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  • Veterinary Orthopedics
  • Bovine Fracture Management
  • Surgical Techniques

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  • Optimal treatment outcomes for bovine fractures lack established evidence-based criteria.
  • Internal fixation techniques are widely used for long bone fractures in cattle.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current surgical options for bovine long bone fractures.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of different fixation methods in cattle.

Main Methods:

  • Review of internal fixation techniques (plates, screws, intramedullary pins).
  • Assessment of external fixation for comminuted fractures.
  • Consideration of newly introduced locking plates.

Main Results:

  • Plates and screws effectively manage long bone fractures in calves and adult cattle.
  • Intramedullary pins are suitable for humerus and femur fractures in calves.
  • External fixation remains indicated for comminuted fractures in heavy cattle.
  • Locking plates improve treatment options but are limited by cost and prognosis.

Conclusions:

  • Current surgical methods offer viable options for bovine fractures.
  • Cost and prognosis are critical factors in selecting advanced fixation techniques like locking plates.