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Figure 18-2 Gerald forceps used when performing -

perineural capping.

Figure 18-1 Preoperative image of a horse with nav-

icular disease. Note the typical pointing stance of the

left forelimb.

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Figure 18-3 A, Incision location for palmar digital neurectomy. B, Location of the palmar digital nerve in relation

to surrounding structures. C, Palpation of longitudinal fibers when the nerve is stretched over a smooth instrument.

D, Crimped appearance of the nerve after it has been released. E, Transection of the palmar digital nerve. 1, Palmar

digital nerve; 2, palmar digital vein; 3, palmar digital artery; 4, ligament of the ergot.