Effect of tracheal mucus and tracheal cytology on racing performance in Thoroughbred racehorses

2006115 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Susan J. Holcombe · Michigan State University

Nicola Robinson · Michigan State University

Frederik J. Derksen · Michigan State University

B. BERTOLD

Ronald L. Genovese

R. Miller · Michigan State University

Hanna Rupp · Michigan State University

Elizabeth A. Carr

Abstract

Because moderate to severe tracheal mucus accumulation, and not increased tracheal neutrophils, was a risk factor for poor racing performance, functionally significant airway inflammation may best be confirmed by the presence of mucus rather than increased number of neutrophils in the trachea.

Topics & Keywords

Veterinary Equine Medical Research Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization Respiratory and Cough-Related Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Equine Veterinary Journal

Volume 38, Issue 4, pp. 300-304

DOI: 10.2746/042516406777749191

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