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Evaluation of the equine cardiovascular system
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|August 1, 1985
Summary
This study details normal cardiovascular parameters in horses, focusing on auscultation during physical exams. It also covers how other diagnostic methods complement these findings for comprehensive equine health assessments.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Equine Cardiology
Background:
- Cardiovascular assessment is crucial in equine physical examinations.
- Understanding normal parameters is key for identifying abnormalities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline normal equine cardiovascular parameters.
- To emphasize the importance of auscultatory findings.
- To discuss the application of diagnostic techniques based on physical exam results.
Main Methods:
- Review of normal equine cardiovascular parameters.
- Emphasis on auscultation techniques.
- Discussion of diagnostic tool application.
Main Results:
- Detailed discussion of normal cardiovascular parameters in horses.
- Highlighting significant auscultatory findings.
- Guidance on selecting further diagnostics post-physical exam.
Conclusions:
- Auscultation is a vital component of equine cardiovascular examination.
- Diagnostic techniques should be guided by physical examination findings for effective equine health evaluation.