Vol. 10, Issue 12, Part H (2025)

Author(s): Thavasi R, Mohamed Shafiuzama, Pushkin Raj H and Sathyamoorthy OR

Abstract: Pelvic fractures are characterized by the disruption of the osseous integrity of the pelvis and may involve one or more components, including the ilium, ischium, pubis, or acetabulum. A six-month-old male non-descript dog was presented to the Small Animal Orthopaedic Unit, Madras Veterinary College Teaching Hospital, with a history of road traffic trauma and inability to bear weight on both pelvic limbs. Clinical evaluation revealed pain, swelling and palpable crepitus over both sides of the pelvis. Radiographic examination confirmed bilateral oblique fractures of the ilial body. The patient was premedicated with butorphanol at 0.2 mg/kg, and diazepam at 0.25 mg/kg intravenously to achieve sedation and muscle relaxation. Anaesthetic induction was performed using propofol at 4 mg/kg intravenously administered slowly to effect. Following endotracheal intubation, anaesthesia was maintained with isoflurane in a closed-circuit system using 100% oxygen. A lateral surgical approach to the ilium was performed via an incision extending from the iliac wing to the greater trochanter. Following meticulous dissection of the gluteal musculature, the fracture fragments were exposed, anatomically reduced, and stabilized using a 2.7 mm String of Pearls (SOP) plate. Postoperative management included administration of antibiotics, analgesics to prevent infection and to alleviate pain. Restricted activity and controlled ambulation were advised for two weeks. The animal exhibited progressive clinical improvement and weight-bearing observed by the third postoperative day. Follow-up radiographs on days 7 and 14 confirmed appropriate implant positioning and fracture stability, with no evidence of implant failure. Radiographic evidence of callus formation was observed from the third postoperative week. The patient achieved complete and uneventful recovery.

DOI: 10.22271/veterinary.2025.v10.i12h.2879