Total hip replacement in a cat with contralateral pelvic limb amputation.

Autor: Bourbos, Alexandros, Piana, Francesco, Langley-Hobbs, Sorrel Judith
Zdroj: Journal of Feline Medicine & Surgery Open Reports; Jan-Jun2024, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p1-6, 6p
Abstrakt: Case summary A 10-year-old male neutered domestic shorthair cat, which had previously had its contralateral pelvic limb amputated, was treated for coxofemoral degenerative joint disease (DJD) with a total hip replacement. The long-term outcome was favourable and no complications were recorded. Interestingly, the contralateral coxofemoral joint left at the time of the previous amputation developed DJD and became a source of pain for the cat and was subsequently excised. Relevance and novel information This case report shows that total hip replacement is a viable option in cats with coxofemoral DJD and a contralateral limb amputation. Retained joints in amputated limbs may develop osteoarthritis and be a source of pain for a cat. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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