Severe lameness associated with an impact fracture of the proximal phalanx in a filly |
| |
| Authors: | A M Cullimore J W Finnie W J Marmion T M Booth |
| |
| Institution: | 1. Morphettville Equine Hospital, 90 Morphett Road, Adelaide 5044;2. Veterinary Services Division, Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science, PO Box 14, Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia. |
| |
| Abstract: | A 3‐year‐old filly was presented for severe lameness referable to the left front fetlock joint. Radiographs confirmed an osseous cyst‐like lesion and synovial fluid cytology ruled out sepsis. The filly responded poorly to medical management and was subsequently subjected to euthanasia. Post mortem examination confirmed an impact fracture of the proximal phalanx, previously undiagnosed in the horse. |
| |
| Keywords: | horse fracture phalanx pastern lameness osseous cyst like lesion |
|
|
