Difference between revisions of "Lizard Long Bone Fractures"

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Fractures are not uncommon and are generally associated with [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|MBD]] but may occur traumatically. The most obvious clinical sign is lameness.
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Fractures are not uncommon and are generally associated with [[Lizard Metabolic Bone Disease|Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)]] but may occur traumatically. The most obvious clinical sign is lameness.
  
 
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Revision as of 08:45, 6 August 2010



Fractures are not uncommon and are generally associated with Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) but may occur traumatically. The most obvious clinical sign is lameness.

Treatment:

  • If associated with MBD, treat the underlying MBD.
  • Splints are also an option