Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
A case of carpal intersynovial fistula in a horse.
- Journal:
- Equine veterinary journal
- Year:
- 1979
- Authors:
- Llewellyn, H R
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A horse was found to have a problem called a carpal intersynovial fistula, which is an abnormal connection between the tendon sheaths and the joint in its right front leg. The diagnosis was confirmed using special X-rays after a contrast dye was injected into the joint. The horse underwent surgery to remove a piece of tissue and fix the connection. After surgery, the horse was given mild exercise to help prevent complications. A month later, follow-up X-rays showed that the problem was resolved, and any swelling was treated without returning when the horse resumed work after resting for another month. Overall, the treatment was successful.
Abstract
A tentative diagnosis of a fistula between the tendon sheaths of the right extensor carpi radialis and the intercarpal joint was confirmed by positive contrast radiography following injection of sodium diatrizoate into the joint. Surgical removal of a tag of synovial membrane and repair of the fistula was carried out. Post surgical treatment included mild exercise to prevent adhesions within the sheath. A month following discharge, contrast radiography revealed no communication between joint and tendon sheath. At this time mild distension of the sheath was relieved by aspiration and it did not recur when the horse returned to work following a further month of rest.
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