Foundational Laminitis Flashcards
what is the stratum externum?
thin, outermost layer
cell of stratum spinosum differentiate into cells of _____________________
stratum corneum
what does the dermis of the hoof provide?
blood supply and nutrients to epidermis
what is the blood supply of the hoof?
palmar digital arteries and veins
what innervates the hoof?
palmar digital nerve
what is the most common type of laminitis?
endocrinopathic laminitis
what conditions are associated with endocrinopathic laminitis?
equine metabolic syndrome
pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction
exogenous corticosteroid administration
pasture-associated
how does hyperinsulinemia cause microvascular damage?
activation of complement and platelets
what are some common disorders associated with sepsis/SIRS?
gastrointestinal disease
pneumonia
metritis
grain overload
what is the least common type of laminitis?
supporting limb laminitis
who does supporting limb laminitis occur in?
patients with painful musculoskeletal conditions
are radiographic or structural changes evident during the acute phase (first 72 hours) of laminitis?
no
what are some hoof-associated changes in laminitis (on exam)?
elevated digital pulses
hoof warmth
sensitivity to hoof testers
altered hoof appearance
what might be necessary to take radiographs in a painful patient?
local anesthesia
where is contrast injected for a digital venogram?
palmar digital vein
what are the three prongs to treating laminitis?
biochemical support
analgesia
treat underlying cause
what can you do during the acute phase to promote load-sharing by recruiting the solar surface?
soft bedding
deformable/impression material
removable boots with an insert
what is a surgical treatment for biochemical support?
deep digital flexor tenotomy