Medina Spirit, the 2021 Kentucky Derby winner, died of an apparent heart attack December 6, 2021 at Santa Anita, California. While tragic, we’re reminded that screening for equine cardiac problems is not as easy as you’d think, especially in racehorses. Natalie Voss presents information equine veterinarian specialists shared during discussions about the realities and challenges of screening racehorses.
Source: Paulick Report, June 18, 2020. Link.