Residual osteochondral debris represents a clinical problem associated
with arthroscopic debridement and curettage of joint surfaces. At the Oregon
State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital (OSU-VTH), during a period
from January, 1983 to August, 1986, incidence of radiographically recognizable
osteochondral debris in the carpal joints of postarthroscopic equine patients was
excessive....
Published February 1990. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog