Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Mandibular condylectomy in a horse.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Year:
- 1989
- Authors:
- Patterson, L J et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Studies · Canada
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A horse underwent a surgical procedure called mandibular condylectomy, which helped improve its chewing ability and stop its weight loss. This horse had been dealing with a facial wound that sometimes leaked pus and had a stiff jaw joint on one side, making it hard to eat properly. After the surgery, the horse showed positive changes in its ability to chew and maintain its weight. Overall, the treatment was successful.
Abstract
Mandibular condylectomy was effective in improving mastication and stopping weight loss in a horse. The horse had a history of intermittent purulent drainage from a facial wound and unilateral ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint.
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