Friction Knots for ligating Pedicles
We all have our favorites but maybe try a few new ones if you have not already. The Miller’s knot, modified Miller’s knot (strangle knot) and surgeon’s knot are all […]
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When puppies and kittens present to veterinarians with a fracture of the humerus or femur.
Very young patients can present to your clinic with a diaphyseal humeral or femoral. Unfortunately, they may not have an owner or the budget to have the fracture properly repaired.
The FHO: Did I remove enough neck?
This video blog is a continuation of the case that we presented on April 16, 2025. A young Husky patient that was diagnosed with hip dysplasia as a puppy and
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How to manage the little dog with the fractured radius!
The small breed dogs that present to you with a fracture of the radius and ulna are typically young (although not exclusively) and have likely fractured their limb by jumping
8 Helpful Hints for Finding the Linea Alba
Because you asked! The linea alba can sometimes be elusive; even to a seasoned surgeon. Yet because finding the linea alba is the start point of any surgery and a
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Do puppies and kittens with physeal fractures always need surgery?
Fractures of the physes are always best managed surgically. The more common physeal fractures involve the growth plates of the distal and proximal (head) femur as well as the distal
Treatment options for a luxated hip.
This video blog is a continuation of the case that we presented on April 16, 2025.
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Do all articular fractures in dogs and cats need surgery?
All articular fractured should be surgically repaired. I could stop right here but I am feeling compelled to have a certain number of words on the page in order to
An FHO Complication: How to manage it and how to prevent it
Dr Sylvestre uses this case that was sent to her for advice as a teaching tool for anyone who does and/or simply deals with FHO cases. The patient is a
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Fractures of the paws in dogs and cats do not need surgery
Fractures of the paw involve any or all of the bones of the paws that can be managed with splinting. If the metacarpals/metatarsals are fractured then the carpus/tarsus should be