Vet Med - Czech, 2010, 55(11):547-550 | DOI: 10.17221/3013-VETMED

A histological evaluation of bone calluses in the treatment of tibia fractures in sheep with the use of a semicircular fixator

Z. Adamiak, T. Rotkiewicz
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland

This study discusses the results of a histological examination of bone calluses in the treatment of tibia fractures in sheep with the involvement of a semi-circular fixator. In all sheep, callus samples revealed the presence of well-developed, compact bone tissue in the area of fracture healing. It was found that the use of a semi-circular fixator promoted bone growth, and that it is an effective method for tibia fracture treatment in sheep.

Keywords: external fixator; bone fracture; osteosynthesis; sheep

Published: November 30, 2010  Show citation

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Adamiak Z, Rotkiewicz T. A histological evaluation of bone calluses in the treatment of tibia fractures in sheep with the use of a semicircular fixator. Vet Med - Czech. 2010;55(11):547-550. doi: 10.17221/3013-VETMED.
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