Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Horses with muscle problems in the UK - what to know
By McGowan, C M et al.·Published in The Veterinary record·2003·Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Four cases of equine polysaccharide storage myopathy in the United Kingdom.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
This study looked at four horses in the UK diagnosed with equine polysaccharide storage myopathy, a condition that affects how their muscles store energy. These horses, mostly warmbloods and thoroughbreds, experienced repeated muscle breakdown, which was shown by their symptoms and high levels of muscle enzymes in their blood. They were treated with a careful management plan and have been able to continue competing in sports despite their condition. Overall, the treatment allowed them to maintain their athletic careers.
Abstract
This paper describes four cases of equine polysaccharide storage myopathy which were confirmed by histological examination of muscle biopsy specimens. The horses were of mixed breeding, with warmblood and thoroughbred dominating. They all had recurrent episodes of rhabdomyolysis, indicated by clinical signs and increased plasma levels of muscle enzymes. They were managed conservatively and have continued athletic careers despite their disease.
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