Comprehension Check
Compare the anatomy of the distal limb of the cow with that of the horse.
Does the loss of function of the radial nerve create deficits similar to those observed after resection of the ulnar and median nerves? Support your answer based on your knowledge of the anatomy.
FIG.
30.16 The principal nerves of the bovine right forefoot in (A) palmar, (B) lateral, and (C) dorsal views. 1, Median nerve (n.); 2, palmar abaxial digital n.; 3, palmar axial digital nerves; 4, communicating branch; 5, palmar branch of ulnar n.; 6, dorsal branch of ulnar n.; 7, superficial branch of radial n.; 8, digital extensor tendons; 9, interosseous muscle; 10, deep flexor tendon; 11, superficial flexor tendon.
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