Its walls are formed by the diseased secreting membrane of the bursal sac, and are readily detachable from the subcutis of the skin.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
If the distended sheath, or bursal enlargement, is caused by a direct injury or strain, cold bandages should be applied and the part given as complete rest as possible.
"Common Diseases of Farm Animals"
R. A. Craig, D. V. M.
The treatment of bursal enlargements is surgical.
"Common Diseases of Farm Animals"
R. A. Craig, D. V. M.