VT59 - Canine Elbow Dysplasia - How Lame!

Wednesday, February 20

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

Location: MBCC, Jasmine A, Level 3

Primary Presenter(s)

Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, VTS (ANESTHESIA/ANALGESIA, SURGERY)

Surgery Technician

Moderator(s)

Mikki Cook, LVT

Sierra Veterinary Specialists

Specialty Veterinary Technician Session: Canine elbow dysplasia (CED) is a common cause of forelimb lameness in young, large breed dogs. Learn the clinical signs, best diagnostic tests, current surgical treatments and prognosis for the various causes of CED during this informative presentation. Other potential causes of forelimb lameness in dogs will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

List types of CED and potential causes
describe age of onset, clinical signs and importance of early surgical intervention
describe surgical and conservative treatment options for elbow dysplasia