Some aspects of the pathophysiology of subchondral bone injury of the fetlock joint

摘要

Alterations to the structure and the density of subchondral bone (SCB) is known to contribute to many of the pathological conditions that occur in the metacarpophalangeal joints (MCPJs) and the metatarsophalangeal joints (MTPJs) of the horse. In general, the most severe SCB changes and the most severe pathology are found in the racing horse; however, the joint injuries found in event, showjumping and endurance horses may also be related to underlying subchondral bone pathology.