Authors: Gibson K.T.; Burbidge H.M.

Source: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 43, Number 6, 1 November 1995 , pp. 244-247(4)

Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd

Abstract:

Three horses were presented for treatment of chronic infections of the digital flexor tendon sheath. Clinical signs included severe lameness, and heat, pain and swelling of the digital flexor tendon sheath. The horses were treated with surgical lavage of the tendon sheath, systemic and local antibiotics, and analgesics. In each case, resolution of the lameness occurred over weeks to months. Only one horse returned to athletic activity, while the other two became comfortable at pasture. Response to treatment in cases of chronic tenosynovitis may not be as rapid or complete as that reported for acute tendon sheath infections.

Keywords: Horse; Locomotor; Septicaemia

Document Type: Short communication

Publication date: 1995-11-01

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