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Laminitis in the horse.

D M Hood1

  • 1Department of Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|September 3, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This article introduces laminitis, a serious equine hoof condition. It defines key terms and phases—developmental, acute, subacute, and chronic—essential for understanding laminitis management and its impact on the horse industry.

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Area of Science:

  • Equine Medicine
  • Veterinary Science
  • Animal Health

Background:

  • Laminitis is a significant and complex equine health issue.
  • Understanding its phases is crucial for effective management.
  • The economic and welfare impact on the horse industry is substantial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a foundational introduction to the topic of laminitis.
  • To establish consistent terminology and perspectives for subsequent articles.
  • To define the distinct clinical phases of laminitis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and clinical perspectives on laminitis.
  • Categorization of laminitis into developmental, acute, subacute, and chronic phases.
  • Definition of criteria, duration, clinical goals, and implications for each phase.

Main Results:

  • Laminitis is systematically classified into four distinct clinical phases.
  • Clear definitions and criteria for each phase are established.
  • The importance of laminitis within the equine industry is highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • A standardized framework for understanding and discussing laminitis is presented.
  • This foundational article sets the stage for in-depth exploration of laminitis.
  • Consistent terminology will improve research and clinical communication regarding equine laminitis.

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