USE OF INTERLOCKING NAILS FOR REPAIR OF HUMERAL AND TIBIAL SHAFT FRACTURES UNDER IMAGE INTENSIFIER IN DOGS
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Date
2005
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Anand Agricultural University, Anand
Abstract
A clinical study on use of interlocking nail fixation for treatment of
humeral and tibial shaft fracture with the use of image intensifier was conducted in 8
dogs. Eligibility criteria for inclusion were preoperative evaluation of radiographs to
access type and configuration of fracture. The effectiveness of the treatment modality
was judged on the basis of time to initial weight bearing, by radiological evaluation of
bridging callus (around the three sides of the bone) at an interval of 4 weeks, time
required for bone healing, limb usage and complete range of motion of limb and by
noting the complications if any
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Veterinary Surgery, Study