Fixation of a complete scapular neck fracture in a foal using two 3.5 mm locking compression plates

Summary This report describes the successful surgical repair of a transverse, displaced scapula fracture in a foal. A 3.5 mm locking compression plate (LCP) was used on either side of the spine of the scapula. The suprascapular nerve was apparent upon dissection as it passed directly over the fractu...

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Published in:Equine veterinary education 2017-04, Vol.29 (4), p.180-183
Main Authors: Kamm, J. L., Quinn, G., Zwanenberg, D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
foal
fracture
horse
locking compression plate
scapula
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Summary:Summary This report describes the successful surgical repair of a transverse, displaced scapula fracture in a foal. A 3.5 mm locking compression plate (LCP) was used on either side of the spine of the scapula. The suprascapular nerve was apparent upon dissection as it passed directly over the fracture line and care was taken to leave it intact, although the fracture line itself caused some irritation. The foal recovered without long‐term nerve damage and is sound at 1.5 years post surgery.
ISSN:0957-7734
2042-3292
DOI:10.1111/eve.12464