Bones and Joints of Distal Limb Q's Flashcards
canine, feline
what is the order of the carpal bones
radial and intermediate fused
A
RI U
1 2 3 4
how many centres of ossification do the carpal bones develop from
1
except for accessory carpal bone (2) and radio-intermediate bone (2)
what are the features of the dorsal sesamoids
single
where are the dorsal sesamoids located
dorsal aspect of every MCP/MTP joint
what is the function of the dorsal sesamoids
embedded in and protect extensor tendons
what are the 4 features of the distal phalanx in carnivores
- ungual process
- ungual crest
- extensor process
- palmar process
what is the funciton of the ungual process
supports claw
what is the funciton of the ungual crest
vascular root of claw
what is the function of the extensor process
extensor tendons
what is the funciton of the palmar process
flexor tendons
identify the features of the distal phalanx