| Literature DB >> 7084179 |
W A Lindsay, R B McMartin, J R McClure.
Abstract
Five cases of fracture of the third tarsal bone in racehorses are reported. A method of surgical correction employing a cortical bone screw is described in 2 cases. Healing of the fractures was followed radiographically. Surgical repair permitted both horses to return to competition. The 3 cases treated conservatively suffered a prolonged healing time and excessive new bone formation. They were unable to return to training due to persistent lameness.Entities:
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Year: 1982 PMID： 7084179 DOI： 10.1111/j.2042-3306.1982.tb02335.x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Equine Vet J ISSN： 0425-1644 Impact factor: 2.888