Veterinary
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April 2022
There are a number of possible causes of bone deformities in animals, the two most common being a genetic disorder and injury (trauma). Limb deformities can be managed conservatively, by growth acceleration, growth retardation, or in severe or late diagnosed cases by combining these techniques. Once the growth plate has closed, correction can only be achieved by a corrective osteotomy technique.- myAO clinical roundup on small animal fracture management Fracture management in small animals presents unique challenges—not only in achieving stable fixation and promoting healing, but also […]
- Highlights from the myAO VET community in 2024 As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the moments that shaped the myAO […]
- Your profile is becoming a central part of the myAO experience, reflecting your achievements and contributions in the surgical world. Your myAO profile is now an outstanding means to […]
January 2022
If something goes wrong with small animal fractures, early recognition and proper management is important and can be crucial in order to win the game in face of a complication.- On the road to more relevant knowledge recommendations Content is King Surgeon’s continuous updating of knowledge and technology is the embodiment and requirement of professionalism. This statement […]
March 2023
Bone deformity in animals can be caused by a range of factors, including injury and developmental abnormalities. Corrective treatments can include surgical procedures such as osteotomy or the use of corrective braces and splints. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around deformities correction.- myAO Editor’s Pick on correction of pectus excavatum In this month’s Editor’s Pick, myAO is featuring the winning case of the myAO VET competition. We thank all the […]
November 2022
Various fixation methods have been successfully applied to the repair of distal humeral fractures in dogs. These include minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO), open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) with plate and screw constructs or combinations of pins, screws and wire, external skeletal fixation (ESF), intramedullary pinning (IMP), and cross-pin fixation.
