Molecular, histologic, and trace mineral characterization of metacarpophalangeal and metatarsophalangeal joint hyperextension in juvenile llamas.

TitleMolecular, histologic, and trace mineral characterization of metacarpophalangeal and metatarsophalangeal joint hyperextension in juvenile llamas.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2011
AuthorsSemevolos SA, Reed SK
JournalAmerican journal of veterinary research
Volume72
Issue4
Pagination550-5
Date Published2011 Apr
ISSN0002-9645
Abstract

To evaluate molecular and histologic characteristics of the superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT), deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT), and suspensory ligament (SL) and assess trace-mineral concentrations in serum, liver, and hair of juvenile llamas with metacarpophalangeal and metatarsophalangeal joint hyperextension.
DOI10.1111/j.1365-3164.2011.00980.x
Alternate JournalAm. J. Vet. Res.