A Comparison of Five Techniques for Injection of the Navicular Bursa in the Horse
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Injection of the navicular bursa is most reliably achieved by inserting a needle through the skin 1 cm proximal to the coronary band, midway between the heel bulbs and advancing it in the sagittal plane of the foot towards the ‘‘navicular position.’’ Authors’ Address: The Equine Referral Hospital, Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL9 7TA. UK r 1999 AAEP.
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تاریخ انتشار 1999