Vol. 9, Special Issue 4, Part C (2024)

Author(s): Jayagopal PJ, BR Balappanavar and L Suresh

Abstract: Fractures of the olecranon are typically observed in young dogs and signify separations of the olecranon apophysis. A female German Shepherd dog presented with a history of trauma with lameness and physical examination indicated crepitation and pain upon palpation of the left elbow. Fracture fixation was done by tension band wiring with the help of C arm. The animal started bearing weight after 15 days postoperative. Olecranon fractures are classified into extra-articular or intra- articular. Tension band wiring and Plate osteosynthesis are two acceptable techniques, as both are associated with excellent long-term functional outcomes. In comminuted olecranon fractures, plate osteosynthesis is preferred.