Osteosynteza zlaman kosci pecinowej u koni z zastosowaniem srub ciagnacych

Fractures of the first phalanx belong to the most frequent in horses. Three cases of surgical treatment of first phalanx fractures in horses have been presented. The cases differed by the period of time between the accident and surgical treatment. In all cases osteosynthesis by means of orthopedic screws was applied. In all horses fracture repair was successful, however, not all horses recovered fully enough to return to work.