Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat hip dislocation surgery outcomes and complications study
By Knell, Sebastian Christoph et al.·Published in Veterinary and comparative orthopaedics and traumatology : V.C.O.T·2023·Department for Small Animals·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Outcome and Complications following Stabilization of Coxofemoral Luxations in Cats Using a Modified Hip Toggle Stabilization-A Retrospective Multicentre Study.
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Plain-English summary
A group of 32 cats with hip dislocations underwent a surgical procedure called mini-Tight Rope stabilization to fix their hips. After the surgery, some cats experienced complications, including suture failures and the development of moderate-to-severe arthritis in their hips. However, most owners reported that their cats had excellent outcomes and were doing well after the procedure. To reduce the risk of complications, using a double-loop suture is recommended for better stability.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES:  The main aim of this study was to report the surgical technique, the complications and the clinical outcomes of the mini-Tight Rope system (mini-TR) for a modified hip toggle stabilization of coxofemoral luxation in cats. STUDY DESIGN:  A multicentre retrospective study. ANIMALS:  Thirty-two client-owned cats. METHODS:  Medical records (2009-2017) of cats, which underwent stabilization of a coxofemoral luxation with the mini-TR and had at least a 3-month follow-up, were reviewed. The femoral tunnel diameter, the use of one or two FiberWire loops, perioperative complications and clinical outcomes were recorded. Follow-up information was obtained through clinical and radiographic examinations and an owner questionnaire. RESULTS:  Thirty-two cats met the inclusion criteria. Concurrent injuries were present in 16 cats. A single or double loop mini-TR was used in 21 and 12 cats respectively. One double loop (1/12 cats) and four single loop (4/16 cats) sutures failed. Moderate-to-severe coxofemoral osteoarthritis developed in 14/27 cats. Owner questionnaires revealed excellent clinical outcomes. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE:  Mini-TR with a double-stranded implant is recommended to decrease the risk of suture failure. Osteoarthritis is common after open reduction of hip luxations.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37116537/