Sternal wound reconstruction with transverse locking plate fixation in two dogs
Adrien Aertsens1, Dory Enright1, Alec Sherman2
1College of Veterinary Medicine, Hixson- Lied Small Animal Hospital, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, USA.
Veterinary Surgery : VS
|November 12, 2025
Summary
A transverse locking plate provided a safe and effective sternal repair in two dogs after large sternectomy. This technique offers excellent outcomes for complex thoracic wall defects.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Large sternectomies for conditions like cancer or infection can result in significant thoracic wall defects.
- Sternal reconstruction after extensive resection presents a surgical challenge, requiring stable and functional repair.
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