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Clinical Evaluation
The first follow-up Ultrasound scan showed a 50% improvement
in the SDFT core lesion size, with tendon cell density, fibrin
depositionandcollagenfibrilformationasaclearindicationofthe
hypoechogenic healing of this SDFTtendon lesion.
Clinically, there was a decrease in lameness from a Grade 3.5
to Grade 2 of 5. There was decreased sensitivity to flexion and
palpationoftheflexortendonintheleftfrontlimb.Therewasalso
a marked decrease in swelling and no more heat felt on palpation
to thetendonarea orthelimb.
Second Follow-up Ultrasonographic Images
Image 4
Short axis ultrasonography of the SDFT 5-09-04.
Image 5
Short axis ultrasonography of the SDFT 5-09-04.
