Internal fixation of comminuted transverse scapular fracture in a foal

Bukowiecki, C.F.; van Ee, R.T.; Schneiter, H.L.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 195(6): 781-783

1989


ISSN/ISBN: 0003-1488
PMID: 2793548
Document Number: 334586
A comminuted scapular fracture in a foal was treated surgically by use of 2 dynamic compression plates. The plates were applied upside down, so that the convex surface of the plate faced the bone. At 5 months after surgery, the plates were removed, and the foal recovered without complications.

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