Have you ever seen an equine arthroscopy? Watch Dr. Sandow perform stifle OCD surgery on a young Thoroughbred using an arthroscope 🏇 Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a common condition in young horses, characterized by lesions to the bone or cartilage that have separated from the underlying bone, often affecting that joint as well. OCD’s that are not treated are likely to lead to soundness issues later on, so early intervention is key. Once an OCD is identified, usually the recommended treatment is surgery to remove the abnormal lesions. The most common surgical technique is an arthroscopy because it is less invasive and results in a shorter recovery time. This horse was able to return home within 24 hours of surgery and is recovering well! #teamhagyard #hagyardequine #straightfromthehorsesmouth