Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 49-55 , January 2006

A Multifaceted Approach to the Treatment of Bumblefoot in Raptors

  • J. David Remple, DVM, Dip. ECAMS

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: David Remple, DVM, Dip. ECAMS, 2209 Morning Drive, Loveland, CO 80538.

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  12. Remple JD , Nurse C . Use of a composite silicone dental impression material to create a form-fitting, flexible, support cushion to facilitate wound healing in bumblefoot . 2005;467–469 in: Proceedings, 8th EAAV Conference, Arles, France, European Association of Avian Veterinarians

PII: S1557-5063(05)00099-6

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2005.11.003

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 1 , Pages 49-55 , January 2006