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Prevalence and severity of exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage in 2-year-old Thoroughbred racehorses and its relationship to performance.

Sierra ShoemakerYuan WangDebra SellonJenifer Robin GoldAllison FisherJulia BagshawRenaud LéguilletteMacarena SanzWarwick M Bayly
Published in: Journal of veterinary internal medicine (2024)
Prevalence and severity of EIPH in 2-year-old racehorses were consistent with that of older racehorses. An EIPH grade ≥3 was associated with decreased performance. Prerace furosemide administration was associated with a decreased likelihood, but not severity, of EIPH at most tracks.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • pulmonary hypertension
  • physical activity
  • middle aged
  • community dwelling