Decision making in the managemnent of canine hip dysplasia

Abstract

CANINE hip dysplasia is an abnormal development of the hip joint. Despite efforts to reduce its incidence by radiographic screening and controlled breeding programmes, it is still a common clinical problem. Whether dealing with a young dog with lax, subluxating hips or an adult animal with advanced osteoarthritis, the same dilemma often faces the clinician ‐ will surgery benefit the patient and, if so, which procedure is most appropriate?