Advantages and disadvantages of osteosynthesis with ulnar osteotomy approach in distal humerus fractures in cats compared to classical approaches

In this study, it was aimed to determine the advantages and disadvantages of osteosynthesis with the ulnar osteotomy approach compared to classical approaches in distal humerus fractures in cats brought to the Galen Veterinary Clinic in Istanbul and Fırat Unıversty Veterinary Faculty Department of Surgery with complaints of lameness in the front legs. In the study, cats with distal humerus fractures were evaluated in 2 (two) separate groups. Osteosynthesis was performed using classical fracture fixation methods in the cats in the first group (control group, n = 10). In the second group of cats (experimental group, n=10), osteosynthesis were performed after using the ulnar osteotomy method. In the study, the results obtained from the radiographs evaluated by different surgeons were recorded in the patient registration forms, and the recovery rates were evaluated and compared as percentage values. In line with the results obtained from these comparisons; It was concluded that osteosynthesis with the ulnar osteotomy approach in distal humerus fractures in cats is easier than classical approaches, less damage is caused to the nerves, vessels and tendons in the region, and thus healing is faster and more successful.