Villonodular synovitis of the equine metacarpophalangeal joint.
Villonodular synovitis was diagnosed as the cause of lameness in 14 horses. The diagnosis was based on the history, clinical signs, and arthrographic findings. Treatment consisted of surgical excision and radiation therapy. The response to treatment was favorable in 13 horses.
D000818:Animals; D005260:Female; D005552:Forelimb; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D006736:Horses; D007249:Inflammation; D008297:Male; D008663:Metacarpus / Q000473:pathology; D013585:Synovitis / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D014033:Toe Joint