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Talocalcaneal luxation: An anatomic and clinical study
M J Gorse1, P T Purinton, R C Penwick
1Department of Small Animal Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens 30602.
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|November 1, 1990
Summary
Talocalcaneal luxation in dogs involves the talocalcaneal joint. Surgical repair using screws or wires, or external coaptation, often restores function, with most dogs returning to normal activity levels.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Orthopedics
- Canine Anatomy
- Surgical Procedures
Background:
- Talocalcaneal luxation is a challenging condition in dogs.
- Understanding the talocalcaneal joint's anatomy is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
- Ligamentous structures stabilize the talocalcaneal joint, which is a low-motion articulation.