Metabolic encephalopathies - a headache for all involved
19 Nov 2026
RVC Equine Theatre 2
Metabolic encephalopathies are an important but often under-recognised cause of neurological dysfunction in horses. This talk will explore the pathophysiological mechanisms that underly these conditions, and will discuss diagnostic approaches, including clinicopathological testing and interpretation of metabolic abnormalities. Practical and evidence-based strategies for stabilisation and treatment will be discussed, using case examples to illustrate a range of challenging presentations.
- •Gain greater understanding of the pathophysiology behind a range of metabolic encephalopathies
- •Differentiate between metabolic encephalopathies
- •Apply evidence based principles for treatment of metabolic encephalopathies