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?

<p>Fiberglass casting tape (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sensitivity to hoof testers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Lag screw fixation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical sign is typically associated with Navicular Disease?

<p>Pointing or stumbling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of radiographic finding is common in Navicular Disease?

<p>Medullary lysis / cyst formation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Diagnostic Analgesia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common diagnosis method for localizing Navicular Disease?

<p>Ultrasound (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Navicular bone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common clinical finding associated with Navicular Disease?

<p>Forelimb lameness – often bilateral (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sub-solar abscess (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Elevated digital pulses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Drainage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Applying a poultice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Pressure from improper shoeing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are Solar Bruises typically diagnosed?

<p>Radiography (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key recommendation in treating Pedal Osteitis?

<p>Resting the affected foot (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Worse lameness on hard surfaces (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When there is career/life-threatening injury (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Deep digital flexor tendon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical sign associated with chronic puncture wounds?

<p>Severe lameness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the diagnosis of puncture wounds typically confirmed?

<p>Radiography (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Systemic antimicrobials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Hindlimb (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Arthroscopic debridement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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