Special Issue: Equine Surgery, September 2026
This special episode reviews the latest formal issues from Veterinary Surgery, Equine Veterinary Journal, and Equine Veterinary Education.
Issue links:
- Equine Veterinary Journal: Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026: https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/20423306/2026/58/S62
### Papers discussed in this special issue:
• (00:00:51) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Clinical Research Abstracts of the British Equine Veterinary Association Congress 2026". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70230 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70230
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• (00:01:35) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Comparison of nasal and occipital pressures for horses ridden in snaffle and bitless bridles". PMID: 42684688. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70231 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70231
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• (00:02:30) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Thoracolumbar range of motion during walking in‐hand, long reining, and treadmill exercise in horses". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70232 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70232
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• (00:03:15) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Management and outcome of 198 dystocia cases at a UK equine hospital: 2004–2025". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70234 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70234
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• (00:04:18) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Incidence of congenital developmental orthopaedic disease in Thoroughbred foals". PMID: 42684742. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70235 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70235
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• (00:05:09) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Associations between maternal body condition score during late gestation and congenital developmental orthopaedic disease in Thoroughbred foals". PMID: 42684712. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70236 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70236
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• (00:06:05) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Duodenal and jejunal bezoars as a cause of severe colic in UK horses—15 cases (2015–2025)". PMID: 42684686. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70237 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70237
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• (00:06:58) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "The role of neutrophil activation and extracellular matrix disorganisation in the pathogenesis of equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis". PMID: 42684747. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70238 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70238
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• (00:07:55) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "The use of clinicopathological correlates to identify transient uncomplicated idiopathic peritonitis in horses". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70242 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70242
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• (00:08:51) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Longitudinal evaluation of computed tomographic hoof capsule measurements in non‐lame sports horses". PMID: 42684790. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70243 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70243
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• (00:09:46) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Long‐term follow‐up in 26 lame horses with magnetic resonance imaging findings of fractures or fissures of the ossified ungular cartilage". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70244 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70244
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• (00:10:46) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Dual‐energy computed tomography for identifying bone oedema‐like lesions in the proximal phalanx of standing horses and cadaveric specimens". PMID: 42684772. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70245 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70245
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• (00:11:48) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Comparative computed tomographic and magnetic resonance imaging evaluation of metacarpal condylar densification in Thoroughbred racehorses". PMID: 42684759. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70247 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70247
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• (00:12:44) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Use of a 9.5 mm endotracheal tube as a long‐term stent for chronic pyometra in two mares". PMID: 42684736. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70253 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70253
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• (00:13:38) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Clinical outcomes of unicortical condylar fracture in 78 Thoroughbred racehorses in Japan". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70256 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70256
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• (00:14:39) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Multicentre retrospective study investigating outcome following overreach forelimb flexor tendon lacerations in racehorses presented to three UK referral equine hospitals". PMID: 42684760. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70257 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70257
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• (00:15:38) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "A cross‐sectional survey of owners of former racehorses: Descriptive horse information and owner satisfaction". PMID: 42684753. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70261 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70261
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• (00:16:33) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Exploring horse owners’ experiences of seeking veterinary help in relation to horse behavioural issues". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70263 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70263
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• (00:17:25) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Improving support pathways for equine problem behaviour using a participatory co‐design approach". PMID: 42684751. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70264 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70264
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• (00:18:18) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Patterns of personal protective equipment use and occupational injury in equine veterinary hospitals". PMID: 42684761. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70266 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70266
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• (00:19:17) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "The veterinarian's role within horse owner management of saddle fit". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70267 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70267
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• (00:20:05) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Development and implementation of a checklist and guidelines for antimicrobial prophylaxis in horses undergoing surgery in a large animal teaching hospital". PMID: 42684750. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70268 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70268
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• (00:20:49) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Impact of a pre‐surgical checklist on perioperative practices in an equine referral hospital: A one‐year observational study". PMID: 42684741. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70269 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70269
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• (00:21:45) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Decision‐making resources support veterinary surgeons to navigate challenging conversations with horse owners". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70270 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70270
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• (00:22:39) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Beyond clinical signs: Quality of life in horses living with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction ( PPID )". PMID: 42684746. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70271 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70271
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• (00:23:34) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Equine euthanasia in the UK using health informatics". PMID: 42684784. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70272 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70272
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• (00:24:25) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Injury rates in polo: Has a rule change made the game safer for polo ponies?". PMID: 42684770. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70273 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70273
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• (00:25:11) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Molecular signatures of equine suspensory ligament ageing". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70274 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70274
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• (00:26:06) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Plant‐based nanovesicles as a novel approach to modulate inflammation in equine osteoarthritis". PMID: 42684775. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70275 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70275
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• (00:26:59) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Clinical presentation of coxofemoral joint luxation and subluxation in 16 full‐sized horses". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70276 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70276
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• (00:27:54) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Forelimb lameness and peripheral nerve dysfunction associated with cranial rib pathology: A case series of eight horses". PMID: 42684763. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70277 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70277
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• (00:28:53) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Anatomical guidance for safer percutaneous full‐endoscopic foraminotomy of the equine cervical intervertebral foramen (C5–C7)". PMID: 42684744. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70278 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70278
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• (00:29:42) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Clinical audit improves rates of unplanned intravenous catheter removal in hospitalised patients in a UK equine hospital". PMID: 42684787. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70280 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70280
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• (00:30:37) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Equid hepatitis B virus occurrence and shedding among Romanian donkeys". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70282 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70282
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• (00:31:19) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Monitoring Flavivirus mosquito vectors in eastern Austrian horse yards, 2023‐2025". PMID: 42684791. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70283 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70283
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• (00:32:13) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Do ponies get Johne's?". PMID: 42684738. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70284 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70284
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• (00:32:52) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Salmonellosis in 13 adult horses admitted to a UK hospital: Clinicopathological findings, treatment and outcome (2019–2025)". PMID: 42684773. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70285 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70285
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• (00:33:50) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "The REIN ‐In‐ AMR Initiative: Advancing equine antimicrobial resistance surveillance through private laboratory collaboration". PMID: 42684786. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70287 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70287
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• (00:34:40) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "When the liver lights up: Hepatic radiopharmaceutical uptake during equine nuclear scintigraphy". DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70288 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70288
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• (00:35:23) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Evaluating the reliability of immunoglobulin G assays in neonatal foals: Turbidimetric testing and point‐of‐care ELISA compared with radial immunodiffusion". PMID: 42684789. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70289 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70289
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• (00:36:24) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Strangles vaccination is associated with reduced resting recumbency times in stabled horses". PMID: 42684756. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70291 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70291
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• (00:37:22) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Cross‐protective effect of strangles vaccination during a natural episode of Streptococcus zooepidemicus respiratory disease in ponies". PMID: 42684762. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70294 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70294
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• (00:38:17) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Transcriptomic analysis of equine sarcoid tumour types compared to normal skin". PMID: 42684794. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70295 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70295
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• (00:39:13) A research team, Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 58, Issue S62, September 2026, "Use of photodynamic therapy with infracyanine green as a primary or adjunctive treatment for 177 equine sarcoids (2019–2025)". PMID: 42684793. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70296 Journal page: https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70296
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