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Coxal dysplasia in a pig. A case report
Nordisk Veterinaermedicin
|September 1, 1978
Summary
Congenital hip dysplasia was identified in a test pig. Radiological, macroscopic, and microscopic examinations confirmed this developmental abnormality.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Pathology
- Comparative Anatomy
Background:
- Congenital hip dysplasia is a common developmental condition in various species.
- Accidental findings in research animals can provide valuable insights into disease processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a case of hip joint deformity in a test pig.
- To determine the etiology of the observed hip joint abnormality.
Main Methods:
- Radiological examination of the affected hip joint.
- Macroscopic (gross) examination of the joint.
- Microscopic (histopathological) examination of joint tissues.
Main Results:
- The hip joint exhibited significant deformities.
- Examinations indicated a developmental origin for the condition.
- Histopathology revealed characteristic changes of hip dysplasia.
Conclusions:
- The observed hip deformity in the test pig is attributed to congenital hip dysplasia.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing developmental orthopedic conditions in research animals.