Ex‐vivo evaluation of a percutaneous looped thread desmotomy of the accessory ligament of the deep digital flexor tendon in horses
David Orozco Lopez,
Cathleen Mochal‐King,
Robin Fontenot
et al.
Abstract:ObjectiveTo determine the ability to completely transect the equine accessory ligament of the deep digital flexor tendon (AL‐DDFT) via an ultrasonographically‐guided, percutaneous looped thread desmotomy using FiberWire suture as a cutting device.Study designEx‐vivo study.Sample populationA total of 24 normal equine distal forelimb specimens.MethodsUnder ultrasonographic guidance, a Jamshidi needle was placed between the suspensory ligament and the AL‐DDFT, and between the AL‐DDFT and the deep digital flexor t… Show more
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