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| − | ''''Seedy toe'''' where the '''hoof wall''' separates from '''deeper structures''' of the foot. | + | ''''Seedy toe'''' is a condition where the '''hoof wall''' separates from '''deeper structures''' of the foot. |
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| − | Any age, breed and signalment may be affected. It is reported to be more common in horses where the '''toe''' has been allowed to grow '''long''' or as a sequlae to a '''mild chronic laminitis'''. | + | Any age, breed and signalment of horse may be affected. It is reported to be more common in horses where the '''toe''' has been allowed to grow '''long''' or as a sequlae to a '''mild chronic [[laminitis]]'''. |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
May, SA & McIlwraith, CW (1998) '''Equine Orthopaedics and Rheumatology Self-Assessment Colour Review''' ''Manson Publishing Ltd'' | May, SA & McIlwraith, CW (1998) '''Equine Orthopaedics and Rheumatology Self-Assessment Colour Review''' ''Manson Publishing Ltd'' | ||
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Revision as of 13:27, 4 August 2011
Introduction
'Seedy toe' is a condition where the hoof wall separates from deeper structures of the foot.
Signalment
Any age, breed and signalment of horse may be affected. It is reported to be more common in horses where the toe has been allowed to grow long or as a sequlae to a mild chronic laminitis.
Clinical Signs
An enlargement of the toe which is caused by the development of a large cavity between the hoof wall and the pedal bone. If the hoof wall is tapped over the defect, a hollow sound is produced. Normally the condition does not cause lameness unless there is concurrent infection or there is severe instability of the hoof wall, which can cause inflammation of the laminae and pain. The area of the hoof affected is variable.
Diagnosis
Visualisation of the lesion.
Treatment
The separated horn should be removed, allowing the hoof wall to regrow normally.
Prognosis
Good with appropriate treatment.
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Equine Orthopaedics and Rheumatology Q&A 19 |
References
May, SA & McIlwraith, CW (1998) Equine Orthopaedics and Rheumatology Self-Assessment Colour Review Manson Publishing Ltd
Captain M. Horace Hays FRCVS Veterinary Notes for Horse Owners (Revised Edition), Stanley Paul
Merck & Co (2009) The Merck Veterinary Manual (Ninth Edition), Merial
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