Equine Foot Conditions Treatment Quiz

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What is a common clinical sign associated with non-articular fractures of the distal phalanx?

Increased digital pulses (correct)

Effusion of the navicular bursa

Pain on digital flexion

Swelling of the coffin joint

Which type of fracture of the Distal Phalanx is the most common P3 fracture?

Type 1

Type 4

Type 6

Type 2 (correct)

What is a key point regarding Type 4 fractures of the Distal Phalanx?

Involves the extensor process (correct)

Associated with multifragmentation

Requires surgical fixation

Involves the solar margin

What is a common treatment method for non-articular fractures of the Distal Phalanx?

Fiberglass casting tape Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic clinical sign of fractures of the Navicular Bone?

Sensitivity to hoof testers Signup and view all the answers

What is a suggested treatment option for fractures of the Navicular Bone causing chronic lameness?

Lag screw fixation Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical sign is typically associated with Navicular Disease?

Pointing or stumbling Signup and view all the answers

What type of radiographic finding is common in Navicular Disease?

Medullary lysis / cyst formation Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic procedure involves a PDN block of the LF before lunging?

Diagnostic Analgesia Signup and view all the answers

What is a common diagnosis method for localizing Navicular Disease?

Ultrasound Signup and view all the answers

Which bone structure is often affected by medullary sclerosis in cases of Navicular Disease?

Navicular bone Signup and view all the answers

What is a common clinical finding associated with Navicular Disease?

Forelimb lameness – often bilateral Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of acute lameness in horses?

Sub-solar abscess Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic sign may be present in a horse with a subsolar abscess?

Elevated digital pulses Signup and view all the answers

What is the main treatment for a subsolar abscess in horses?

Drainage Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for Subsolar Abscess until the infection is resolved?

Applying a poultice Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of Solar Bruises according to the text?

Pressure from improper shoeing Signup and view all the answers

How are Solar Bruises typically diagnosed?

Radiography Signup and view all the answers

What is a key recommendation in treating Pedal Osteitis?

Resting the affected foot Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic clinical sign of Pedal Osteitis according to the text?

Worse lameness on hard surfaces Signup and view all the answers

In what situation is Puncture Wounds considered a surgical emergency according to the text?

When there is career/life-threatening injury Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is involved in puncture wounds that can lead to lameness?

Deep digital flexor tendon Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical sign associated with chronic puncture wounds?

Severe lameness Signup and view all the answers

How is the diagnosis of puncture wounds typically confirmed?

Radiography Signup and view all the answers

What is a treatment option for puncture wounds involving a foreign body?

Systemic antimicrobials Signup and view all the answers

In what limb is the prognosis generally better for puncture wounds?

Hindlimb Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment of choice for arthroscopic debridement in puncture wounds?

Arthroscopic debridement Signup and view all the answers