Electrocautery technique for proximal tibial epiphysiodesis in Labrador retriever puppies: experimental study

Brienza, Paula Desjardins; Muzzi, Leonardo Augusto Lopes; Junior, Antonio Carlos Cunha Lacreta; Alves, Endrigo Gabellini Leonel; Guimarães, Gregório Corrêa; Muzzi, Ruthnéa Aparecida Lázaro

doi:10.1590/1678-4162-9089

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“…It seems to provide the same final tibial plateau angle in a shorter time. 21 However, we considered it non-applicable in our case as electrocauterizing the early callus could have affected the fracture healing process. Moreover, the screw contributed to the maintenance of reduction, and added stability.…”

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Use of Epiphysiodesis as Treatment for a Proximal Physeal Tibial Fracture in a Dog

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Objective The aim of this study was to describe the use of epiphysiodesis by the means of a screw to treat a proximal tibial Salter–Harris II fracture associated with a tibial tuberosity avulsion in a 4.5-month-old Airedale Terrier. Study design A healing proximal tibial epiphyseal fracture was observed after a 10-day period. Tibial plateau angle was 40°. The fracture was treated by the insertion of a fluoroscopy-guided 3.5-mm cancellous screw. Results Successful healing of fractures and levelling of tibia plateau were obtained. Final tibial plateau angle was 8°. At long-term follow-up (18 months), owners reported sustained and full functional recovery. Conclusion Prior to ossification of the proximal tibial physis, epiphysiodesis with a screw can be used as a treatment of sub-acute, moderately displaced, Salter–Harris I or II fractures.

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“…Alternatively, proximal tibial epiphysiodesis by electrocauterization has been recently described. 20,21 This procedure is thought to be less invasive than the screw technique, with a lower morbidity. It seems to provide the same final tibial plateau angle in a shorter time.…”

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Use of Epiphysiodesis as Treatment for a Proximal Physeal Tibial Fracture in a Dog

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“…13 Proximal tibial epiphysiodesis has been described as the sole treatment to level the TPA in skeletally immature dogs with CrCL-deficient stifle joints. [13][14][15] In a previous report, intraoperative fluoroscopic assessment ensured appropriate screw placement via an open approach. 5 Our case report describes the first PTE screw placement in a dog using arthroscopic guidance, with good accuracy in screw placement, specifically in its insertion point.…”

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Arthroscopically Guided Proximal Tibial Epiphysiodesis Screw Placement as Treatment of a Bilateral Partial Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in a Juvenile Dog

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This study aimed to describe surgical technique of arthroscopically guided proximal tibial epiphysiodesis screw placement in the treatment of a bilateral partial cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) rupture in a 5.6-month-old Golden Retriever. A 19-kg, 5.6-month-old female Golden Retriever was diagnosed with bilateral partial CrCL rupture. Proximal tibial epiphysiodesis was performed bilaterally under arthroscopic guidance. Arthroscopic stifle joint inspection was performed bilaterally with a 2.7 mm arthroscope. A medial port at the level of the distal one-third of the patella was used as camera portal. A lateral instrument port was positioned at the level of the distal one-third of the patella. A 3.0 mm diameter headless cannulated self-compressive screw was placed into the centre of the tibial cranial intercondyloid area as parallel as possible to the tibial shaft axis under arthroscopic control. Screw head was buried. Arthroscopic guidance allowed good accuracy in screw placement, specifically in its insertion point. However, the screw orientation was less satisfactory. The tibial plateau angle progressively decreased in both stifles to achieve 15 degrees on the left and 16 degrees on the right at the last follow-up. A varus deformity developed on both stifles. No clinical consequences were observed. Recurrence of right pelvic lameness occurred 1 year postoperatively because of a medial meniscal lesion, which necessitated partial caudal meniscectomy. Arthroscopically guided proximal tibial epiphysiodesis is technically feasible and is a minimally invasive treatment of CrCL injury in a juvenile dog.

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Electrocautery technique for proximal tibial epiphysiodesis in Labrador retriever puppies: experimental study

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Use of Epiphysiodesis as Treatment for a Proximal Physeal Tibial Fracture in a Dog

Use of Epiphysiodesis as Treatment for a Proximal Physeal Tibial Fracture in a Dog

Arthroscopically Guided Proximal Tibial Epiphysiodesis Screw Placement as Treatment of a Bilateral Partial Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in a Juvenile Dog

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