Synovial regeneration in the equine carpus after arthroscopic mechanical or carbon dioxide laser synovectomy.

Objective: To compare synovial regeneration in the equine carpus after mechanical or CO(2) laser synovectomy.

Study Design: Arthroscopic partial synovectomy was performed in the radiocarpal and intercarpal joints.

Sample Population: Twelve horses, 3 to 6 years of age, were randomly divided into 3 groups.