Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Using magnetic resonance imaging to diagnose nondisplaced fractures of the second phalanx in horses.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2010
- Authors:
- Podadera, J M et al.
- Affiliation:
- University Veterinary Teaching Hospital · United Kingdom
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Two horses presented with a history of severe lameness that was localised to the area around the second phalanx (P2) of one forelimb. Radiographs of the second phalanx of both horses were unremarkable, apart from some smooth periosteal new bone production on the dorsum of P2. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a non-displaced fracture of P2 in both horses. One horse was euthanased because of a poor prognosis for racing, but the second horse was treated conservatively and salvaged for breeding. Magnetic resonance imaging is a newer imaging modality in horses and may be useful in diagnosing cases of obscure lameness.
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