10 Questions
What is the main purpose of examining the cardiovascular system in horses?
To assess the risk of poor performance or collapse
Which condition is associated with peripheral oedema in horses?
Right-sided cardiac failure
Where is the best location to auscultate for the tricuspid valve in a horse?
Under the triceps, LIC 5
What manifestation can abnormal contraction in horses' hearts lead to?
Cardiac murmurs
Which condition is likely if a horse presents with biventricular failure and peripheral oedema?
Hypoproteinemia
How can a veterinary professional determine the valve affected by a cardiac murmur?
By assessing for cranial PMI in intercostal space 4
What is the primary purpose of echocardiography in assessing cardiac murmurs in horses?
Identifying structural pathology and chamber enlargement
In horses, what can cause long-term structural changes in the heart even after recovery from antibiotics?
Bacterial endocarditis
Why is it crucial to investigate murmurs above a certain grade?
High-grade murmurs are less likely to be important
What is a common manifestation of myocardial disease related to rhythm disturbances in horses?
Poor performance
Learn about the methods for examining the cardiovascular system in horses, including routine exams, auscultation for murmurs or rhythm disturbances, assessing risk factors for poor performance or collapse, and evaluating arterial and venous pulse quality. Discover how acute collapse may be linked to vascular catastrophes and the rare occurrence of congestive heart failure.
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