Laminitis Research Project Inclusion Criteria Expanded

The coordinators of the ongoing laminitis research project have expanded the inclusion criteria.
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The coordinators of the ongoing laminitis research project have expanded the inclusion criteria in hopes of garnering additional case submissions from veterinarians, according to a statement from the coordinators.

"Based on practitioner feedback, we have changed the study definitions," the study’s website relayed. "Any new case of laminitis that is evaluated within four weeks of the onset of clinical signs may be included in the study." Previously, cases had to be evaluated in a shorter time span, potentially making it difficult for practitioners to collect usable information.

"Cases can include any new case of laminitis that is not caused by sepsis, non-weight bearing, or excessive grain overload," the statement continued. "We welcome cases that occur for unknown reasons, have had recent corticosteroid administration or pasture exposure, or a presumed or confirmed endocrinopathy."

In a recent TheHorse.com article, Michelle Coleman, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, assistant research scientist at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and study coordinator, explained, "The aim of the study is to collect data from first-time cases of acute laminitis seen by private practitioners throughout the country with the goal of identifying risk factors associated with the development of this form of the disease. The results of this study will identify strategies for managing or preventing acute laminitis and help prioritize the direction of further laminitis research

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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