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Incomplete linear tibial fractures in two horses.
P J Johnson1, R V Allhands, G J Baker
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois, Urbana 61801.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|February 15, 1988
Summary
Scintigraphy aids in diagnosing incomplete tibial fractures in horses. Strict stall rest led to successful recovery and return to athletic activity for both horses.
Area of Science:
- Equine orthopedics
- Diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine
Background:
- Incomplete linear tibial fractures are challenging to diagnose in horses.
- Scintigraphy offers a potential diagnostic tool for these injuries.
Observation:
- Two horses presented with incomplete linear tibial fractures.
- Scintigraphy was instrumental in identifying the fractures in both cases.
Findings:
- Both horses received successful treatment through strict stall confinement.
- Following treatment, both horses returned to their previous levels of athletic activity.
Implications:
- Scintigraphy can significantly improve the diagnosis of difficult-to-detect tibial fractures in equine athletes.
- Conservative management, including stall rest, can be effective for these fractures, enabling a full return to sport.