Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Partial carpal joint surgery with mini-plates for cats with wrist
By Mathis, Karl R & Voss, Katja·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2015·University of Sydney, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Partial carpal arthrodesis using a medially applied mini-plate in three cats with carpometacarpal hyperextension injury.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Three cats with injuries to their wrist joints (carpus) were treated for hyperextension, which means their wrists were bent too far back. The veterinarians performed a surgery called partial carpal arthrodesis, which helps stabilize the joint while still allowing some movement in the wrist. They used a special mini-plate to support the joint during healing. This surgical method proved to be safe and effective, helping the cats recover from their injuries and regain function in their front legs.
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Abstract
Hyperextension injury to the feline carpus usually results in disruption of the palmar ligament support at the level of the carpometacarpal joint. Treatment options include pancarpal or partial carpal arthrodesis. Partial carpal arthrodesis preserves range of motion of the antebrachiocarpal joint, and pronation and supination of the forearm. The surgical technique and three cases of partial carpal arthrodesis using medially applied mini-plates are described. Partial carpal arthrodesis of the feline carpus using medially applied mini-plates may be a safe and effective treatment for hyperextension injury to the carpometacarpal joints.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25204454/