## Overview This entry covers rare fractures in the context provided. Such fractures are uncommon, usually traumatic, and managed according to location, stability, and the age of the horse. Specific diagnosis requires imaging. ## Causes Trauma. ## Diagnosis Radiographs or advanced imaging. ## Treatment Rest or surgical repair depending on the bone and configuration. ## Recovery and Prognosis Variable by site. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
acute lameness or pain after trauma; swelling; radiographic confirmation
## Overview This entry covers rare fractures in the context provided. Such fractures are uncommon, usually traumatic, and managed according to location, stability, and the age of the horse. Specific diagnosis requires imaging. ## Causes Trauma. ## Diagnosis Radiographs or advanced imaging. ## Treatment Rest or surgical repair depending on the bone and configuration. ## Recovery and Prognosis Variable by site. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
acute lameness or pain after trauma; swelling; radiographic confirmation