The arterial blood supply of the cervical vertebrae of the ox (Bos taurus L.)

The arterial supply to the cervical vertebrae of the ox was studied in 22 animals (Friesland, Jersey and Guernsey cross-breeds), ranging from near full-term foetuses to adults. Various techniques, including angiography and clearing of bone, were employed to expose the extra- and intraosseous distribution of the arteries and a description is given of a modified Spalteholtz clearing technique. The extraosseous nutrient arteries are described and illustrated. A uniform pattern emerged from the investigation and it is suggested that the main branches be named : (a) the artery of the vertebral arch; (b) the artery of the transverse process; (c) the basivertebral arteries. Frequent anastomoses between epi- and metaphysial vessels in young animals are reported, and stress is laid on the effective collateral supply maintained by the extra- and intraosseous nutrient vessels.The articles have been scanned in colour with a HP Scanjet 5590; 300dpi. Adobe Acrobat XI Pro was used to OCR the text and also for the merging and conversion to the final presentation PDF-format.University of Pretori

The venous drainage of the cervical vertebrae of the ox (Bos taurus L.)

The venous drainage of the cervical vertebrae of the ox was studied in 16 animals (Friesland, Jersey and Guernsey cross-breeds), ranging from near full-term foetuses to adults. The extra- and intraosseous veins of the cervical vertebrae are described and illustrated. The nutrient vessels are derived from the vertebral, deep cervical, occipital and internal jugular veins. In addition to the dorsal and ventral external venous plexuses, a lateral external venous plexus is described. The intraosseous veins correspond in the main to the arteries. They are described and illustrated with reference to the available literature. In both young and adult animals anastomoses between epi- and metaphysial vessels are reported. The role of the internal ventral vertebral venous system as a collateral pathway is stressed and comments are made on its possible functional role.The articles have been scanned in colour with a HP Scanjet 5590; 300dpi. Adobe Acrobat XI Pro was used to OCR the text and also for the merging and conversion to the final presentation PDF-format.University of Pretori

Osteology of the thoracic limb of the African elephant (Loxodonta africana)

The forelimb bones of 8 elephants (7 adults, 1 juvenile) were studied. In addition, the bones of the digits were dissected and studied in situ in a mature specimen. The scapula, humerus and bones of the antebrachium (particularly the ulna) are massive in comparison to the short, relatively small bones of the manus. There are 8 carpal bones, 5 metacarpal bones and 5 digits. Digits 2-4 consist of 3 phalanges each. The 5th digit consists of 2 phalanges, while the 1st is represented by a single phalanx which is tusk-like and pointed. The distal phalanges of digits 2-4 are very small and do not articulate with the middle phalanges. The proximal sesamoids are well developed and are present on the palmar aspect of all 5 metacarpophalangeal joints. All the bones are illustrated from at least 2 aspects.The articles have been scanned in colour with a HP Scanjet 5590; 600dpi. Adobe Acrobat XI Pro was used to OCR the text and also for the merging and conversion to the final presentation PDF-format.mn201

Deep dissections of the veins of the bovine head : unpublished work by Prof. J.M.W. Le Roux (1926-1991)

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Osteology of the pelvic limb of the African elephant (Loxodonta africana)

The pelvic girdle was characterized by large, transversely-placed ilial wings. The femur was the longest bone of the skeleton and its fovea capitis was situated caudomedially between the epiphyseal line and the articular surface of the femoral head. A wedge-shaped patella articulated with the femoral trochlea. The bones of the crus were approximately half as long as the femur and consisted of the sturdy tibia and slender fibula. The condyles of the tibia were concave and the femoro-tibial joint was congruent with rudimentary menisci. The tarsus consisted of seven bones which were arranged in three rows. There were five metatarsal bones. Only four digits were present, the third and fourth consisted of three phalanges each while the second and fourth digits were smaller and consisted of two phalanges each. The first digit was represented by one proximal sesamoid bone only. A large, cartilagenous rod or prehallux was attached to the first tarsal and metatarsal bones. Proximal sesamoid bones were present on the plantar aspect of the trochleae of metatarsal bones 1- V. The pes was found to be digitigrade and the digits rested on a thick pad of elastic connective tissue and fat.The articles have been scanned in colour with a HP Scanjet 5590; 600dpi. Adobe Acrobat XI Pro was used to OCR the text and also for the merging and conversion to the final presentation PDF-format.mn201

Bone

Describes the bone structure and function as an internal support system. The focus of the video is mainly on the horse.Originally issued on videocassette in 1988. Converted to DVD in 2013 by University of Pretoria, Dept. for Education Innovation.Written and presented by Malie M.S. Smuts ; graphic illustrations, Christine Seegers ; camera, Abie Coetsee [and]Cobus Zwennis ; editing and sound, Stephanie Pond.ab201

A journey through the intestinal tract of the horse

An animated look at the intestinal tract of the horse presented by Professor VAN . The video examines the various organs and how food moves through the intestinal tract of the horse.VHS videorecording converted to MP4 fileA VideoTuks productionPresented by Professor VAN ; script, Malie Smuts ; art work, Christine Seegers ; voice, Malcolm Gooding ; camera, Stephanie Pond, John Ungerer, Cobus Zwennis ; editing, John Ungerer [and] Stephanie Pond ; final mix, John Ungerer.ab201

Reis deur die dermkanaal van die perd

'n Animasie weergawe van die ingewande en dermkanaal van die perd aangebied deur Prof. Jan. In die video word verskeie organe en hoe voedsel deur diedermkanaal van die perd beweeg, beskou.A VideoTuks productionVHS videorecording converted to MP4 fileAangebied deur Prof. Jan ; draaiboek, Malie Smuts ; modelle en grafies, Christine Seegers ; stem, Lochner de Kock ; kamera, Stephanie Pond, John Ungerer and Kobus Zwennis ; redigering, John Ungerer and Stephanie Pond.http://innopac.up.ac.za/record=b1892431~S1ab2014ab201

Joints

This video describes the different kinds of joints in animals and their formation during embryological development. The focus is mainly on the horse.VHS videorecording converted to MP4 fileWritten by Malie Smuts [and] W.H. Gerneke ; presented by Malie M.S. Smuts ; graphic illustrations, Christine Seegers ; camera, Stephanie Pond [and] John Ungerer ; editing and sound, Stephanie Pond.ab201

The hoof

Explains the anatomy of the horse's foot and the biomechanics of the actions of the structures within it.VHS videorecording converted to MP4 fileScript [by] Malie M.S. Smuts [and] J.M.W. le Roux; presenter, Malie M.S. Smuts ; graphic illustrations, Christine Seegers ; camera, Stephanie Pond [and] Cobus Zwennis ; editing and sound, Stephanie Pond.ab201