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Enteroliths in horses.

K Lloyd, H F Hintz, J D Wheat

    The Cornell Veterinarian
    |April 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Enteroliths, or intestinal stones in horses, are increasing in California. Diet, particularly mineral intake of nitrogen, magnesium, and phosphorus, may contribute to their formation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Equine Health
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Enteroliths (intestinal stones) were common in the 19th century, declined in the early 20th century, but are now increasing in certain regions like California.
    • The exact causes for this resurgence in equine enterolith cases are currently unknown.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore potential factors contributing to the recent increase in equine enterolith cases.
    • To identify dietary and breed-related risk factors for enterolith formation.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of historical and recent enterolith case data.
    • Analysis of enterolith composition and potential contributing dietary factors (nitrogen, magnesium, phosphorus).
    • Consideration of breed predispositions, such as Arabian horses.

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    Main Results:

    • Enteroliths are primarily composed of nitrogen, magnesium, and phosphorus.
    • A nidus (e.g., a small stone) is consistently found in examined enteroliths, acting as a nucleus for formation.
    • Arabian horses may have a higher predisposition to developing enteroliths.

    Conclusions:

    • Dietary mineral intake (nitrogen, magnesium, phosphorus) is a likely factor in enterolith formation.
    • Further prospective studies are needed to investigate the impact of specific mineral types and dietary levels.
    • Development of models for enterolith formation is crucial for future research and prevention strategies.