Equine Hindlimb Nerves and Vessels Flashcards
1
Q
What nerves need to be blocked in order to block the whole fetlock?
A
Plantar digital first Lateral plantar before the dorsal branch Start blocking at the fetlock: Medial and lateral plantar metatarsal Medial and Lateral plantar Medial and Lateral dorsal metatarsal
2
Q
What is the principal blood supply to the hind digit?
A
Dorsal metatarsal artery
3
Q
What does the dorsal metatarsal artery supply?
A
Medial and lateral plantar digital arteries
4
Q
What is the primary venous return?
A
Dorsal common digital vein II
