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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Equine sarcoidosis.

Journal:
The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
Year:
2013
Authors:
Sloet van Oldruitenborgh-Oosterbaan, Marianne M & Grinwis, Guy C M
Affiliation:
Department of Equine Sciences · Netherlands
Species:
horse

Abstract

Equine sarcoidosis seems to be an emerging problem. As more horses are referred for dermatologic disease, equine sarcoidosis should be considered in any case of exfoliative and/or nodular skin disease with or without systemic involvement, including generalized granulomatous disease affecting most internal organs. Multiple breeds are affected with mares being predisposed. Affected horses are typically 3 years or older. The prognosis for generalized granulomatous disease is generally poor, whereas the prognosis for the localized cutaneous form is favorable but may require lifelong treatment.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24267679/