Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Diagnosis of Skeletal Injury in the Sport Horse.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2018
- Authors:
- Wulster, Kathryn B
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Studies · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
This article discusses the basis of image formation of radiography, scintigraphy, PET, computed tomography (fan beam and cone beam), and magnetic resonance as it relates to imaging of musculoskeletal injury in the sport horse. The benefits and drawbacks of each modality are discussed with particular emphasis on sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of identification of subchondral bone injury. Examples of straightforward as well as confounding lesions are provided, emphasizing the need for appropriate clinical workup and diagnostic analgesia, where appropriate.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30007447/