Comparative evaluation of interlocking nailing alone and in combination with Beta–Tricalcium Phosphate (β-TCP) for management of long bone fracture in dogs
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2023-04
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LUVAS Hisar
Abstract
The objective of this research was to determine whether beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP)
might be used to enhance fracture healing following interlocking nail stabilisation. Twelve dogs with
long bone fractures, regardless of age, breed, or sex, were divided into two groups at random. Six
randomly chosen animals from group I underwent interlocking nailing, whereas six animals from group
II underwent interlocking nailing as well as the application of β-TCP to the fracture site. On the day of
presentation, a detailed clinical history was taken, and radiographic, haematological, biochemical, and
clinical examinations were performed before surgery as well as on the 15th, 30th, and 60th postoperative
days. At different intervals, group II performed better than group I in terms of weight bearing when
walking and standing. The higher bone union and bone formation scores (BFS and BUS, respectively)
were seen in group II compared to group I. In group II, the stage of bone union and functional limb
usage was achieved earlier as compare to group I. The haemato-biochemical and physiological
parameters did not differ significantly between the groups. Also, the complications identified in this
analysis included suture dehiscence, delayed healing, screw loosening, and suture tract infection.
According to the findings of the current study, interlocking nailing combined with the application of βTCP was found to be more effective than interlocking nailing alone in the management of long bone
fracture in dogs