Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Internal fixation of fractures of the third phalanx in three horses.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 1979
- Authors:
- Rose, R J et al.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
This study looks at a surgical method called internal fixation, which is used to treat fractures in a specific bone in horses' legs. Three horses with this type of fracture were treated, and one of them also had an infection that was successfully managed. The researchers found that using this surgical technique not only helps prevent complications but also allows horses to recover and get back to work faster compared to other non-surgical treatments. Overall, the treatment was effective in these cases.
Abstract
The technique of internal fixation of intra-articular fractures of the third phalanx using lag screw interfragmentary compression is described. Three cases are discussed and the successful treatment of infection and osteomyelitis described in one of them. Despite this potential complication internal fixation offers a better prognosis and also a more rapid return to work than non-operative treatments.
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