Definitions
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- n. A family of orthopedic diseases of the joint that occur in children and in rapidly growing animals, characterized by interruption of the blood supply of a bone, necrosis, and regrowth.
Etymologies
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Examples
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These conditions are commonly referred to as osteochondrosis (OCD) and have a tremendous economic impact on the equine industry.
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Bessie had osteochondrosis, an orthopedic disease that was hindering the blood supply to her bones.
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Eventually, osteochondrosis in any of these forms can cause lameness and arthritis.
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Conformation also has a role to play in osteochondrosis development.
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This occurs when the joint surfaces of spinal vertebrae develop osteochondrosis lesions.
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Excess energy intake (120\% of National Research Council -- NRC -- requirements) has been correlated with osteochondrosis.
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Other problems that develop due to nutritional inconsistencies during growth include osteochondrosis and wobbler syndrome.
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In more than half of the cases, osteochondrosis is present in bilateral (both front or hind) joints, although obvious signs might only show up in one.
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Signs include varying degrees of lameness, distention (swelling) of the affected joint, and reluctance to flex the limb, especially when osteochondrosis develops in the hocks and / or stifles.
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A diet that is low in copper also increases the development of osteochondrosis.
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