Diaphyseal fractures of radius and/or ulna

Question 1

Diaphyseal fractures of ulna? treatment?

Answer 1

Usually occurs with radial fractures

in dogs: stabilization of radius usually enough
in cats: must stabilize ulna too

Question 2

Diaphyseal/metaphyseal fractures in small breed dogs?

Answer 2

• consider internal fixation as first line
• titanium implants - less stress protection
• locking plate and screws - screws less likely to loosen
• chose a plate that spans the entire length of the bone
• consider bone grafting if available