Tarsus

Question 1

Perry
Calcaneal Fx in Non-racing
VetSurg 2017

Answer 1

Complications 61%
~screws and plates = less complications
~Non-sight hounds = less poor outcomes
~Major complications = poor outcome 13x

Question 2

Central Trasal Bone Fractures

Answer 2

I: Non-displaced Dorsal slab
II: Displaced Dorsal Slab
III: Displaced Medial fragment
IV: Medial and Dorsal Slab
V: Comminuted

Question 3

Normal standing angle of tarsus

Answer 3

Dog 135-145 degrees

Cats 115-125 degrees