Published in Scientific Works. Series C. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LXXI, Issue 1
Written by Diana GOSAV, Agnes FABIAN, Sziland JAKAB, Iuliana IONASCU, Gabriel COTOR
Severe Equine Asthma (RAO - Recurrent Airway Obstruction) is a chronic respiratory condition commonly encountered in sports horses, significantly affecting athletic performance. This case study evaluates the effectiveness of a complex therapeutic protocol applied to a sports horse diagnosed with severe equine asthma. The protocol included pharmacological therapy (anti-inflammatory drugs, mucolytics, and nebulisations with bronchodilator medications), strict environmental management to reduce allergen exposure, and detailed monitoring of clinical progress. The results indicated a significant improvement in respiratory clinical parameters, a reduction in airway inflammation, demonstrated by the cytological analysis of bronchoalveolar lavage, and a considerable improvement in the cytological profile, leading to a gradual recovery of the horse's exercise capacity. This case highlights the importance of individualized treatment and strict environmental management in optimizing the health of horses diagnosed with severe equine asthma. The study provides valuable information for developing effective therapeutic protocols in current veterinary practice.
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