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
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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