Orthopaedic Surgery
Cruciate Rupture
A wide variety of surgical procedures are recognised for the management of cruciate ligament rupture depending on patient size, activity level and financial constraints.
Procedures offered;
– Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy
– Lateral Fabella Suture
– Stifle arthrotomy for biopsy, meniscal assessment and debridement
Patella Luxation
Luxation (abnormal movement) of the patella (knee cap) out of the femoral groove. In small breeds it commonly moves medially where-as in large breeds it commonly moves laterally.
Procedures offered;
– Tibial Crest Transposition
– Tibial Groove Sulcoplasty
– Retinacular imbrication
Femoral Head Necrosis
A painful condition affecting both dogs and cats. The blood supply within the femoral head (ball of the femur) is damaged causing necrosis (death) of the bone.
Procedures Offered;
– Femoral Head and Neck Excision
Fracture Repair
Sadly accidents happen and this may end with broken bones.
Procedures offered;
– Pin and wire
– Plates and screws
– Anatomical and custom plates
If you don’t see a procedure listed please don’t hesitate to get in contact to discuss.