Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Shoulder fusion surgery fixes congenital shoulder dislocation
By Vasseur, P B·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1990·Department of Surgery, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Arthrodesis for congenital luxation of the shoulder in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 7-month-old Chihuahua was brought in with a dislocated shoulder due to a birth defect. The veterinarian performed a surgical procedure called arthrodesis, which involved fixing the shoulder joint with a special screw. This method is a good option compared to more drastic treatments like removing the joint or amputating the leg. After the surgery, the dog was able to recover well and regain function in the affected leg.
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Abstract
Congenital luxation of the shoulder in a 7-month-old Chihuahua was corrected by use of arthrodesis. A single lag-screw fixation technique was used. Arthrodesis of the shoulder provides a favorable alternative to other salvage techniques such as glenohumeral resection or amputation.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2211296/