Short-term outcome after treatment of talocrural instability in cats using modified type II transarticular external skeletal fixation
Shaaban Gadallah,
Mohamed El-Sunsafty,
Ahmed Sharshar
et al.
Abstract:Transarticular external skeletal fixation (TESF) is repeatedly used for temporary stabilisation of tarsal joint in cats. Hence, this study aimed to evaluate the use of temporary modified type II TESF for management of talocrural instability (TCI) in cats without joint arthrodesis and to rate short-term outcomes and complications. Medical records of all cats treated for TCI between January 2012 and December 2021 were reviewed. Information was collected including signalment, degree of lameness, type of TCI, acco… Show more
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