Article
Genomic loci associated with performance limiting equine overriding spinous processes (kissing spines).
Research in veterinary science - 5 Dec 2022
Patterson Rosa L, Whitaker B, Allen K, Peters D, Buchanan B, McClure S, Honnas C, Buchanan C, Martin K, Lundquist E, Vierra M, Foster G, Brooks S A, Lafayette C
Abstract excerpt
Commonly known as "Kissing Spines" (KS), the pathological mechanisms underlying impingement and overriding of spinous processes (ORSPs) in horses are poorly understood. Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, and stock-type breeds, including Paint Horses and Quarter Horses are at increased risk for developing clinical signs of KS. A total of 155 stock-type and Warmblood horses presented at collaborating veterinary clinics and...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.