Use of conventional arthrotomy for correction of elbow dysplasia in dogs
Keywords:
Elbow, Dysplasia, Fragmentation, CanineAbstract
Elbow dysplasia is defined by abnormal development of the elbow joint, the most common presentation being dysplasia due to fragmentation of the medial coronoid process. The diagnosis is based on clinical examination and imaging tests such as radiography, computed tomography, scintigraphy and magnetic resonance imaging. In milder cases, conservative treatment is indicated, however, in most cases surgical treatment is recommended. The aim of this study was to report the surgical procedure for subtotal coronoidectomy to correct fragmentation of the medial coronoid process in a dog. A canine, female, five-month-old American Bully patient was referred to the Veterinary Metropolitan Hospital, diagnosed with fragmentation of the medial coronoid process of the left thoracic limb performed by radiological and tomographic evaluation. In addition, complementary hematological, biochemical, electrocardiogram and echocardiogram tests were also sent. By examining the exams, surgical treatment using the conventional arthrotomy technique was recommended. Ten days after the surgical procedure, the patient had normal walking, without pain and lameness. The tutor was instructed to follow the animal every three weeks for 90 days. In addition, restriction of physical activities during the six-week period was recommended. After three months, the patient had a good quality of life with normal walking without signs of lameness. With this, it can be concluded that the surgical treatment of the fragmentation of the medial coronoid process using the conventional arthrotomy technique proved to be effective, with satisfactory results for the patient, allowing the functional return of the affected limb in the short term.
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