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Overview of Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Multiple Species
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Cattle
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Horses
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Sheep
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Pigs
Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System in Dogs and Cats
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Overview of Congenital and Inherited Anomalies of the Musculoskeletal System

By

Russell R. Hanson

, DVM, DACVS, DACVECC, Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University

Reviewed/Revised Jul 2019 | Modified Nov 2022

Congenital and inherited anomalies can result in the birth of diseased or deformed neonates. Congenital disorders can be due to viral infections of the fetus or to ingestion of toxic plants by the dam at certain stages of gestation. The musculoskeletal system can also be affected by certain congenital neurologic disorders.

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