SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF DISTAL RADIUS–ULNA FRACTURE USING T-PLATING IN TWO NON-DESCRIPT DOGS

Anjana Patel, Harshal Patil*, G. S. Khandekar, S. D. Tripathi, S. V. Gaikwad

Distal fractures of the radius and ulna are frequently encountered in canine orthopedic practice and are often associated with delayed union or non-union due to limited soft tissue coverage and compromised vascularity. The present study describes the surgical management of distal radial-ulnar fractures in two non-descript dogs using stainless steel T-plate fixation. Both dogs were presented with non-weight bearing lameness following road traffic accidents. Radiographic examination confirmed distal third fractures of the radius and ulna. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) was performed through a standard craniomedial approach. Postoperative radiographs revealed satisfactory implant positioning and alignment. Progressive callus formation was observed at 4 and 8 weeks postoperatively, and both animals achieved complete functional recovery within 8–10 weeks without complications. The study suggests that T-plate fixation provides rigid stabilization and favorable clinical outcomes in distal radial fractures in dogs.