Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Toy Poodle puppy with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
By Viktoras Sinkevičius et al.·Published in Open Veterinary Journal·2025·Šiaulių str. 7, LY·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Platelet-rich plasma application for the management of early-stage Canine Legg-calve-perthes disease: A clinical case report
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
An 11-month-old female Toy Poodle was brought to the vet for limping in her back leg due to early-stage Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, which had not improved with pain medications. The veterinarian treated her with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections directly into the joint. After 44 days, the Poodle showed significant improvement, with less limping, reduced pain, and even increased muscle mass. This treatment helped stop the bone damage and made her much more comfortable.
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Abstract
Background: Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD) is characterized by ischemic necrosis of the femoral head, primarily affecting small breed dogs. Case Description: An 11-month-old, female Toy Poodle presented with hindlimb lameness due to LCPD, previously treated unsuccessfully with NSAIDs. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) was administered intra-articularly. Clinical evaluations included lameness scoring, range of motion (ROM), thigh girth measurements, and radiographic assessment. Conclusion: PRP administration resulted in significant clinical improvement, reduction in lameness, pain relief, cessation of bone lysis, and increased muscle mass by day 44 post-treatment. [Open Vet. J. 2025; 15(10.000): 5415-5419]
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i10.60