Imogen Johns

B and W Equine Hospital, Breadstone, Berkeley, Gloucestershire GL13 9HG

Figure 6. Layers of fibrin on the parietal pleural surface (red arrow) and along the diaphragm (yellow arrow) in a horse with pleuropneumonia. There is a small volume of pleural fluid. Dorsal is to the right in this image.
Respiratory

Use of thoracic ultrasound to investigate respiratory disease: an update

Ultrasonographic examination is indicated in the investigation of suspected respiratory disease in foals and horses. Clinical findings which might prompt ultrasound investigation would include dull...

Figure 7. Checking for iatrogenic ulcers if footplate becomes loose when the subpalpebral lavage system has been placed in the upper lid.
Nursing/SQP

Nursing care of the hospitalised eye case

Ocular disease, particularly corneal diseases, can result in significant discomfort. While the pain level of the horse with his eye clamped shut who will not allow you anywhere near him is easy to...

Figure 1. Two methods for visualising the cranial mediastinum. a. Through the triceps. b. The leg is pulled forward as far as possible (an assistant can make this easier) and the transducer is then placed as far cranial as possible, behind the elbow
Veterinary

Use of thoracic ultrasound to investigate respiratory disease

Ultrasound examination is indicated in the investigation of suspected respiratory disease in foals and horses. Clinical findings that might prompt ultrasound investigation include dull lung sounds...