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The causes of death in 14 thoroughbred racehorses training and racing in South East Queensland.
| Cause of Death | Number of Horses (%) |
|---|---|
| Proximal sesamoid bone fracture | 5 (36) |
| Humeral fracture | 3 (21) |
| Traumatic injury | 1 (7) |
| Ilial fracture | 1 (7) |
| Third metacarpal bone fracture | 1 (7) |
| Cervical stenotic myelopathy | 1 (7) |
| Total Musculoskeletal injuries | 12 (86) |
| Colitis | 1 (7) |
| Unknown, inconclusive post mortem findings | 1 (7) |
| Total | 14 (100) |
