DISEASES OP TENDONS 22^ 



Generally speaking, what are the symptoms of necrosis of the 

 plantar aponeurosis f 



Intense supporting-leg lameness, marked volar flexion of 

 the phalanges, severe swelling in th.e hpUow of the heel and of 

 the frog. 



What does the necrotic tendon look like ? 



The necrotic parts have a greenish yellow, sluggish- 

 appearance. 



What is the prognosis of necrosis of the plantar aponeurosis f 

 It is good, provided the animal is operated in time. Some- 

 operators give the time required for recovery from one to 

 two months ; my experience as regards time is not as favorable,, 

 most of my cases necessitating from two to three months. 



Outline the treatment of tendon necrosis. 



It is strictly surgical, consisting in the total removal of 

 frog and plantar cushion until the perf orans tendon can be= 

 removed from tlie semi-lunar crest of the os pedis to the 

 superior border of the navicular bone. Necrotic portions of" 

 the bursa and bone are removed, a drain made from the hol- 

 low of the beel to the field of operation, the wound given an_ 

 iodoform tampon dressing, th.e boof bandaged, etc. 



