Embryology and Anatomy of the Digestive Tract

David Wong, Rebecca Ruby, Charles Brockus

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Abstract

An appropriately developed digestive system is vital for the newborn foal's survival as this system allows for the consumption, digestion, and absorption of nutrients. Simultaneously, the digestive tract is expansive interface between the external environment and host and is under constant exposure to microorganisms and pathogens from outside world. Several anomalies in the horse can be linked to embryonic development of the digestive tract. Three types of rotational anomalies have been described: nonrotation, malrotation and reverse rotation. A basic knowledge of the anatomy of the stomach, intestine, and liver as well as cell types at the microscopic level facilitates understanding of the digestive system in health and disease. The liver also plays numerous essential functions in maintaining homeostasis, although the clinician must be cognizant of the fact that the liver is immature at birth. One of the major functions of the liver is maintenance of blood glucose concentrations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEquine Neonatal Medicine
Pages343-350
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9781119617228
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2024

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ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Veterinary

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