Ultrasonographic examination of the tuber calcanei area: Technique and normal ultrasonographic images |
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| Authors: | A-L Emond V Coudry M Seignour J-M Denoix |
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| Institution: | 1. Clinique équine de Termes, Termes, France;2. CIRALE, INRA USC 957 BPLC, ENVA-UPEC, Normandie Equine Vallée, Goustranville, France;3. Cabinet Vétérinaire Equiveto, Haras d'Obtrée, La Crau, France |
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| Abstract: | Ultrasonographic examination is an essential diagnostic tool that complements radiographic examination in the diagnostic work-up of injury to the tuber calcanei area. Using a plantar approach, the superficial digital flexor tendon, gastrocnemius tendon, the bone surfaces of the two lobes of the tuber calcanei and the gastrocnemius bursa and the calcaneal bursa of the superficial digital flexor tendon (if distended) can be accurately assessed. Using a collateral approach, the tenocalcaneal ligaments of the superficial digital flexor tendon and the branches of the calcaneal tendon of the caudal femoral muscles can be imaged. This paper describes the normal anatomy of the tuber calcanei area and presents the complete ultrasonographic procedure and normal ultrasonographic images of this region. |
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| Keywords: | horse ultrasonography tarsus gastrocnemius tendon superficial digital flexor tendon tenocalcaneal ligaments |
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