Equine Foot Diseases Lecture Outline
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What is the layman term for chronic laminitis?

  • Road founder
  • Sole depth
  • Displacement of P3
  • Founder (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a major force acting on P3 in the context of laminitis pathophysiology?

  • Coronary band to extensor process distance (CE) (correct)
  • Bony column (weightbearing)
  • Deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT)
  • Common digital extensor tendon
  • Which disease is NOT considered as a systemic inflammatory disorder that can lead to laminitis?

  • Grain overload
  • Black walnut ingestion
  • Metritis (retained placenta)
  • Potomac Horse Fever (correct)
  • In the context of laminitis, what does a venogram aid in diagnosing?

    <p>Detail change within the foot early</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment goal for laminitis associated with endocrinopathic disorders?

    <p>Improve insulin sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for equine metabolic disease causing laminitis?

    <p>Exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of systemic disease prevention for laminitis, what is NOT recommended for grain overload?

    <p>PET imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Neutralize forces on digit" is part of which type of mechanical treatment for laminitis?

    <p>&quot;Foot cast (?)&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Deep Digital Flexor Tenotomy" is indicated in cases of:

    <p>&quot;Chronic refractory laminitis&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate initial treatment for a horse presenting with severe heel bulb lacerations?

    <p>Surgical debridement and removal of damaged horn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying theory behind the formation of a keratoma in horses?

    <p>Localized inflammation and trauma between horn producing layer and hoof wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic imaging technique is recommended for identifying a keratoma in horses?

    <p>Advanced imaging like CT scans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most crucial aspect in the surgical treatment of a keratoma in horses?

    <p>Complete removal of the keratoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of large unstable hoof wall cracks, what is the recommended approach for treatment?

    <p>Hoof wall resection followed by stabilization techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial step in treating thrush infection in horses?

    <p>Debridement of the frog</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim when treating white line disease in horses?

    <p>Debridement of necrotic horn and meticulous stall hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Fatal sinker syndrome' is associated with which condition in horses?

    <p>P3 infection and rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Seedy toe' in horses can lead to which significant consequence if left untreated?

    <p>'Laminitis' progression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Thrush' in horses is primarily caused by which factor?

    <p>Manure and urine accumulation leading to poor hygiene conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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