Unusual polydactylism in a foal. A case report.

作者: SPENCER M. BARBER

DOI: 10.1111/J.1532-950X.1990.TB01169.X

关键词: SurgeryClinical appearanceAnatomyCarpal JointCarpal valgus deformitySkeletal abnormalitiesFoalCarpal bonesMedicineSupernumerary carpal bonesValgus deformity

摘要: A 2 month old quarter horse colt had multiple skeletal abnormalities of the left fore limb, including two supernumerary metacarpal bones, carpal abnormal bone development, and a valgus deformity originating at joint. The largest was removed completely, portion smaller removed, leg placed in tube cast. Surgical treatment improved clinical appearance prevented further injury to limb. joint width remained increased but partially responded hemicircumferential periosteal transection. foal sound 1/2 years after surgery.

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