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Osteochondritis Dissecans Development.

Journal:
The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
Year:
2017
Authors:
Semevolos, Stacy A
Affiliation:
Oregon State University · United States
Species:
horse

Abstract

This article reviews current knowledge of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) development in horses, including normal cartilage development, early osteochondrosis pathogenesis, and factors that result in healing or advancement to OCD fragments. Discussion includes current theories, detection, and therapeutic options.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28551287/