Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The Normal and Abnormal Equine Neonatal Musculoskeletal System.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Levine, David G
- Affiliation:
- University of Pennsylvania · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
The first weeks of life are critical in many aspects, and the musculoskeletal system is no exception. Being able to stand and nurse within hours of life is necessary for survival. Laxity, flexural deformities, and skeletal immaturity can all make it difficult for neonates to ambulate. The increased vascularity to bones and cartilage mixed with the newly forming immune system also make neonates susceptible to infections that we rarely see in adult animals. This article concentrates on orthopedic conditions seen in the first 2 weeks of life.
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