Fracture of the extensor process of the distal phalanx in a bull and a cow. Issue 1 (11th July 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Taguchi, K.; Nakamura, S.; Hyakutake, K.
• Is Part Of: Veterinary record case reports. Volume 1:Issue 1(2013)
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• Publication Date: 2013-07-11
• Subjects: Veterinary medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; 636.08905
• DOI: 10.1136/vetreccr.c4006rep
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2052-6121

Abstract

Abstract : Two cases of extensor process fracture of the distal phalanx in the forelimb in a Holstein bull and a lactating Holstein cow are described. Each animal showed acute onset of severe lameness with a gait characterised by lengthening of the cranial phase of the step in order to place more weight on the heel. Mild swelling and a localised pain response upon application of deep pressure above the coronet were also observed. A definitive diagnosis was made by radiography with complementary ultrasonography, which provided the best definition of the fracture fragment over the dorsal aspect of the distal interphalangeal joint. Applying a wooden block to a sound claw for three weeks was curative and provided a good prognosis in both cases.