Imaging of equine septic discospondylitis using MRI, CT and post‐mortem radiographs

Geller, Matthew D.; Slater, Robert R.; Graham‐Williams, E.; Wolf, Tatiana; Spriet, Mathieu; Berryhill, Emily H.; Skipper, Lauren; Aleman, Monica R

doi:10.1111/eve.13620

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“…IVDD refers to the two main diseases considered to be inflammatory (discospondylitis) and degenerative (discospondylosis) conditions. Discospondylitis is thought to be rare in horses; however, the introduction of modern diagnostic imaging techniques and increased awareness of its occurrence in horses have changed this point of view [ 28 , 29 ]. Discospondylosis appears more often being related to the increased dorsoventral mobility and the increased disc thickness of these joints [ 30 ].…”

Section: The Main Cases Of Equine Back Painmentioning

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Advances in the Clinical Diagnostics to Equine Back Pain: A Review of Imaging and Functional Modalities

Domańska-Kruppa,

Wierzbicka,

Stefanik

2024

Animals

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Back pain is common in ridden horses. Back diseases in horses include Impinging Dorsal Spinous Processes, Ventral Spondylosis, Osteoarthritis of Articular Process, Intervertebral Discs Disease, Vertebral Fractures, Conformational Abnormalities, Desmopathy of the Supraspinous Ligament, Desmopathy of the Intraspinous Ligament, and Longissimus Muscle Strain. Back pain may also develop as a result of lameness (particularly hindlimb lameness). A poorly fitting saddle and an unbalanced rider are also considered important factors influencing the development of back pain in horses. The conventional diagnosis of equine back pain includes a clinical examination and diagnostic imaging examination using ultrasound, radiography, and thermography. Advanced diagnostic modalities of equine back pain involve the objectification of standard procedures through the use of algometers, a lameness locator, biometric mats, and the geometric morphometrics method. In addition to modern diagnostic methods, such as computed tomography and scintigraphy, advances in the diagnosis of equine back pain include the use of electromyography and functional electrical stimulation. The aim of this review article is to familiarize clinicians with the usefulness and capabilities of conventional diagnostic protocols and advanced diagnostic modalities. Although orthopedic examination and traditional diagnostic methods will remain the foundation of the diagnosis of back diseases, modern methods meet the growing expectations towards high-performance horses and allow for deeper diagnostics and objective monitoring of rehabilitation and training progress.

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Advances in the Clinical Diagnostics to Equine Back Pain: A Review of Imaging and Functional Modalities

Domańska-Kruppa,

Wierzbicka,

Stefanik

2024

Animals

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“…Discospondylitis is a disease of the intervertebral disc and vertebral endplates, and in horses can have a septic or traumatic aetiology (Dyson et al., 2020; Hillyer et al., 1996). It most commonly occurs between C6 and T1 and is radiographically characterised by lysis of the vertebral epiphyses, with or without alteration in the width of the intercentral joint (Dyson et al., 2020; Geller et al., 2022; Sweers & Carstens, 2006). Reported cervical disc protrusions are limited to a few cases, which radiographically demonstrated narrowing of the intercentral joint (Foss et al., 1983; Nixon et al., 1984).…”

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Should cervical radiographs be included in a pre‐purchase examination?

Dash,

Morgan

2024

Equine Veterinary Education

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SummaryCervical radiographs are more frequently being acquired or requested as part of a pre‐purchase examination (PPE). Evaluating radiographs allows for detection of diseases which may prejudice the horse's suitability for its intended purpose. A thorough clinical examination is the most important element of a PPE and limits the list of possible radiographic findings to those that can be subclinical. Radiographic findings such as morphological variations of the vertebrae, osteoarthritis and osteochondral fragmentation are often present in asymptomatic horses. Furthermore, current evidence suggests that most findings present on cervical radiographs acquired at PPE are of unknown or low significance in a clinically normal horse. There is also minimal evidence of the progression of subclinical cervical radiographic abnormalities and their future impact on performance. Due to the high level of superimposition that is inherent to cervical radiographs, the reliability of interpretation of these findings is often variable. Additionally, PPE radiographs are often acquired in the ambulatory setting and the limitations of the equipment and environment can compromise their diagnostic value. Therefore, at this time, there is little evidence to support the acquisition of cervical radiographs as part of a PPE.

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Imaging of equine septic discospondylitis using MRI, CT and post‐mortem radiographs

Cited by 2 publications

References 18 publications

Advances in the Clinical Diagnostics to Equine Back Pain: A Review of Imaging and Functional Modalities

Advances in the Clinical Diagnostics to Equine Back Pain: A Review of Imaging and Functional Modalities

Should cervical radiographs be included in a pre‐purchase examination?

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