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Hepatic insufficiency in the horse usually results
polydipsia, pruritus and bleeding (Figs. 5.1–5.5).
compromise of certain functions normally performed
by the liver. Such signs include lethargy, inappe- In contrast, many horses with a mild to moderate
degree of liver disease may remain outwardly healthy
tence, weight loss, photodermatitis, oedema, central as adequate hepatic function is maintained, leading

5.1 5.2

5.4

5.3

5.5

Figs. 5.1–5.5 Images of several clinical signs of hepatic failure comprising: (5.1) jaundice; (5.2) weight loss and
ventral oedema; (5.3, 5.4) photodermatitis; (5.5) petechiation.