Conditions of the front limb

Question 1

What is dorsalscapular luxation

Answer 1

Trauma secondary to falling from a height can cause partial or complete rupture of the muscles stabilizing the scapula which will displace the scapula, especially during weight-bearing activities
- after a few days, the inflammation will subside, and the cat will begin to bear weight with an unusual gait because the scapula is dorsally displaced with each step

Question 2

What are the main causes for carpal hyperextension

Answer 2

Falling from a height is commonly associated with luxation, subluxation or hyperextension of the carpus

The carpus may also become hyperextended due to a degenerative process associated with immune-mediated arthritis

Question 3

What is the most common treatment for carpal luxation, subluxation or hyperextension injury

Answer 3

Pancarpal arthrodesis