Humeral fracture repair using a robust fixation in an adult Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla): case report

Humeral fracture repair using a robust fixation in an adult Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla): case report

ABSTRACT The treatment of fractures from the thoracic limb in giant anteaters is extremely challenging. Unfamiliar and peculiar anatomical characteristics, robust musculature and the imminent need for an early return to limb function highlight such challenges. The objective of this report was to des...

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Main Authors: B.W. Minto, T.V. Magalhães, D.V.F. Lucena, I.M. Soriano, G.H.F. Barranco, L.G.G.G. Dias, K. Werther
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais 2021-06-01
Series:Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia
Subjects:
bone consolidation
orthopedics
osteosynthesis
wild animal
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