| dc.description.abstract | Equine laminitis is a complex and debilitating condition that severely compromises hoof
health and equine welfare. This thesis investigates the physiological disturbances in
inflammatory and metabolic pathways that lead to the development of laminitis, with a focus
on the roles of vascular compromise, inflammation, enzymatic activity, and metabolic
dysfunction. These pathways are discussed to highlight their impact on the laminar structures
within the hoof capsule.
It begins with a detailed summary of the anatomy and physiology of the equine hoof,
emphasizing the role of the laminae in providing structural support and distributing
mechanical forces during locomotion. | en_US |
