Ischemia is a disease that occurs when tissue stops receiving the vascular supply it needs. Though it can affect several organs, the digestive system is one of the most harmed by the loss of blood circulation, making it one of the most common veterinary emergencies, especially among certain animals such as dogs and horses.
Click here for original story, A drug proves effective in the treatment of intestinal ischemia-reperfusion in animals
Source: Phys.org