EQUINE VETERINARY JOURNAL
Scope & Guideline
Elevating veterinary practice for the welfare of equines.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Equine Health and Welfare:
Research focusing on the overall health and welfare of horses, including studies on disease prevention, management practices, and behavioral assessments. - Clinical Veterinary Practices:
Investigations into clinical practices, including surgical techniques, diagnostic imaging, and treatment protocols for various equine conditions. - Equine Sports Medicine:
Studies examining health issues related to performance horses, including injury prevention, rehabilitation, and the effects of training on equine athletes. - Reproductive Health and Management:
Research addressing reproductive issues in horses, encompassing fertility, gestation, and neonatal care. - Pharmacology and Therapeutics:
Studies evaluating the pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and safety of medications and treatments used in equine practice. - Infectious Diseases and Pathology:
Research into equine infectious diseases, including epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of pathogens affecting horse health. - Innovative Technologies in Equine Medicine:
Exploration of new technologies and methodologies for diagnosis and treatment in equine veterinary practice, including imaging techniques and bioinformatics.
Trending and Emerging
- Equine Metabolic Disorders:
An increase in studies addressing metabolic issues such as equine metabolic syndrome and insulin dysregulation, reflecting growing concerns about obesity and related health risks in horses. - Advanced Imaging Techniques:
Research utilizing advanced imaging modalities like MRI, CT, and ultrasound is on the rise, showcasing the importance of these technologies in diagnosing and managing equine conditions. - Regenerative Medicine and Therapies:
A notable trend towards regenerative therapies, including stem cell treatments and platelet-rich plasma applications, is emerging as a key area of focus in equine practice. - Behavioral and Welfare Assessments:
Research emphasizing the behavioral aspects of horse welfare is gaining traction, with studies exploring the impacts of management practices on equine mental health. - Infectious Disease Surveillance and Management:
There is an increasing emphasis on the epidemiology and management of infectious diseases in equines, particularly in light of global health challenges and biosecurity concerns. - Data-Driven Approaches in Veterinary Medicine:
The integration of data analytics and artificial intelligence in equine veterinary practice is emerging, with studies exploring their applications in diagnostics and treatment planning.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Breeding Practices:
Research related to conventional breeding methods has seen a decline as more emphasis is placed on genetic testing and advanced reproductive technologies. - Generalized Equine Nutrition Studies:
Broad studies on equine nutrition are becoming less frequent, with a shift towards specific dietary interventions and their impacts on health and performance. - Basic Surgical Techniques:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications focused solely on traditional surgical techniques, as more complex and innovative approaches gain interest. - Standard Diagnostic Protocols:
Research focusing on standard diagnostic procedures is declining, with a growing preference for studies that evaluate novel diagnostic methods and technologies.
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