Osteochondritis dissecans of the lateral ridge of the talus in a dog

J Am Vet Med Assoc. 1988 Nov 15;193(10):1284-6.

Abstract

Osteochondral fragments, which originated from the proximolateral ridge of the talus, were discovered in an 8-month-old Rottweiler. A large fragment was reattached, using a lag screw and wire. Microscopic examination of a small fragment suggested the lesion resulted from osteochondritis dissecans. Stabilization of the major fragment resulted in acceptable joint function.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dog Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Dog Diseases / surgery*
  • Dogs
  • Male
  • Osteochondritis / veterinary*
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans / diagnostic imaging
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans / surgery
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans / veterinary*
  • Radiography
  • Talus / diagnostic imaging
  • Talus / surgery*