Simple techniques for the internal stabilization of fractures andluxations in the sacrococcygeal region in cats and dogs [German]

摘要

Two useful techniques for the repair of caudal sacral fractures and sacrococcygeal fractures/ luxations are described. Pre- and postoperative clinical, neurological and radiological findings in 16 operated animals (13 cats and 3 dogs) were compared with findings in 17 (13 cars and 4 dogs) conservatively treated animals. In the surgically treated patients follow up findings were characterized by absence of hyperesthesia and a higher number of animals with recovered tail function. The authors suggest the use of these techniques in cases of caudal sacral fractures or sacrococcygeal fractures/luxations.