Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Endoscopic removal of bone tumors in horses - a new method
By Southwood, L L et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1997·Department of Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Lateral approach for endoscopic removal of solitary osteochondromas from the distal radial metaphysis in three horses.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
In this study, researchers looked at a new way to remove bone growths called osteochondromas from the lower part of the radius in three horses. Instead of making a large cut, they used a less invasive method called endoscopy, which involves inserting a small camera and tools through a tiny opening. This method is better because it leads to quicker recovery, less risk of infection, and better appearance after surgery. The lateral approach they used was particularly helpful because it avoided important blood vessels and nerves, making the procedure safer. Overall, this approach could be a good option for treating osteochondromas in horses.
Abstract
A lateral approach to the carpal sheath was used for endoscopic removal of osteochondromas from the distal aspect of the radius in 3 horses. Previously osteochondromas have been removed through an incision into the carpal sheath; however, endoscopy is less invasive, requires less surgery and convalescence time, provides better cosmetic results, is associated with a lower risk of infection, and allows better examination of structures within the sheath. A medial approach for endoscopic removal has been described previously; however, the lateral approach was advantageous, because it avoided the median vein, artery, and nerve and because the sheath was more easily distended from the lateral approach. Therefore, this approach may be an alternative for removal of osteochondromas from the distal aspect of the radius in horses.
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