Incidence, Occurrence and Classification of Long Bone Fractures in Dogs: A Retrospective Study

Abstract

Background: Long bone fracture in small animals has become a problem of concern in urban areas as well as rural areas because of road accidents. Canine long bone fracture cases presented at surgery wards of the hospital during 2017-20 were analysed for determining their incidence, occurrence and classification of fractures. Methods: The present study was conducted on long bone fractures in dogs presented to the surgery ward of SVVU Super Speciality Veterinary Hospital, Visakhapatnam from 2017 to 2020. Detailed history and signalment was followed by detailed physical examination to determine the site of fracture, extent of soft tissue swelling and presence of open wounds. Radiographic evaluation was done to localize the seat of fracture, to identify the type of fracture and to find out relation between the fracture fragments Result: Of all the cases of dog patients presented to the surgery ward 2.02% were diagnosed to have fracture of different bones. Fracture of long bones (326), comprised 1.50% of total cases and 74.42% of fractures cases. The highest incidence was recorded in mongrel dogs and the most common affected bone was tibia fibula. Fall from height was reported as an etiological factor in majority of the cases and Juvenile group of animals was found more affected.

Machine Learning in Assessing Canine Bone Fracture Risk: A Retrospective and Predictive Approach

“…Bone fractures are a prevalent health issue seen in canines and result from a multitude of contributing factors. Dogs frequently experience car accidents, falls [5], and diverse injuries inside the home, especially during training sessions [6] or as a result of being assaulted by another dog [7,8]. Nevertheless, it is essential to consider not just the fracture as a consequence but also the potential etiology of the fracture; we should ask ourselves how we could have potentially prevented the animal from having experienced a fracture [9].…”

“…A wide variety of canine breeds exist, with each breed possessing distinct genetic and physical characteristics that may contribute to the occurrence of bone fractures. Mongrel dogs have been reported to have a notable prevalence of long-bone fractures, specifically in the tibia and fibula, mostly arising from incidents involving falls from elevated positions [8]. After a scientific literature review, it was indicated that there are significant disparities between large and small canine breeds.…”