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 •…
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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…
Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy Basic Information Definition A myocardial disease process resulting in decreased myocardial function. In horses, this often results in dilation and decreased contractility, which can lead to congestive heart failure,…
Cecal Tympany
Cecal Tympany Basic Information Definition Accumulation of gas in the cecum Synonym(s) Cecal dilation Clinical Presentation Disease Forms/Subtypes Cecal tympany can be separated into primary and secondary subtypes. Cecal tympany…
Coccidioidomycosis
Coccidioidomycosis Basic Information Definition A systemic fungal infection of equids and other mammals that may result in pneumonia, osteomyelitis, mastitis, abortion, or superficial or internal abscessation. Epidemiology Contagion and Zoonosis…
Diarrhea, Chronic
Diarrhea, Chronic Basic Information Definition Persistent or intermittent diarrhea of at least 1-month duration Clinical Presentation History, Chief Complaint • Persistent or intermittent diarrhea for longer than 1 month •…
Cocklebur Toxicosis
Cocklebur Toxicosis Basic Information Definition Cockleburs (Xanthium spp.) are common weeds throughout North America with the capability of causing acute liver failure in pigs, cattle, sheep, poultry, and occasionally horses….
