Equine veterinary journal
-
Equine veterinary journal · Jan 2003
Ultrasonographic abnormalities detected in the sacroiliac area in twenty cases of upper hindlimb lameness.
The pelvis is covered with extensive musculature and often presents a challenge in diagnostic imaging. Ultrasonography provides diagnostic information about soft tissue, articular cartilage and bone surfaces, although little information exists about the normal ultrasonographic appearance of the equine sacroiliac region. ⋯ Diagnostic ultrasound is readily available to most practitioners. Therefore the findings of this study show that diagnosis of sacroiliac injuries is possible in the field.
-
Equine veterinary journal · Jan 2003
Comparative StudyValidation of the 13C-octanoic acid breath test for measurement of equine gastric emptying rate of solids using radioscintigraphy.
Disordered gastric motility may be a significant factor in the pathogenesis of many equine conditions. Although tests for liquid phase emptying rate have been validated in the horse, there are no effective tests for solid phase emptying measurement that can be performed routinely in the field. ⋯ Being safe, noninvasive and easy to perform, this test has potential value as both sensitive diagnostic modality and humane research tool for motility studies.