Merkt H, Günzel A R
Equine Vet J. 1979 Oct;11(4):256-8. doi: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.1979.tb01359.x.
Embryonic resorption is reported as the main reason for early pregnancy losses in the West German Thoroughbred mare. An analysis of breeding records for the last 11 years showed a resorption rat of 8.4 per cent. Evidence was obtained that these early embryonic losses were associated with too early conception after foaling and with the state of lactation.