Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Medical and surgical management of traumatic elbow luxation in a juvenile ferret.
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Hermann, Bernadette A et al.
- Affiliation:
- Veterinary Emergency Service · United States
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Elbow luxation is a common orthopedic injury in the ferret. The injury is usually caused by trauma but can also occur spontaneously. The most successful treatment involves a combination of surgical and medical intervention. Surgical treatment includes open reduction of the elbow joint and stabilization with orthopedic implants. Medical treatment includes external coaptation, analgesia, and prevention of infection. Owner compliance also plays an important role in return to full function of the luxated ferret elbow joint.
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