Therapeutics for Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

Authors

Fereydon Rezazadeh Zavoshti, University of Tabriz, 29th Bahman Boulevard, Tabriz 5166616471, Iran.
Frank M. Andrews, Equine Health Studies Program, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Skip Bertman Drive, LA 70803, USA. Electronic address: fandrews@lsu.edu.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-1-2017

Abstract

Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is an umbrella term used to describe ulcers in the nonglandular squamous and glandular mucosa, terminal esophagus, and proximal duodenum. Gastric ulcers in the squamous and glandular regions occur more often than esophageal or duodenal ulcers and likely have a different pathogenesis. At present, omeprazole is accepted globally as the best pharmacologic therapy for both regions of the stomach; however, the addition of coating agents and synthetic prostaglandins could add to its effectiveness in treatment of EGUS. Dietary and environmental management are necessary for prevention of recurrence.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice

First Page

141

Last Page

162

Recommended Citation

Zavoshti, F. R., & Andrews, F. M. (2017). Therapeutics for Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice, 33 (1), 141-162. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2016.11.004