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Laminitis in the geriatric horse.

Robert J Hunt1

  • 1Hagyard-Davidson-McGee, 4250 Ironworks Pike, Lexington, KY 40511, USA. malon002@tc.umn.edu

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|January 9, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Laminitis management in horses can be rewarding for veterinarians and owners. Careful client communication allows geriatric horses with chronic laminitis to live comfortably for years.

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Area of Science:

  • Equine medicine
  • Veterinary internal medicine

Background:

  • Laminitis is a debilitating equine disease that often causes significant distress for veterinarians.
  • Successful treatment of laminitis can be challenging, with a guarded prognosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the rewarding aspects of managing chronic laminitis in geriatric horses.
  • To emphasize the importance of client communication in long-term laminitis patient care.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a clinical perspective and does not involve specific experimental methods.
  • Focuses on observational insights into the long-term management of chronic laminitis.

Main Results:

  • Despite the challenges, managing chronic laminitis can lead to positive outcomes.
  • Geriatric horses with chronic laminitis can maintain a good quality of life with proper care.

Conclusions:

  • Diligent client communication and instruction are crucial for successful long-term laminitis management.
  • Chronic laminitis cases, particularly in geriatric horses, can be managed effectively, allowing them to serve as companions or breeding animals.

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