Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat recovery and complications after both hip bone removals in one
By Brasali, Hania et al.·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2024·Surgery Department, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Clinical perioperative outcomes in 39 cats after single session bilateral femoral head and neck excision.
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Plain-English summary
Thirty-nine cats with hip joint problems underwent a surgery called bilateral femoral head and neck excision (FHNE) to help them feel better. Most of these cats had a specific issue known as slipped capital femoral epiphysis. After the surgery, all cats were able to go home within 48 hours, and while there was one major complication and a few minor ones, nearly all cats returned to their normal activities after two weeks. This surgery proved to be a good option for treating their hip issues, allowing them to recover quickly.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to evaluate the perioperative outcomes and complications of single session bilateral femoral head and neck excision (FHNE) in cats for treatment of bilateral coxofemoral joint disease. METHODS: The medical records of cats undergoing a single session bilateral FHNE were identified and the history, signalment, diagnosis, surgery reports, anesthetic records, postoperative radiographs, postoperative examinations, complications and outcomes were recorded. RESULTS: A total of 39 cats undergoing a single session bilateral FHNE were included. Bilateral slipped capital femoral epiphysis was the most commonly diagnosed etiology. All cats were discharged within 48 h of the procedure. One major complication and five minor complications were reported. All but one cat returned to normal activity and no owners reported concerns after the 2-week postoperative recheck. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: Single session bilateral FHNE is a viable surgical option for the treatment of bilateral coxofemoral disease in cats that results in a quick return to function, especially when other options are not indicated, available or affordable.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39287431/