Table of Contents
1 Cover
5 Preface
7 1 Introduction Historical Review The Future References
8 2 Bone Structure and Function Introduction Bone Architecture Function Adaptation Stress Protection Conclusions References
9 3 Pathophysiology of Fractures Material Features of Bone Failure Loading Modes Relationships Between Location and Morphology The Mechanical Behaviour of Bone Monotonic and Repetitive Stress Fractures Classifications of Fractures References
10 4 Fracture Epidemiology State of Knowledge Geographic, Discipline and Horse Level Incidence Risk Factors, Predisposing Factors and Evidence Predictability and Potential for Effective Screening References
11 5 Imaging Fractures Introduction Radiography Ultrasonography Nuclear Scintigraphy Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Imaging Positron Emission Tomography References
12 6 Bone Healing Introduction and Principles Phases of Bone Healing Cellular and Humeral Influences on Bone Healing Mechanical Influences on Bone Healing Monitoring Bone Healing Healing of Stress Fractures Healing of Incomplete Fractures Healing of Complete Non‐displaced Fractures Healing of Displaced Fractures Healing of Reduced and Repaired Fractures Healing of Repaired But Non‐reduced and/or Unstable Fractures Effects of Internal Fixation on Bone Healing Effects of External Fixation on Bone Healing Intrinsic Factors That Affect Healing Exogenous Factors That Influence Fracture Healing Exogenous Devices Conclusions References
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7 Triage and Emergency Care
Introduction
Racecourse Fractures
Insurance
Clinical Assessment
Clinical Features of Specific Fractures
Sedation
Analgesia
Radiography
Ultrasonography
Wounds
Principles of Temporary Immobilization
Techniques for Temporary Immobilization
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