Diaphyseal Femoral Fractures in Cattle

24 Cases

Authors

  • S. Nichols Department of Food Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
  • D. E. Anderson Department of Food Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
  • B. L. Hull Department of Food Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
  • M. Miesner Department of Food Animal Medicine and Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20054827

Keywords:

femoral fractures, surgical techniques, treatment options, medical treatment

Abstract

Diaphyseal femoral fractures in cattle often are regarded as unsuitable for treatment. In the past 15 years, several surgical techniques have been described. The age, weight, fracture configuration, intended production use and economic value of the individual influence treatment options. Open reduction and internal fixation may be the treatment of choice in young, lightweight cattle. Medical treatment (stall rest and antiinflammatory drugs) may be an option for older cattle with selected fractures. We hypothesized that diaphyseal fractures in cattle can be successfully managed with proper case selection. The objectives of this study were to evaluate different surgical techniques, to evaluate the risk factors associated with the surgical repair and to evaluate the medical approaches in cases of femoral fractures.

Cover image of the 38th Conference Proceedings: A cow nuzzles her newborn calf in a stall with straw bedding. Both are content. Yellow background.

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Published

2005-09-24

Issue

2005

Section

Research Summaries 1