Transfixation pinning of proximal tibial fractures in calves

Tibial fractures in three newborn beef calves were reduced and stabilized by transfixation pinning. Return to normal function was rapid in two calves. One calf acquired septic arthritis of the stifle and was later euthanatized; however, the fracture had healed. Good radiographic and clinical evidence of stability was evident in 4 to 6 weeks, at which time the pins were removed.