Osteochondrosis dissecans of the head of the humerus in two foals.
Two cases of osteochondrosis dissecans of the head of the humerus in foals are described. The lesions were gross compared with those seen in dogs. Arthrotomy and curettage of the affected area resulted in marked clinical improvement.
D000818:Animals; D005260:Female; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006736:Horses; D006811:Humerus; D010007:Osteochondritis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D011859:Radiography; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging