Manual of Internal Fixation in the Horse

Manual of Internal Fixation in the Horse

Author/Editor: Gustave E. Fackelman and David M. Nunamaker (in collaboration with B. von Salis and O. Pohler)

Publication Year: 1982

Overview

Manual of Internal Fixation in the Horse is a foundational, highly specialized reference text detailing surgical techniques and osteosynthesis principles for managing equine fractures. Authored by esteemed veterinary surgeons Gustave E. Fackelman and David M. Nunamaker, this comprehensive volume adapts advanced AO/ASIF orthopedic concepts to the unique biomechanical challenges of equine patients. It serves as an essential manual for equine orthopedic surgeons, veterinary residents, and clinicians specializing in advanced fracture repair.

Key Topics Covered
AO/ASIF Principles in Equine Surgery: Fundamental biomechanical concepts, implant selection, and rigid internal fixation techniques applied to large animals.
Surgical Approaches & Instrumentation: Detailed procedural guidelines for safely exposing bone segments and utilizing specialized orthopedic plates, screws, and wires.
Fracture Management by Anatomical Region: Step-by-step surgical strategies for treating specific fractures of the limbs, joints, and skeletal structures in horses.
Postoperative Care & Complication Management: Critical protocols for monitoring recovery, managing implant loads, and addressing post-surgical healing complications.