Repair of fractured capital femoral epiphysis in two sheep

J Am Vet Med Assoc. 1980 Aug 15;177(4):355-8.

Abstract

Fracture of the capital femoral epiphysis occurred in two sheep. Both fractures were repaired via open reduction and lag screw fixation. A craniolateral approach to the hip (modified Watson-Jones) afforded good exposure and allowed manipulation with minimal soft tissue trauma. Rigid internal fixation in each case resulted in good long-term results. It was concluded that repair of this type of fracture in sheep is feasible if the animal is valuable.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Female
  • Femur Head / diagnostic imaging
  • Femur Head / injuries*
  • Hip Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Hip Fractures / surgery
  • Hip Fractures / veterinary*
  • Male
  • Orthopedics / methods
  • Radiography
  • Sheep
  • Sheep Diseases / surgery*