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Medial plating for carpal panarthrodesis.
Tomás G Guerrero1, Pierre M Montavon
1Department of Small Animal Surgery, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Zurich, Switzerland. tguerrero@vetclinics.unizh.ch
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|April 30, 2005
Summary
A medial dynamic compression plate (DCP) technique for carpal panarthrodesis in dogs is reliable and reproducible. This method offers a valid alternative for treating carpal joint injuries, leading to successful outcomes in most cases.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Orthopedics
- Surgical Techniques
- Canine Biomechanics
Background:
- Carpal joint injuries in dogs often require surgical intervention.
- Panarthrodesis aims to fuse the carpal joint to restore limb function.
- Evaluating novel surgical approaches is crucial for improving treatment outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail a surgical technique for carpal panarthrodesis using a medially applied dynamic compression plate (DCP).
- To assess the clinical and radiographic outcomes of this specific surgical method in dogs.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study reviewing medical records of nine dogs with ten carpal joint injuries.
- Analysis included signalment, injury details, preoperative care, surgical technique, and postoperative results.
- The technique involved medial application of a DCP to the carpal joint.
Main Results:
- Six out of ten arthrodeses had no complications.
- Three dogs required surgical revision due to screw loosening in metacarpal bones.
- One dog experienced lick dermatitis necessitating plate removal.
- All dogs achieved a sound limb post-surgery.
Conclusions:
- Medial DCP application is a reliable and reproducible technique for canine carpal panarthrodesis.
- The plate's position enhances resistance to bending forces, and dynamic compression is achieved.
- This method is a valid alternative for dogs with carpal injuries requiring panarthrodesis.