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Sartorius muscle contracture in a German shepherd dog
Alessandro Spadari1, Giuseppe Spinella, Maria Morini
1Veterinary Clinical Department-Surgical Section, Bologna University, Bologna, Italy.
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|February 7, 2008
Summary
Sartorius muscle contracture in dogs is rare and can be mistaken for gracilis muscle contracture. Tenectomy offers initial relief, but recurrence is possible due to scarring.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Orthopedics
- Canine Musculoskeletal Disorders
Background:
- Sartorius muscle contracture is an uncommon condition in dogs.
- This case report details a German Shepherd with hindlimb lameness due to sartorius muscle contracture.
Observation:
- A 5-year-old German Shepherd presented with a 2-month history of right hindlimb lameness.
- The dog was treated with tenectomy of the caudal sartorius muscle.
Findings:
- Complete remission of lameness occurred one month post-surgery.
- However, partial reunion of the sartorius muscle and onset of gracilis muscle contracture were noted at 12 months.
Implications:
- Sartorius muscle contracture may be confused with gracilis muscle contracture, necessitating careful anatomical knowledge and palpation for diagnosis.
- While tenectomy is a viable treatment, strategies to prevent recurrence from scarring are needed.
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