Retrospective multicentre evaluation of common calcaneal tendon injuries in 66 cats. Part 2: treatment, complications and outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The aims of the second part of this retrospective multicentre study were to describe the surgical techniques used in the treatment of common calcaneal tendon (CCT) injuries, and evaluate the short- and long-term outcomes and complications.

Methods

The medical records of five different small animal referral centres and veterinary teaching hospitals between 2010 and 2020 were reviewed. Surgical vs conservative treatment was evaluated. Treatment type, type of postoperative immobilisation, and short- and long-term outcomes and complications were recorded. Minor complications were defined as not requiring surgical intervention. Long-term outcome was evaluated by an owner questionnaire.

Results

Sixty-six cats met the inclusion criteria. Mean time to surgery was 9

SUBMITTER: Haußler TC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10812042 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature