Complications in Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery

Filling a gap in the current literature, [i]Complications in Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery [/i]provides revision strategies for correcting the complications associated with surgical repair techniques for cranial cruciate ligament rupture, one of the most common causes of a hind limb lameness in dogs. Presenting step-by-step instructions for numerous surgical correction techniques, this practical guide covers articular, extra-articular and osteotomy repair techniques as well as non-surgical management, physical rehabilitation, clinical decision making, and more.  The book begins with an overview of cranial cruciate ligament tear, diagnosis, and treatment goals, followed by a discussion of methods for minimizing surgical site infection and complications. Subsequent chapters describe the potential complications of a particular technique and explain how to identify, evaluate, and correct the complication. Throughout the book, hundreds of high-quality clinical photographs show the appearance of complications and demonstrate each step of the corrective procedure. This authoritative guide:  Provides step-by-step techniques for surgical corrections of common complications Emphasizes surgical decision making and specific strategies for surgical correction Contains revision strategies for identification of intra-operative complications Covers evaluation and identification of post-operative complications Features more than 400 photographs and clinical images Part of the[i] [/i]state-of-the-art[i] Advances in Veterinary Surgery [/i]series, [i]Complications in Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery[/i] is an invaluable resource for surgical residents, veterinary surgeons, and general practice veterinarians alike.