J Vet Sci.  2023 Mar;24(2):e28. 10.4142/jvs.22257.

Acute limb shortening and modified pantarsal arthrodesis for the treatment of a highly comminuted distal tibial articular fracture in a dog

• Santos B
• Gordo I
• Mullins R

• KMID: 2541343
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4142/jvs.22257

Abstract

A three-year-old female spayed Lurcher was referred for the treatment of a highly comminuted distal tibial articular fracture. Resection of the area of comminution with a transverse osteotomy of the tibial diaphysis and talar ridges was performed, followed by modified pantarsal arthrodesis and a calcaneotibial screw. The treatment resulted in 7 cm of tibial shortening, equating to a 28% reduction in the total tibial length. Radiographic union of the arthrodesis was successful. Fair use of the pelvic limb was documented long-term. Combined acute limb shortening and modified pantarsal arthrodesis resulted in an acceptable outcome and could be considered in cases of highly comminuted distal tibial fractures.

Keyword

Osteotomy; tarsus; allografts; endoprosthesis; trauma