Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Treatment of traumatic cranial fracture with sonic activated polymer pins and plates resorbable implants in a dog.
- Journal:
- Schweizer Archiv fur Tierheilkunde
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Salmina, A G et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Small Animals
Plain-English summary
This case report discusses a 10-year-old medium-sized mixed-breed dog that suffered a serious head injury from a horse kick, resulting in multiple fractures in the skull. The veterinarians used special implants that dissolve over time and are activated by ultrasound to help repair the fractures. This approach is designed to support healing without leaving permanent materials in the dog's body. The treatment was successful in addressing the dog's injuries.
Abstract
The case report describes the use of ultrasound-activated resorbable implants for surgical repair of comminuted cranial fractures in a 10 years old medium sized mix-breed dog being injured from a horse kick.
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