title: [The problem mare part 1: pathogenesis and clinical investigation].
abstract: A review is given of treatment for 'problem' mares that do not become pregnant. To determine the best therapy, it is necessary to understand the defence mechanisms of the uterus and the pathogenesis of not getting in foal. A thorough clinical examination is absolutely necessary to come to a correct diagnosis. This examination will be explained in a practical way. In the second article the different therapies for treating problem mares are discussed. The therapeutic possibilities vary widely. They can be classified in: anatomical corrections, anti-infectious therapy, and treatment to enhance the uterine defence mechanism.
authors.affiliation: Dierenkliniek De Lingehoeve, Kesteren. bergman.e@worldonline.nl
authors.forename: H J
authors.initials: HJ
authors.lastname: Bergman
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: de Kruif
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: van Dessel
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001706:Biopsy / Q000662:veterinary; D004717:Endometrium / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D005836:Genitalia, Female / Q000473:pathology; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology*; D006736:Horses; D015907:Hysteroscopy / Q000662:veterinary; D007247:Infertility, Female / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000662:veterinary*; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000662:veterinary; D011247:Pregnancy
vernacular_title: De probleemmerrie deel 1: de pathogenese en het klinisch onderzoek.