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DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1731435
Brief Communication

Concomitant Partial Achilles Tendon Rupture and Lateral Luxation of the Superficial Digital Flexor Muscle Tendon in a Dog

Hélène Dosseray
1   Department of Orthopaedics and Neurology, Fitzpatrick Referrals, Halfway Lane, Eashing, Godalming, Surrey, United Kingdom
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Claire Deroy-Bordenave
2   Vet and Surg, Rue Sauternes, Le Haillan, France
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Abstract

The aim of this study was to report a posttraumatic partial Achilles tendon (AT) rupture associated with lateral luxation of the superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) in a Whippet. This article is a brief communication. A Whippet was presented with posttraumatic plantigrade stance and non-load-bearing lameness of the right pelvic limb. The objective findings consisted in partial AT rupture and SDFT lateral luxation. Surgical treatment ensued: tenorrhaphy of the torn tendons and calcaneo-tibial screw insertion for tarsal immobilization, followed by suturing of the SDFT retinaculum. A casting bandage was employed for additional immobilization. Nonetheless, a bandage complication prompted the premature removal of the fixation screw and casting wrap. Complete functional recovery was achieved by the 20th postoperative week. The simultaneous occurrence of SDFT luxation and partial AT tear has not been reported in the literature before. The long-term postoperative functional outcome was highly satisfactory.

Keywords

dogs - Achilles tendon rupture - superficial digital flexor muscle tendon - luxation

Authors Contributions

Claire Deroy-Bordenave performed the surgery and revised the manuscript. Hélène Dosseray assisted on the surgery, wrote, and submitted the manuscript.




Publication History

Received: 09 November 2020

Accepted: 29 March 2021

Article published online:
29 June 2021

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