Equine Bone Fragility Disorder Reported in California


	Equine Bone Fragility Disorder Reported in California

MorganLvr

6-29-2008 11:02 AM

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horses, bone diseases, veterinary

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6-29-2008 11:53 AM

bookchick49

This is too bizarre. Similar rare bone disorder is found in humans. Will have to read more on this as I have been researching a syndrome in humans. Very interesting and thanks for the clip!!

6-29-2008 9:02 PM

MorganLvr

Well, I'm glad I posted it, bookchick. I hope it's helpful to you.

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