Ex vivo cadaveric study of a laterally placed Leipzig stifle distractor for arthroscopic evaluation of the lateral meniscus in dogs

ConclusionLateral placement of an LSD proved to be safe and effective for the distraction of the lateral femorotibial joint space and the examination and treatment of the lateral meniscus in dogs weighing 18 ‐42 kg.Clinical significanceCanine lateral meniscus pathology, although rare, leads to severe pain. A laterally placed LSD improves arthroscopic evaluation and treatment of this pathology.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/vsu.13119?af=R

Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Bruno G ötzens, Susanne C. Medl, Nikola S. Medl Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research