Central Tarsal Bone Fracture in dogs

Species: Dog
Condition: Central Tarsal Bone Fracture
Organ System: Musculoskeletal

One of the more common injuries in competing Greyhounds is the fracture of a bone in the ankle region called the central tarsal bone. Running puts extreme stress and pressure on the bone causing it to splinter. Almost 96% of CTB fractures occur in the right leg. This is one of the most important causes for a greyhound to retire from its racing career. Most cases of CTB fractures can be reduced and fixed by surgery. The procedure involves anatomical reconstruction and realignment of the tarsus. Without surgery, prognosis is quite poor. A physiotherapy protocol can be started after the cast is removed.

Breeds exposed to Central Tarsal Bone Fracture – Research Reference
German Shepherd Cross – (Clements et al. 2004)
Alsatian Cross – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labradoodle Cross – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labrador Retriever Cross – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labrador Cross – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labrador – (Clements et al. 2004)
German Shepherd – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labrador Retriever – (Clements et al. 2004)
Alsatian – (Clements et al. 2004)
Labradoodle – (Clements et al. 2004)

Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine

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