The Equine Distal Limb by Jean-Marie Denoix DVM, PhD Review by by Sue Dyson MA VetMB PhD DEO FRCVS

The diagnosis of lameness depends first and foremost on a detailed clinical evaluation, but it is then necessary to decide on the most appropriate imaging modality to use in order to help in the final diagnosis. Advanced imaging techniques require an in-depth knowledge of anatomy for accurate interpretation; especially when using MRI imaging, this must be a three-dimensional concept of anatomy. This book is a unique contribution to equine medicine and will be an invaluable reference text. The image quality is extraordinarily high and the multiple views of each area of the distal limb provide an extremely detailed evaluation. The text clearly highlights our current limitations in localizing pain sufficiently accurately to specific anatomical structures. It empasizes the vital importance of the knowledge of normal anatomy and the need for highly detailed evaluations using a variety of imaging techniques in order to gain maximum information about the normality or otherwise of the structures in the area under investigation. MRI imaging has the potential in the future to enhance greatly our diagnostic capabilities in the distal limb, particularly within the foot. This book provides an excellent database of normal MRI anatomy. This work will therefore be essential for anyone involved in complex lameness evaluations, and those utilizing advanced imaging techniques. -Foreword by Sue Dyson MA VetMB PhD DEO FRCVS