Skeletal tumors can be benign or malignant (cancerous). They can either begin in the bone or spread from other areas of the body. The most common primary bone tumor is osteosarcoma of the radius, humerus, femur, or tibia. Signs include lameness, bone swelling, and fractures of the...
The most common primary bone tumor is osteosarcoma of the radius, humerus, femur, or tibia. Signs include lameness, bone swelling, and fractures of the bone that are not caused by injury. X-rays of the affected limb can help confirm the diagnosis. Chest x-rays should be performed to...
I don’t know many dogs who have undergone TTA, but it is usually performed on medium to larger-sized dogs. A cut is made in the front of the tibia, advanced forward, and the patella is realigned. Various accouterments including a bone spacer, plate, and screws secure this new positio...
Displacement of the kneecap is often associated with multiple deformities of the hindlimb, involving the hip joint, femur, and tibia. The condition can also lead to cartilage and ligament injuries in the knee. Affected animals are lame or walk with a skipping gait. Dogs of any ...