Radiographic anatomy of the soft tissue attachments of the equine stifle.
Abstract: Radiography is a very important aspect of equine stifle imaging. The precise radiographic anatomy of the soft tissue structures of the equine stifle has not been described previously. Objective: To describe the anatomical relationship between sites of attachment of soft tissue structures of the equine stifle and their locations on standard radiographic views. Methods: The sites of bony attachments of the tendons, ligaments and fibrous portion of the joint capsules of equine stifles were determined by gross dissection. These sites of attachment were transposed onto one set of bones deprived of soft tissue and mapped using radiopaque markers. This specimen was then radiographed in the standard radiographic projections (lateromedial, caudocranial and caudal 60 degrees lateral-craniomedial oblique) to determine the position of the attachment sites on the radiographs. Results: Two radiographic maps were drawn per radiographic projection, one for the attachment sites of the ligaments and tendons and one for the attachment sites of the joint capsules. Conclusions: The radiographic maps of the precise position of the soft tissue attachments of the tendons, ligaments and joint capsules of the equine stifle should assist interpretation of equine stifle radiographs.
Publication Date: 2005-11-22 PubMed ID: 16295930DOI: 10.2746/042516405775314862Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article details the development and use of radiographic maps to precisely understand the anatomy of soft tissue structures in horse knees, or stifles. These maps aim to improve the interpretation of radiographic images and thus aid in the diagnosis and treatment of issues in equine stifle.
Methods
- The researchers started by determining the attachment points of several soft tissues — tendons, ligaments, and the fibrous section of joint capsules — to the bones in equine stifles. This was achieved via gross dissection, a technique that involves the careful separation and analysis of anatomy.
- Having identified these attachment sites, they were then transferred onto a separate set of bones that had been stripped of soft tissues. The transferred points were marked out using radiopaque markers. ‘Radiopaque’ refers to a substance that blocks or absorbs X-rays, and so these markers create clear and distinct points that can be identified in radiographic images.
- These marked bones were then subjected to a series of standard radiographic projections or X-rays — specifically, lateromedial, caudocranial, and a caudal 60 degrees lateral-craniomedial oblique projection — to capture the locations of the attachment sites as they would appear in these images.
Results
- Using the images obtained through radiography, two separate maps were created for each projection factor. One map showcased the attachment sites of the ligaments and tendons, and the other showed attachment locations for the joint capsules.
Conclusions
- The researchers conclude that these radiographic maps, detailing the precise positions of various soft tissue attachments, can be invaluable in interpreting radiographs of the equine stifle. By knowing exactly where ligaments, tendons, and joint capsules attach to the bone, veterinarians and other professionals can more accurately diagnose issues and plan treatments. Thus, the research provides valuable tools for enhancing equine healthcare.
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APA
Maulet BE, Mayhew IG, Jones E, Booth TM.
(2005).
Radiographic anatomy of the soft tissue attachments of the equine stifle.
Equine Vet J, 37(6), 530-535.
https://doi.org/10.2746/042516405775314862 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- University of Edinburgh, Royal School of Veterinary Studies, Large Animal Hospital, Easter Bush Veterinary Centre, Roslin, EH25 9RG, UK.
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Arthrography / veterinary
- Connective Tissue / anatomy & histology
- Connective Tissue / diagnostic imaging
- Horses / anatomy & histology
- Joints / anatomy & histology
- Ligaments / anatomy & histology
- Ligaments / diagnostic imaging
- Stifle / anatomy & histology
- Stifle / diagnostic imaging
- Tendons / anatomy & histology
- Tendons / diagnostic imaging
Citations
This article has been cited 2 times.- Aßmann AD, Ohlerth S, Suárez Sánchez-Andráde J, Torgerson PR, Bischofberger AS. Ex vivo comparison of 3 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging and multidetector computed tomography arthrography to identify artificial soft tissue lesions in equine stifles. Vet Surg 2022 May;51(4):648-657.
- Grapperon Mathis M, Ley C, Berger M, Hansson K. Evaluation of a positioning method for equine lateral stifle scintigrams. Acta Vet Scand 2012 Jun 15;54(1):38.
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