Current Therapy in Equine Reproduction

Use the latest advances to help you diagnose and manage breeding dysfunction in the mare and stallion

Juan C. Samper (Author), Jonathan Pycock (Author), Angus O. McKinnon (Edited by), Angus O. McKinnon (Author)

9780721602523, Elsevier Health Sciences

Hardback, published 23 November 2006

512 pages
27.6 x 21.5 x 3 cm, 1.379 kg

Book Review for EVE.
Title: Current Therapy in Equine Reproduction
Authors: J.C. Samper, J. Pycock and A.O.Mckinnon
Price: £73.99
Publisher: Sanders



Veterinary involvement in equine reproduction can vary markedly depending on the breeding practices employed. When successful, there is a large degree of satisfaction for client and vet in the end result of a healthy foal. However, as we all know, there is large number of variables which, on occasion make this end result frustratingly elusive to realise.
This book by authors from Canada, Australia and UK gives a thorough source of information on diagnosis and management of all horse breeding. A large number of contributors (predominately from the USA) are able to impart a lot of detail on a wide range reproductive problem. It is split up into eight sections, comprising the normal female reproductive system, female reproductive problems, normal male reproductive system, male reproductive problems, semen collection and evaluation, assisted reproductive techniques, pregnant mare and the post-foaling mare.
Each contributor writes in their own style, but throughout the book there is a very good reference to allow the reader to easily locate articles for further reading. On the whole the text is backed up by good standard graphs, tables and pictures. The pictures are restricted to black and white only. The text itself is comprehensive and easily readable. It offers the clinician a lot of possible treatment options and a lot of practical advice on how to approach a particular problem and an idea on prognosis for a successful outcome. The section on assisted reproductive techniques gives a good incite into the practical management of an AI programme, and allows for a discussion on embryo transfer.

Reviewed by Ian Cameron at Rossdale and Partners for EVJ

Offering the most current insights on horse breeding, this book covers the entire reproductive system, normal and abnormal mare physiology, and a wide range of reproductive problems commonly seen in both the mare and stallion. Coverage includes advanced reproductive techniques, with numerous breeding strategies to help you achieve optimal fertility rates.

• Features the most current information available on equine reproduction, including the latest therapies and treatments for breeding dysfunction, as well as advances in reproductive techniques
• Focuses on therapy and treatment to provide practitioners with quick access to key information
• Features the shared experience and valuable advice of world-renowned experts who have first-hand knowledge of which treatments and therapies are most effective

Section I — The Normal Female Reproductive System

1. Ovulation and Corpus Luteum Development

2. The Follicle: Practical Aspects of Follicle Control

3. Estrus Synchronization

4. Estrus Suppression

5. The Normal Uterus in Estrus

6. Intrauterine Diagnostic Procedures

7. Uterine Contractility

Section II — Female Reproductive Problems: Diagnosis and Management

8. Fertility Expectations and Management of Optimal Fertility

9. Endocrine Tests

10. Cytogenic Evaluation

11. Diagnosis of Oviductal Disorders and Diagnostic Techniques

12. Ovulation Failure

13. Ovarian Abnormalities

14. Uterine Therapy for Mares with Fluid

15. Uterine Therapy for Mares with Bacterial Infections

16. Treatment of Fungal Endometritis

17. Management Regimens for Uterine Cysts

18. Some Unusual Conditions of the Uterus

19. Congenital Abnormalities Involving the Cervix and Uterus

20. Cervical Tears

21. Cervical Failure to Dilate

22. Cervical Adhesions

23. Vulvar Conformation

24. Selective Reproductive Surgery of the Broodmare

25. Infectious and Neoplastic Conditions of the Vulva and Perineum

Section III — The Normal Male Reproductive System

26. Anatomy and Examination of the Normal Testicle

27. The Epididymis

28. Behavior of the Normal Stallion

Section IV — Male Reproductive Problems: Diagnosis and Managemen

29. Testicular Descent and Cryptorchidism

30. Testicular Abnormalities

31. Testicular Biopsy

32. Spermatogenic Arrest (Testicular Degeneration)

33. Endoscopy of the Reproductive Tract in the Stallion

34. Penile Abnormalities

35. Penile Infections

36. Trauma to the Penis

37. Significance of Bacteria Affecting the Stallion’s Reproductive System

38. The Subfertile Stallion

39. Endocrine Diagnostics and Therapeutics for the Stallion with Declining Fertility

Section V — Semen Collection and Evaluation

40. Evaluation of Raw Semen

41. Urospermia and Hemospermia

42. Transmission of Diseases Through Semen

43. Advanced Semen Test for Stallions

44. Preservation of Genetics from Dead and Dying Stallions

45. Insemination with Frozen Semen: Some Management Considerations for Stallions

Section VI — Assisted Reproductive Techniques

46. Collection and Transfer of Oocytes in Mares

47. Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection

48. In Vitro Fertilization

49. In Vitro Oocyte Maturation

50. Low-Dose Insemination Techniques

51. Embryo Transfer and Related Technologies

Section VII — The Pregnant Mare: Diagnosis and Management

52. Pregnancy Diagnosis in the Mare

53. Fetal Sex Determination

54. Twin Reduction Techniques

55. Early Embryonic Loss

56. Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome

57. Maintenance of Pregnancy

58. Late Term Pregnancy Monitoring

59. Dystocia and Fetotomy

60. Premature Lactation in Mares

61. Mastitis

62. Normal Prefoaling Mammary Secretions

63. Colostrum

Section VIII — The Post-Foaling Mare

64. The Postpartum Mare

65. Prefoaling and Postfoaling Complications

66. Postpartutient Abnormalities

Subject Areas: Equine veterinary medicine [MZDH]