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|q1=What is the most likely diagnosis?

|q1=What is the most likely diagnosis?

|a1=  Congenital flexural deformity of the metacarpophalangeal and/or distal interphalangeal joints in both forelimbs.

|a1=  Congenital flexural deformity of the metacarpophalangeal and/or distal interphalangeal joints in both forelimbs.

|l1= Angular Limb Deformity

|l1= Flexural Limb Deformity

|q2=List the various options available for treatment of this condition.

|q2=List the various options available for treatment of this condition.

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#Application of toe extensions to the feet to extend the weight-bearing surface further dorsally. In this case the foal was immediately able to bear weight on its limbs. Exercise then helps to stretch the shortened flexor tendons. This can obviously be combined with intravenous administration of tetracyclines. <br><br>

#Application of toe extensions to the feet to extend the weight-bearing surface further dorsally. In this case the foal was immediately able to bear weight on its limbs. Exercise then helps to stretch the shortened flexor tendons. This can obviously be combined with intravenous administration of tetracyclines. <br><br>

However, in some foals, the application of toe extensions will make the flexural deformities in the metacarpophalangeal joints worse. In such cases, the deformities of the metacarpophalangeal joints should be corrected, with splints, and the distal interphalangeal joints corrected at a later date.

However, in some foals, the application of toe extensions will make the flexural deformities in the metacarpophalangeal joints worse. In such cases, the deformities of the metacarpophalangeal joints should be corrected, with splints, and the distal interphalangeal joints corrected at a later date.

|l2= Angular Limb Deformity

|l2= Flexural Limb Deformity#Treatment

 

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