![]() ![]() Small breed dogs have a poor blood supply to the lower fourth of the radius bone therefore, the radius is susceptible to being fractured. The radius is the main weight-bearing bone the ulna bone is a minor weight-bearing bone. The fore limb has two bones between the wrist (carpus) and the elbow joint called the radius and ulna bones. ![]() Postop care instructions 8 week fracture recheck - catĭownloadable forms for referring veterinarians: Postop care instructions 8 week fracture recheck - dog History form 8-week fracture recheck (in hospital) - dog and cat Postop care instructions 2-week fracture repair recheck - dogĨ-week recheck visit - downloadable forms/information for clients: Postop care instructions 2-week fracture repair recheck - cat History form - 2 week postop (Telemedicine evaluation) - dog and cat History sheet - Client initial consultation historyĬlient education handout - radius/ulnar fracturesĭischarge instructions for postop care with bandage - dogĭischarge instructions for postop care with cast/splint - dogĭischarge instructions for postop care with bandage - catĭischarge instructions for postop care with cast/splint - catĢ-week recheck visit - downloadable forms/information for clients: Initial visit- downloadable forms/information for clients: Surgical fixation of the fractures with plates and screws or with an external skeletal fixator is usually needed for a successful outcome. Small breed dogs have a poor blood supply to the lower fourth of the radius bone, therefore it is more susceptible to being fractured also healing of the fracture can take longer than other bones in the body. The radius is the main weight-supporting bone the ulna bone supports very little weight. ![]()
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