Intramedullary interlocking nailing for diaphyseal fractures of humerus in dogs: A clinical study
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C. Premsairam
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana-141 004 (Punjab)
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Tarunbir Singh
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana-141 004 (Punjab)
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Ashwani Kumar
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana-141 004 (Punjab)
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Shashi Kant Mahajan
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana-141 004 (Punjab)
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Jitender Mohindroo
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana-141 004 (Punjab)
Keywords:
Dog, Humerus fractures, Intramedullary Interlocking Nail, Neuropraxia, OsteomyelitisAbstract
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of intramedullary interlocking nailing in the stabilization of diaphyseal humeral fractures in eight dogs. Preoperative clinical, orthopaedic, and neurological examinations revealed poor functional limb use accompanied by neuropraxia in all cases. Fractures were classified based on radiographic evaluation, followed by surgical stabilization using the intramedullary interlocking nailing technique. Postoperative management included administration of analgesics and antibiotics, along with temporary limb immobilization using a modified Robert Jones bandage. Postoperative assessment, based on clinical and radiographic findings, demonstrated excellent functional outcomes with improved range of motion in five dogs. Complications such as osteomyelitis, screw dislodgement, and implant breakage were observed in three cases; however, these did not significantly impair limb function. In conclusion, intramedullary interlocking nailing provided effective fracture stabilization and healing.
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