Corticosteroid-associated laminitis

Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract. 2010 Aug;26(2):277-85. doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2010.04.001. Epub 2010 Jun 8.

Abstract

A direct causal association between corticosteroid use and laminitis has yet to be proven scientifically, and there have been few studies specifically addressing this aspect. New evidence, however, is improving the understanding of the causes of laminitis, particularly related to endocrine factors. The focus of this article is discussing the circumstances under which steroids might cause this condition.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / adverse effects*
  • Animals
  • Foot Diseases / chemically induced
  • Foot Diseases / veterinary*
  • Hoof and Claw*
  • Horse Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Horses
  • Inflammation / chemically induced
  • Inflammation / veterinary

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones