Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How to use casts and splints for pet fractures?
By Oakley, R E·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·1999·Veterinary Specialty Hospital of the Carolinas, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: External coaptation.
Plain-English summary
When a pet has a broken bone, the main goal is to help them heal quickly and regain full use of their limb while avoiding complications. This can be achieved by carefully assessing the pet and the fracture, selecting the right repair method, and providing proper care. Using casts or splints can be effective for healing, but it's important to apply them correctly and monitor the pet closely. If done right, using these methods can lead to successful recovery.
Abstract
The goal of any method of fracture repair should be the early return of total limb function and the prevention of fracture disease. This can be accomplished through adhering to the basic principles of good patient and fracture assessment, choosing the correct method of fracture repair, and appropriate patient care. The complications of external coaptation can be minimized by appropriate patient and fracture assessment as well as correct cast and splint application. Choosing external coaptation as a method of fracture repair can be rewarding as long as the appropriate steps are taken to ensure success.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10503285/