Heart & Cardiovascular Problems
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The Equine Heart: Power Plant Unequaled
Learn about the equine heart and some conditions most often encountered by equine cardiologists.
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California Sees Rise in Horse Deaths due to Cardiac Failure
California racing saw a sharp increase last year in the number of fatalities due to cardiac failures.
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Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.
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The Equine Heart: Power Plant Unequaled
April 29, 2013
Learn about the equine heart and some conditions most often encountered by equine cardiologists.... Read More
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California Sees Rise in Horse Deaths due to Cardiac Failure
April 11, 2013
California racing saw a sharp increase last year in the number of fatalities due to cardiac failures.... Read More
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Concerning Collapse
February 05, 2013
My horse collapsed at a show, but had normal vitals upon standing. Now she's lethargic. What could be wrong?... Read More
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Commentary: The Evolution of Equine Disease Quarterly
January 19, 2013
Dr. Roberta Dwyer shares thoughts on the evolution of the publication produced by UK and Lloyd's of London.... Read More
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Aortic Rupture Suspected in Olympic Show Jumper's Death
January 17, 2013
Show jumper Wonderboy III likely died from a cardiac condition leading to aortic rupture, his owner says.... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
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WSU Lecture: Assessing Equine Heart Murmur Significance
October 21, 2012
Veterinarians can earn 1 CE hour for attending the Nov. 6 webinar.... Read More
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Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
August 17, 2012
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.... Read More
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Elite, Non-Elite Endurance Horse Hearts Compared
July 22, 2012
Elite endurance horses had fewer cardiac abnormalities and different cardiac dimensions than non-elite horses.... Read More
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Prevalence of Post-Anesthesia Cardiac Arrhythmias in Horses
May 16, 2012
Study links common post-surgical heart arrhythmia in horses to anesthesia, surgery, and recovery.... Read More
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Effects of Food Deprivation on Horses' Cardiac Function
May 04, 2012
Research finds withholding a horse's feed reduced heart rate and increased atrioventricular block frequency.... Read More
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Heart Problems Claim Thoroughbred Stallion Dynaformer
April 30, 2012
Dynaformer was pensioned after suffering an aortic valve rupture the afternoon of April 14 while in his stall.... Read More
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Not all Equine Heart Abnormalities are Abnormal
December 20, 2011
While some equine heart problems can be life- or career-threatening others typically don't impact performance.... Read More
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Heart Rate's Effect on Equine Performance
November 27, 2011
A research team found that in young horses, as heart rate increased performance quality decreased.... Read More
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Lecture on Causes of Collapse in the Horse Scheduled
November 15, 2011
On Dec. 6, the New Bolton Center will present "The Collapsing Horse: When it's the Heart and When it's Not."... Read More
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Acute Aortic Rupture Blamed for Hickstead's Death
November 09, 2011
An acute aortic rupture caused show jumping champion Hickstead's death during a Nov. 6 competition in Italy. ... Read More
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Hickstead's Death Remains Under Investigation
November 08, 2011
The sudden death of show jumping champion mount Hickstead could have been caused by a number of factors.... Read More
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Weight Gain for Older Horses
August 01, 2011
My 25-year-old Thoroughbred has had trouble keeping his weight up after a stroke. How can I help him? ... Read More
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Awad, Millionaire Thoroughbred Racehorse, Dead at 21
July 25, 2011
Millionaire and four-time grade I winner Awad died July 23 at Old Friends in Georgetown, Ky. The 21-year-old ... Read More
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Equine Charity Donation Supports Horse Health at WCVM
April 18, 2011
A $20,000 donation from the Equine Foundation of Canada (EFC) to support horse health at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) on the University of Saskatchewan campus has been doubled by a matching gift program, bringing the total gift ... Read More
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Causes of Sudden Death in Racehorses Examined
April 03, 2011
Exercise-related sudden deaths in racehorses are uncommon and "poorly understood," noted study researchers.... Read More
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Heart Disease Blood Test in Horses: Effective and Useful (AAEP 2010)
March 06, 2011
If a veterinarian suspects heart disease in a horse, running a cardiac troponin I (cTnI) blood test can expedite a diagnosis, according to a team of Cornell University veterinary researchers. Cardiac troponin I is an excellent marker for injury to ... Read More
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Researcher: Dehydration Can Lead to Misdiagnosis of Heart Disease
February 24, 2011
Changes in a horse's heart size due to dehydration might lead to a misdiagnosis of heart disease based on echocardiogram, according to researchers at the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center who recently completed a study on the subject. ... Read More
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2010's Top Equine Medicine Studies (AAEP 2010)
February 16, 2011
What would be your pick for the most groundbreaking news in equine veterinary internal medicine for 2010? Not sure? Read on to find out what Steve Reed, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., deemed the most important ... Read More
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Russian Donkey Forced to Parasail has Died
February 08, 2011
According to a report from Horse and Hound, the Russian donkey Anapka--who was once the center of an international welfare controversy after she was attached to a parasail and flown over a beach as part of an advertising stunt--has died of suspected ... Read More
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Concerning Collapse
Q. My mare collapsed while warming up at a show. Upon standing, I checked her vitals and all were normal. Since then, she's been lethargic and more marish. My vet and I have been trying to figure out what is wrong. Any ideas?
Weight Gain for Older Horses
Q. My 25-year-old Thoroughbred has had trouble keeping his weight up after a stroke (he has always been a hard keeper). Ideally, he still needs to gain another 50-100 pounds. Do you have any recommendations?
Do Horses Have Heart Attacks?
Q. Q: I read about horses that have died of apparent "heart attacks" during competitions, breeding, and even out in the field. I have had veterinarians tell me there is no such thing as a horse having a heart attack. What are people talking about when they report a horse has died of a heart attack? Molly <hr
