Manejo de la luxación medial de rótula en perros: lo que necesitas saberq
- P. Pérez
- P. Lafuente
ISSN: 1130-7064
Year of publication: 2015
Volume: 35
Issue: 1
Pages: 7-17
Type: Article
More publications in: Clínica veterinaria de pequeños animales: revista oficial de AVEPA, Asociación Veterinaria Española de Especialistas en Pequeños Animales
Abstract
The goal of this review paper is to provide the reader with an overview of the causes, diagnosis and management of one of the most common orthopaedic conditions presenting to the daily practice: medial patella luxation in dogs. The aetiopathogenesis, clinical signs and diagnostic techniques of this pathology, including how to perform a complete orthopaedic examination and diagnostic imaging, are covered. Aditionally, surgical techniques available as treatment for this condition (sulcoplasties, tibial tuberosity transportation, soft tissue techniques), their indications and postoperative management are also discussed.