Use of synthetic ligament for resolution of Achilles tendon rupture in a canine patient

  • Marcelo Miserendino Centro Veterinario Roca

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.19137/cienvet202325208

Keywords:

Achilles tendon, Rupture, Ligament

Abstract

The objective of this work is to present the use of a synthetic ligament for the repair of chronic rupture of the Achilles tendon. A case of a large mixed breed adult canine with plantigrade support of the right hind limb is presented. After performing a detailed physical examination of the area, correlating with anamnesis and taking radiographic plates to rule out bone involvement in the lesion, the diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture was reached. It was decided to establish surgical treatment using a biocompatible synthetic ligament together with an external fixation system to restore the functionality of the limb.

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References

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Declaración de autores: autores del presente caso clínico participaron en la realización y enfoque del mismo. La escritura, revisión y edición del caso estuvo a cargo de todos los autores en partes iguales.

Conflicto de intereses: no existe conflicto alguno de intereses.

Agradecimiento: en especial a María José Miras Trabalón por su enorme asistencia en el trabajo cotidiano de la clínica.
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Published

2023-07-31

How to Cite

Miserendino, M. (2023). Use of synthetic ligament for resolution of Achilles tendon rupture in a canine patient. Ciencia Veterinaria, 25(2), 193–198. https://doi.org/10.19137/cienvet202325208

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Casos clínicos, médicos o quirúrgicos