Post operative stifle range of motion in dogs with medial patellar luxation undergoing either trochlear wedge recession or trochlear block recession surgery

The aim of this study was to evaluate post-operative range motion stifle joints in dogs affected with medial patellar luxation order compare two surgical techniques: trochlear wedge recession vs. block recession. done 67 from 54 small breed (21 Mini-Pinschers, 16 Chihuahuas, 11 Pomeranians and 6 Yorkshire terriers). From these, 31 underwent surgery the other 36: surgery. In surgery, groove deepening by removal a V-shaped wedge, whereas recession, rectangular. Block is suggested provide deeper wider trochlea preservation major part articular cartilage. results that both trochleoplasty techniques resulted reduction joint improvement limb alignment at first month.