epiglottic Entrapment Basic Information Definition Epiglottic entrapment occurs when aryepiglottic tissue envelops the epiglottis. Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex Most common in young racehorses Genetics and Breed Predisposition The disorder is…
Esophageal Rupture
Esophageal Rupture Basic Information Definition Rupture of the wall of the esophagus Synonym Esophageal perforation Epidemiology Risk Factors • Chronic esophageal obstruction • Kick wounds to the neck region Associated…
Compartment Syndrome
Compartment Syndrome Basic Information Definition An increase in pressure in a confined anatomic space that leads to ischemic damage to the tissue Epidemiology Risk Factors • Anesthesia • Fracture •…
Diastema Formation
Diastema Formation Basic Information Definition Diastema (Greek: an interval; pl. diastemata): a space between two adjacent teeth in the same dental arch. As pertaining to the equine cheek teeth, this…
Dentigerous Cysts
Dentigerous Cysts Basic Information Definition A cystic structure, typically present at the base of the ear, containing either dental remnants or complete teeth Synonym(s) Temporal teratoma Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex…
Dental Avulsions
Dental Avulsions Basic Information Definition Teeth that have been traumatically removed from their alveoli (section of the parent bone) may be salvageable for reimplantation. Synonym(s) Dental fracture Epidemiology Species, Age,…
Dorsal Displacement of the Soft Palate
Dorsal Displacement of the Soft Palate Basic Information Definition Intermittent dorsal displacement of the soft palate (DDSP) is a purely dynamic upper airway obstruction occurring during exercise. In this clinical…
