Proximal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis in horses: concepts, indications, and techniques
Surgical arthrodesis is effective for treating proximal interphalangeal joint (PIJ) injuries in horses. Despite several techniques described so far, the use of a 3-hole, 4.5mm-locking compression plate, associated with two 5.5-mm transarticular cortex screws, is currently considered the “gold standa...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Universidade de São Paulo
2021-04-01
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Series: | Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Research and Animal Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.revistas.usp.br/bjvras/article/view/178586 |