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Distal Humeral Salter Harris (Type II) Fracture Repair by an Ulnar Osteotomy Approach in a Horse
Veterinary Surgery August 2010 39 6 729-32
Objectives: To report repair of a comminuted distal humeral type II Salter–Harris fracture using an ulnar osteotomy approach and locking compression plates (LCP).
Study Design: Case report.
Animal: A 3-month-old Standardbred filly with a type II Salter–Harris fracture of the distal humerus.
Methods: Radiographic and computed tomography examinations were performed to assist surgical planning. The distal humeral fracture was approached by an ulnar osteotomy and repaired using a 7-hole broad LCP and screws inserted in lag fashion. The osteotomy was subsequently repaired using a 7-hole narrow LCP.
Results: The distal humeral fracture was successfully approached and stabilized by an ulnar osteotomy approach. At 6-month follow-up, the filly was ambulating comfortably with a normal cosmetic appearance.
Conclusions: An ulnar osteotomy approach was readily performed and allowed for repair of a type II Salter–Harris fracture of the distal humerus.
Clinical Relevance: The equine distal humerus can be accessed readily using an ulnar osteotomy approach. LCPs allow for repair of complicated fractures that have previously been associated with a grave prognosis.
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