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Bilateral angular carpal deformity in a dog with craniomandibular osteopathy
R Pettitt1, R Fox, E J Comerford
1University of Liverpool, Small Animal Teaching Hospital, Leahurst Campus, Chester High Street, Neston, Wirral, Cheshire, CH64 7TE, United Kingdom. r.a.pettitt@liverpool.ac.uk
Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology : V.C.O.T
|February 28, 2012
Summary
This study details a West Highland White Terrier with craniomandibular osteopathy, presenting with carpal deformities and mandibular/calvarial thickening. Surgical intervention corrected the limb deformities, confirming the diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Canine Orthopedics
- Comparative Pathology
Background:
- Craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO) is a non- संक्रामक, inflammatory bone disease affecting the mandible and calvarium in young dogs.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing CMO and its associated orthopedic complications.
Observation:
- A four-month-old West Highland White Terrier presented with bilateral angular carpal deformity (20° valgus) and thickened distal ulnas.
- Radiographs revealed periosteal new bone formation on the ulna, central physeal closure, humeroulnar subluxation, and characteristic changes in the calvarium and mandible.
Findings:
- Radiographic and histological findings confirmed craniomandibular osteopathy.
- The dog exhibited clinical signs of pain on mandibular palpation and elbow joint manipulation.
Implications:
- Bilateral ulna ostectomy successfully corrected the angular limb deformity and elbow subluxations.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing the orthopedic manifestations of CMO in young dogs.
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