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  • Title: Ventricular tachycardia associated with exhaustive exercise in a horse.
    Author: Leroux AJ, Schott HC, Hines MT.
    Journal: J Am Vet Med Assoc; 1995 Aug 01; 207(3):335-7. PubMed ID: 7628937.
    Abstract:
    Ventricular tachycardia was diagnosed in a 12-year-old unconditioned Appaloosa gelding after a 3-day trail ride. Initial signs were those of abdominal discomfort, ileus, and dehydration. Medical treatment included IV administration of lactated Ringer's solution. During hospitalization, the horse developed ventricular tachycardia. Serum potassium concentrations were within reference limits; however, assessment of total body potassium stores was not performed. Resolution of the arrhythmia occurred with further fluid treatment and potassium supplementation. Cardiac arrhythmias should be considered in horses in which fluid and electrolyte disturbances are evident after exhaustive exercise.
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