SURGICAL CORRECTION OF TRAUMATIC PATELLAR LUXATION IN AN EURASIAN LYNX (LYNX LYNX)

Abstract

The aim of this report is to describe the successful surgical repair of a traumatic medial patellar luxation in a 4-yr-old female Eurasian lynx ( Lynx lynx ). The animal presented with hind limb lameness. Physical and radiographic examinations were performed under sedation. After diagnosing a medial patellar luxation, surgical repair was recommended. A combination of soft tissue reconstructive techniques was used to repair the medial patellar luxation. The limb was not immobilized postoperatively, but the animal was confined to a cage for 1 mo. The recovery was uneventful and return to normal activity was observed within 1 mo. Soft tissue reconstructive techniques can be used as the only surgical treatment for the repair of a traumatic patellar luxation in both domestic and wild animals.

Cefovecin pharmacokinetics after single‐dose intramuscular administration in cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus)

“…However, its properties and efficacy can vary widely with taxon, necessitating rigorous evaluation in the target species to demonstrate its effectiveness and justify its use (García‐Párraga et al, 2016; Lee et al, 2016; Nardini et al, 2014; Steeil et al, 2014; Sypniewski et al, 2017; Thuesen et al, 2009). Cefovecin use has been reported in a variety of non‐domestic felids—including caracals, tigers, lions, an ocelot, lynx, and bobcats—with minimal to no adverse effects reported (Bertelsen et al, 2010; DeFrancisco & Stern, 2013; Devesa‐Garcia et al, 2016; Marti et al, 2019; Mejia‐Fava et al, 2015; Sadler et al, 2016; Schrader et al, 2012; Silva et al, 2013; Steeil et al, 2012). In exotic felids, its uses have included conservative treatment of pyothorax, adjunctive therapy for septic peritonitis subsequent to pyometra, and post‐operative antimicrobial prophylaxis.…”