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Aldo Vezzoni, Luca Vezzoni

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Matthew J Allen

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Amy Kapatkin

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23-C3   Multifragmentary complete articular fracture of the distal radius and ulna

General considerations

23-C3 is a multifragmentary articular fracture of the distal epiphysis and metaphysis of the radius and ulna.

Multifragmentary articular fracture of the distal epiphysis and metaphysis of the radius and ulna in the dog

Etiology

This fracture is usually the consequence of high-energy trauma.

This type of fracture may be more frequent in racing greyhounds.

Clinical signs

Clinical signs observed for 23-C3 fractures are:

  • Lameness
  • Pain on manipulation of the carpus
  • Swelling
  • Crepitus

Imaging

Craniocaudal and mediolateral views of the antebrachium are needed.

A CT scan may be helpful in identifying the fractures.

23-C3 fracture in a 3-year-old dog
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