Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Horse with persistent joint swelling - chip fractures diagnosed
By Groves, L·Published in Cellular and molecular biology (Noisy-le-Grand, France)·2005·The Whole Horse, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Chip fractures from the distal lateral trochlear ridge of the talus of a quarter horse gelding: a veterinary medicine clinical report.
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Plain-English summary
An eighteen-month-old quarter horse gelding was found to have small fractures in a specific part of his ankle joint, which was causing ongoing inflammation in the area. The diagnosis was confirmed through X-rays. To treat the issue, the horse underwent arthroscopic surgery, which is a minimally invasive procedure, and was given medication to reduce pain and inflammation, as well as another type of medication to help protect and heal the joint. The treatment aimed to improve his condition and support recovery.
Abstract
An eighteen-month old quarter horse gelding was diagnosed with chip fractures from the distal lateral trochlear ridge of the talus. The horse presented with the symptom of persistent synovitis. The diagnosis was based on radiographic evidence. The horse was treated initially with arthroscopic surgery. He was given a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, and a chondroprotective agent to prevent further damage to, and aid in the healing of, the damaged joint.
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