T-plate repair of fracture of the nasal bones in a horse.
A 5-hole T-plate was used to repair an unstable compound depression fracture of the nasal bones in a horse. Substantial bone loss was evident as a result of severe trauma. Satisfactory bone healing, facial contour, and airway function were achieved. The use of a T-plate can be an alternative means of repair of a nasal bone fracture in a situation in which instability and/or bone loss exists.
Burba
D J
DJ
Department of Medicine and Surgery, Boren Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater 74078.
Collier
M A
MA
D000818:Animals; D001860:Bone Plates / Q000662:veterinary*; D001863:Bone Screws / Q000662:veterinary; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D006736:Horses / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D009295:Nasal Bone / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery