Using a ‘Micro’ Scope to Diagnose Equine Stifle Problems
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
January 25, 2015
Learn how vets are using an arthroscope that’s 1.3 mm in diameter and 100 mm in length to evaluate stifle problems.
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