Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

Back to Surgery Information Pet Owner Information Osteoarthritis (OA) What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is defined as aberrant degradation and attempts at repair of articular cartilage (the cartilage that lines joint surfaces). This is characterised by loss of...
Medial Patellar Luxation

Medial Patellar Luxation

Back to Surgery Information Pet Owner Information Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL) What is Medial Patellar Luxation? Medial patellar luxation (MPL) is a dislocation of the kneecap (patella) toward the inside aspect of the leg. This is a developmental disease that occurs...
Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)

Back to Surgery Information Pet Owner Information Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease Cruciate ligament disease is one of the most common causes of hindlimb lameness in dogs and occurs due to gradual deterioration of the...