Treatment of coxofemoral luxations by new modified toggle pin technique in cats

It was evaluated of early stage results using new modified toggle pin technique in treatment of craniodorsal coxofemoral luxations in cats which appears to be technically easy and quick. The material of the study consisted of 9 cats diagnosed with coxofemoral luxation as a result of orthopedic and radiological examination brought to the Animal Hospital of Firat University with the complaint of hind limp lamenness. The craniolateral surgical approach has been choosed for providing adequate exposure of acetabulum and femoral head. Clinical and radiological examination were performed for all cases at weeks 1,2 and 8. Clinical examination included pain, crepitation, range of motion of the operated joint, evidens of infection and lameness. Radiographic examination was made to evaluate the implant position and the possible evolution of dejenerative joint disease. It was concluded that the new modified toggle pin could be used for the treatment of coxofemoral luxations in small animals.