Notomelia and Ulnar Dimelia in a Calf: Radiographical Anatomic Aspects
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Case Description- A three month Holstein female calf with a supernumerary limb in the caudal cervical region was delivered to a private veterinary clinic in Kashmar.Clinical Findings- Clinical and radiographical examinations revealed a vestigial scapula, distally bifurcated humerus, two underdeveloped ulnae, two ossification centers for radius and more or less complete duplication of manus in the extra fore limb.Treatment and Outcome- The supernumerary limb was removed surgically.Clinical Relevance- Notomelia is a rare anomaly which according to absence of any other defects, can usually be treated surgically.
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volume 02 issue 4
pages 83- 88
publication date 2007-09-01
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