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sesamoid bone [′ses·ə‚mȯid ‚bōn] (medicine) A small bone developed in a tendon subjected to much pressure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Early Ronan, a filly trained by Gary Stute, fractured sesamoids in her left foreleg while working out on the main track. FELLED FAVORITE: Mazel Trick, who broke down in training for Sunday's Pacific Classic at Del Mar, underwent 2-1/2 hours of surgery Friday morning in La Jolla to repair the fractured sesamoids in his right foreleg. ``I knew the sesamoids (small bones in the ankle) weren't broken, because he wasn't standing on the ankle. |
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