Authors: K. Vanderperren, H. J. Bergman, T. J. P. Spoormakers, F. Pille, L. Duchateau, S. M. Puchalski and J. H. Saunders
Journal: Equine Veterinary Journal
Summary
Reasons for performing study
Lysis of the axial aspect of equine proximal sesamoid bones (PSBs) is a rare condition reported to have septic or traumatic origins. Limited information exists regarding imaging of nonseptic axial osteitis of a PSB.
Authors: S. E. van Hamel, H. J. Bergman, S. M. Puchalski, M. W. de Groot and P. R. van Weeren
Journal: Equine Veterinary Journal
Summary
Reasons for performing the study
Distal deep digital flexor tendinopathy is an important cause of foot lameness in horses that is difficult to diagnose with radiography and ultrasonography. Magnetic resonance imaging is a well-accepted and validated technique for the identification of deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT) lesions, but has some practical and financial drawbacks. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) has been proposed as a suitable alternative, but validation studies are currently lacking.
Objective
Authors: Megan M. Lamb, Jennifer G. Barrett, Nathaniel A. White II and Stephen R. Werre
Journal: Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound
Desmopathy of the distal interphalangeal joint collateral ligament is a common cause of lameness in the horse and carries a variable prognosis for soundness. Intralesional treatment has been proposed for improving outcome; however, limited reports describe methods for injecting this ligament. The purpose of this study was to compare accuracy of low-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) vs. radiography for injecting the collateral ligament of the distal interphalangeal joint.
Authors: Fanny Hontoir, Jean-François Nisolle, Hubert Meurisse, Vincent Simon, Max Tallier, Renaud Vanderstricht, Nadine Antoine, Joëlle Piret, Peter Clegg, Jean-Michel Vandeweerd
Journal: The Veterinary Journal
Articular cartilage defects are prevalent in metacarpo/metatarsophalangeal (MCP/MTP) joints of horses. The aim of this study was to determine and compare the sensitivity and specificity of 3-Tesla magnetic resonance imaging (3-T MRI) and computed tomography arthrography (CTA) to identify structural cartilage defects in the equine MCP/MTP joint.
Authors: C. P. Crijns, A. Martens, H.-J. Bergman, H. van der Veen, L. Duchateau, H. J. J. van Bree and I. M. V. L. Gielen
Journal: Equine Veterinary Journal
Summary
Reasons for performing study
Computed tomography (CT) is increasingly accessible in equine referral hospitals.
Objectives
To document the level of agreement within and between radiography and CT in characterising equine distal limb fractures.
Study design
Retrospective descriptive study.
Methods
Authors: N.M. Werpy, J.M. Denoix, C.W. McIlwraith and D.D. Frisbie
Journal: Veterinary Radiology & Ultrasound
Previous studies have proposed that standard ultrasonography may not adequately represent the pertinent anatomic characteristics of the equine proximal suspensory ligament. The purpose of the study was to compare the use of standard ultrasonography, angle contrast ultrasonography, MRI, and histology for identification of the anatomic characteristics of the normal equine suspensory ligament in the forelimb. Horses free from forelimb lameness with no palpable abnormalities in the region of the suspensory ligament were included in the study.
Authors: Amanda M. Arens, Sarah M. Puchalski, Mary Beth Whitcomb, Robin Bell, Ian A. Gardner, Susan M. Stover
Journal: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
Objective—To define scintigraphic, physical examination, and scapular ultrasonographic findings consistent with bone fragility syndrome (BFS) in horses; develop indices of BFS severity; and assess accuracy of physical examination, scapular ultrasonography, and serum biomarkers for BFS diagnosis.
Design—Prospective case-control study.
Animals—48 horses (20 horses with BFS and 28 control horses).
Authors: S. Claerhoudt, H. J. Bergman , H. van der Veen, L. Duchateau, E. V. Raes , K. Vanderperren, J. H. Saunders
Journal: Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Objectives: To compare the difference and agreement of the morphology of distal border synovial invaginations on a dorsoproximal-palmarodistal oblique (DPr-PaDiO) projection with hoof-specific angle versus computed tomography. Methods: Computed tomography (CT) images and a DPr-PaDiO radiographic projection with hoof-specific angle were obtained on 50 cadaveric forefeet from 25 Warmblood horses. Computed tomography was assumed to be the gold standard.
Authors: M. A. Smith, S. J. Dyson and R. C. Murray
Journal: Equine Veterinary Journal
Summary
Reasons for performing study: To determine the reliability of 2 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems for detection of cartilage and bone lesions of the equine fetlock.
Authors: S. Claerhoudt, H. J. Bergman, H. Van Der Veen, L. Duchateau, E. V. Raes and J. H. SAUNDERS
Journal: Equine Veterinary Journal
Summary
Reasons for performing study: Distal border synovial invaginations of the distal sesamoid bone are radiographically assessed during the selection process of horses admitted as breeding stallions or in purchase examinations. Nowadays, many moderately or some deeply penetrating proximally enlarged synovial invaginations are considered as moderate or severe radiographic findings.