Laminitis Research 2015

In 2015 the aelru paper continuous digital hypothermia initiated after the onset of lameness prevents lamellar failure in the oligofructose laminitis model has been selected as winner of the prestigious british equine veterinary association beva trust peter rossdale evj open award which recognises publications that influence or improve clinical practice.

Laminitis research 2015. In a normal hoof connecting tissues called lamellae attach to the coffin bone suspending it within the hoof capsule. An intensely painful condition particularly in acute cases laminitis can result in sinking and rotation of the coffin bone and in difficulty controlling pain. In laminitis failure of the lamellar attachment leads to a largely unrecoverable loss of this suspensory function. Implications for future epidemiological studies vet rec.

Epub 2014 sep 26 smith s harris pa menzies gow nj. Here is a review of some laminitis basics and a peek at a new approach researchers are exploring to help find a more effective treatment for laminitis. Jan 2015 wylie ce newton jr bathe ap payne rj prevalence of supporting limb laminitis in a uk equine practice and referral hospital setting between 2005 and 2013. Laminitis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in horses worldwide.