Multiple rib fracture in a neonatal foal using a nylon strand suture repair technique |
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Authors: | Kraus Beth M Richardson Dean W Sheridan Georgiana Wilkins Pamela A |
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Affiliation: | Department of Clinical Studies, New Bolton Center, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square, PA 19348, USA. bkraus@vet.upenn.edu |
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Abstract: | OBJECTIVES: To report rib fracture repair using the Securos Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair System (SCCLRS; Securos Veterinary Orthopedics, Charlton, MA) in a neonatal foal. STUDY DESIGN: Case report. ANIMALS: A 1-day-old Standardbred foal with fracture of left ribs 2-9. METHODS: Four days after admission the foal was anesthetized and rib fractures were repaired using open reduction and the SCCLRS. RESULTS: Rib fractures were successfully stabilized and the foal was discharged 7 days postoperatively without further complications. CONCLUSIONS: The SCCLRS provided a straightforward, effective method of rib fracture repair in neonatal foals. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Effective rib fracture repair in neonatal foals can be achieved with the SCCLRS. |
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Keywords: | thoracic injury rib fracture open reduction internal fixation Securos Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair System neonatal foal horse |
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