Diagnosis of upper respiratory tract diseases in the performance horse.
Wastage of performance horses because of respiratory dysfunction is common. Appropriate identification of the disease is paramount for treatment recommendations. Diagnostic modalities for upper respiratory tract dysfunction include a thorough physical examination, radiographic evaluation when appropriate, and upper respiratory tract endoscopy. Anatomical deviations or structural are easily identified during resting evaluation, while exercise testing is often necessary to assess thedynamic properties of the upper airway. Utilizing the many diagnostic tools available allows the clinician to make an accurate diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment.
Davidson
Elizabeth J
EJ
School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348, USA. ejdavid@vet.upenn.edu
Martin
Benson B
BB
D000818:Animals; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000662:veterinary; D005080:Exercise Test / Q000662:veterinary; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006736:Horses; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000662:veterinary; D011859:Radiography; D012137:Respiratory System / Q000166:cytology / Q000473:pathology*; D012140:Respiratory Tract Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000662:veterinary*; D013177:Sports / Q000145:classification / Q000502:physiology; D014463:Ultrasonography