Risk factors for proximal sesamoid bone fractures associated with exercise history and horseshoe characteristics in Thoroughbred racehorses

2007 ◽  
Vol 231 (2) ◽  
pp. 266-266
Author(s):  
Lucy A. Anthenill
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Sesamoid Bone ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

scholarly journals Appraising the Welfare of Thoroughbred Racehorses in Training in Queensland, Australia: The Incidence and Type of Musculoskeletal Injuries Vary between Two-Year-Old and Older Thoroughbred Racehorses

Animals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2046 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kylie L. Crawford ◽  
Anna Finnane ◽  
Ristan M. Greer ◽  
Clive J. C. Phillips ◽  
Solomon M. Woldeyohannes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Poisson Regression ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Sesamoid Bone ◽  
Prospective Survey ◽  
Suspensory Ligament ◽  
Joint Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Period Data

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) remain a concerning cause of racehorse morbidity and mortality with important ethical and welfare consequences. Previous research examining risk factors for MSI report inconsistent findings. Age is thought to affect MSI risk, but, to date, there have been no prospective studies comparing MSI in two-year-old versus older horses. This study aimed to: (1) determine the incidence of MSI for two-year-old and older horses, and whether this was affected by training track, season, or rainfall, and (2) determine the types of MSI affecting two-year-old and older horses, and whether horses trialled or raced after injury. A prospective survey was conducted with data collected through personal structured weekly interviews with participating trainers over a 13-month period. Data were analysed using Poisson regression. The incidence of MSI in the current study was low (0.6%). The incidence of MSI in two-year-old horses was higher than older horses (p < 0.001). Types of MSI varied between two-year-old and older horses (p < 0.001) and affected whether horses subsequently trailed or raced from 11 to 23 months after injury (p < 0.001). A larger proportion of two-year-old horses had dorsal metacarpal disease and traumatic lacerations. A smaller proportion of two-year-old horses had suspensory ligament desmitis, superficial digital flexor tendonitis, proximal sesamoid bone fractures, and fetlock joint injuries than older horses. Training track and rainfall did not affect MSI. The season affected MSI in two-year-old horses (p < 0.001) but not older horses. The major limitation was that trainers in this study were metropolitan (city) and our findings may not be generalisable to racehorses in regional (country) areas. Another significant limitation was the assumption that MSI was the reason for failure to trial or race after injury. In conclusion, the incidence of MSI was low in the current study and the types and the risk factors for MSI are different for two-year-old and older horses.

Risk factors for proximal sesamoid bone fractures associated with exercise history and horseshoe characteristics in Thoroughbred racehorses

2007 ◽  
Vol 68 (7) ◽  
pp. 760-771 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucy A. Anthenill ◽  
Susan M. Stover ◽  
Ian A. Gardner ◽  
Ashley E. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Sesamoid Bone ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

Evaluation of detailed training data to identify risk factors for retirement from tendon injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses

2007 ◽  
Vol 231 (9) ◽  
pp. 1385-1385
Author(s):  
Kenneth K. H. Lam ◽  
Tim D. H. Parkin ◽  
Christopher M. Riggs ◽  
Kenton L. Morgan
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Tendon Injuries ◽  
Training Data ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

Risk factors associated with musculoskeletal injuries in Australian Thoroughbred racehorses

1997 ◽  
Vol 32 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 47-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.J. Bailey ◽  
S.W.J. Reid ◽  
D.R. Hodgson ◽  
C.J. Suann ◽  
R.J. Rose
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

scholarly journals Feline head trauma: a CT analysis of skull fractures and their management in 75 cats

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (12) ◽  
pp. 1120-1126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebekah Knight ◽  
Richard L Meeson
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Head Trauma ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Skull Fracture ◽  
Dental Occlusion ◽  
Skull Fractures ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Multiple Regions ◽  
Upper Jaw

Objectives The aim of this study was to describe and evaluate the configurations and management of feline skull fractures and concurrent injuries following head trauma. Methods Medical records and CT images were reviewed for cats with skull fractures confirmed by CT that were managed conservatively or with surgery. Details of signalment, presentation, skull fracture configuration, management, re-examination, and complications or mortality were recorded and analysed. Results Seventy-five cats (53 males, 22 females) with a mean age of 4.8 ± 3 years met the inclusion criteria. Eighty-nine percent of cats had fractures in multiple bones of the skull, with the mandible, upper jaw (maxilla, incisive and nasal bones) and craniofacial regions most commonly affected. Temporomandibular joint injury occurred in 56% of cats. Road traffic accidents (RTAs) were the most common cause of skull fractures, occurring in 89% of cats, and caused fractures of multiple regions of the skull. RTAs were also associated with high levels of concurrent injuries, particularly ophthalmic, neurological and thoracic injuries. A more limited distribution of injuries was seen in non-RTA cats. Equal numbers of cats were managed conservatively or surgically (47%). Mortality rate was 8% and complications were reported in 22% of cats. Increasing age at presentation and presence of internal upper jaw fractures were risk factors for development of complications. No risk factors were identified for mortality. Conclusions and relevance RTAs were the most common cause of feline skull fractures and resulted in fractures in multiple regions of the skull and concurrent injuries occurred frequently. Problems with dental occlusion were uncommon post-treatment. An increased risk of implant loosening and malocclusion was seen with palatine and pterygoid bone fractures and hard palate injuries. This study provides useful additional information regarding feline skull fractures, concurrent injuries and management techniques following head trauma.

44: Risk Factors for Delayed Analgesia in Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department With Long Bone Fractures

2009 ◽  
Vol 54 (3) ◽  
pp. S15
Author(s):  
J. Mejia ◽  
F. Bautista ◽  
N. Garg ◽  
V. Reddy ◽  
M.S. Radeos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Emergency Department ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Long Bone ◽  
Long Bone Fractures
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