ABSTRACT: Cranial cruciate ligament rupture is the most common cause of non- traumatic lameness in dogs. It can affect any breed of dog; however, large to giant breeds are most commonly affected. There are multiple treatment options from conservative management to a number of surgical stabilisation techniques. The aim of this article is to inform the reader of the different treatment methods available, their benefits and discuss post-operative care when surgical intervention is performed.

Author

Heather Kirkness CertVNECC, RVN

Heather Kirkness started her veterinary career in 2007 and qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2013 whilst working at Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital in Wimbledon. She soon joined North Downs Specialist Referrals in Bletchingley and in 2016 she achieved her Vets Now certificate in Emergency and Critical Care followed by the BVNA certificate in Wound Management in 2018. Heather is currently a static surgical wards nurse at NDSR with a keen interest in Emergency & Critical Care along with pre and post-operative care.

Email: h.kirkness91@gmail.com

Keywords: cruciate; rupture; dog; surgery; management

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 35 (08) • August 2020 • pp235-237

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