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KMID : 1094020170340060454
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Journal of Veterinary Clinics
2017 Volume.34 No. 6 p.454 ~ p.458
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Micro Total Hip Replacement in Two Dogs with Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
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Roh Yoon-Seok
Heo Su-Young
Yoon Jang-Won
Park Ji-Young
Jeong Seong-Mok
Lee Hae-Beom
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Abstract
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A Maltese (case 1) and a Pomeranian (case 2) presented with acute right and left hind limb weight-bearing lameness. On physical examination, they exhibited severe pain and crepitus on the coxofemoral joint of affected hind limb. In addition, decreased thigh girth measurements were noted compared with the opposite leg. Radiological exam revealed necrotic areas in the femoral head of affected hind limb. These dogs were diagnosed with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (LCPD). The dogs underwent micro total hip replacement (THR). After surgery, at 3 years (case 1) and 7 months (case 2), both dogs recovered normal activity. The thigh girth and lameness scores were apparently improved in the affected limbs of both dogs. No complications of prosthesis implants, such as loosening, were noted. The clinical outcomes of these cases indicate that dogs with LCPD can be successfully treated with micro THR and have a good prognosis immediately after surgery.
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KEYWORD
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legg-calve-perthes disease, femoral head and neck osteotomy, micro total hip replacement, small breed dog
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