A large, complex joint composed of the femoropatellar and femorotibial articulations that plays a critical role in weight-bearing, propulsion, and athletic performance. The stifle is commonly affected by osteochondrosis, meniscal injury, ligament pathology, subchondral bone disease, and osteoarthritis.
Stifle
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Overview of the Equine Stifle: Anatomy and Joint Exploration
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Equine Femoropatellar Arthroscopy: Portals and Joint Examination
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Equine Stifle Arthroscopy: Systematic Joint Evaluation and Clinical Technique
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Evaluation of the Caudal Pouch of the Medial Femorotibial Joint
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Evaluation of the Femoropatellar Joint via a Standard Approach
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Evaluation of the Medial and Lateral Femorotibial Joints via a Femoropatellar Approach
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Evaluation of the Medial Femorotibial Joint via Lateral Approach
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Exploration of the Equine Stifle Joint Using the NanoScope™ System