Abstract
Insertional tendinopathies of the DDFT have been reported both as the sole lesion and as part of a multifocal lesion (Dyson et al. 2003). Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging allow specific diagnosis of deep digital flexor tendon lesions within the hoof capsule; however, direct intralesional treatment of such lesions is difficult because of the hoof's rigid structure. A technique designed to mimic intralesional injection of insertional tendinopathies of the DDFT in the standing horse using radiographic guidance was assessed. Radiographic and contrast CT imaging and sectioning of the limbs confirmed accurate injection in all cases although inadvertent administration of injectate into adjacent structures was also evident.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 383-388 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Equine Veterinary Education |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2008 |
Keywords
- Deep digital flexor tendon
- Horse
- Injection
- Insertion
- Radiographic
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- veterinary(all)