Evaluation of the mini T-plate for fixation of distal radial fractures in puppies and small breed dogs
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K. Rajavardan
P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500030 (Telangana)
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E.L. Chandrasekhar
P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500030 (Telangana)
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K.B.P. Raghavender
P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500030 (Telangana)
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G. Purushotham
P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500030 (Telangana)
Keywords:
Biochemical evaluation, Bone healing, Distal radial fractures, Dogs, Internal fixation, Mini T-platesAbstract
The present clinical study was conducted on six young dogs presented with distal radial fractures. The fractures were treated by internal fixation using 2.0 mm or 2.7 mm mini T-plates. Fractures stabilized with 2.0 mm or 2.7 mm mini T-plates produced rigid fixation in all the six dogs. Immediate postoperative radiographic examination showed good apposition and alignment of the fracture fragments in all the six dogs. Follow-up radiographs revealed primary bone healing with minimal callus formation. The serum alkaline phosphatase and calcium values increased significantly from day 0 to day 14, and thereafter returned to normal values by 45th postoperative day. From the present study it was concluded that the mini T-plates provided satisfactory stabilization of distal radial fractures in small dogs particularly when the distal fragment was small.
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