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Kovacs JM, Mazdarani P, Nielsen MBM, Miles JE. Objective and owner-reported outcomes after modified cranial closing wedge ostectomy: a case series. Vet Res Commun 2024; 48:877-887. [PMID: 37978161 PMCID: PMC10998822 DOI: 10.1007/s11259-023-10261-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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Immediate and longer-term outcomes of a cranial closing wedge ostectomy variant for management of canine cranial cruciate ligament disease were assessed in this single-center retrospective consecutive study. Records and radiographs were retrieved and assessed by three independent observers to evaluate tibial plateau angle, anatomical-mechanical axis angle, tibial tuberosity distalization, and mechanical axis length before and after surgery. Kinetic gait analysis and owner questionnaires were used to assess clinical outcomes. Seventeen stifles from fifteen dogs were evaluated radiographically. Mean error from target tibial plateau angle was 0.4 degrees. Anatomical-mechanical axis angles reduced from mean 2.9 degrees preoperatively to mean - 0.9 degrees postoperatively. Tibial tuberosity distalization was mean 5.0% of mechanical axis length, and mean reduction in mechanical axis length was 0.1%. Increased tibial plateau angles were noted in 8/17 stifles, with a mean of 9.6 degrees at short-term follow-up. Major complications were observed in 9/17 stifles. Long term follow-up (mean 832 days) was obtained with gait analysis in 8/15 dogs and with questionnaire in 11/15. Most dogs (9/11) were weakly to moderately affected by osteoarthritis symptoms. All values for peak vertical force and vertical impulse normalized to body weight exceeded local lower reference limits for normal dogs, indicating acceptable limb use. Satisfactory immediate and long-term clinical outcomes appear to be possible with this technique, but the high incidence of shorter-term complications may caution against the technique or the fixation and management described here.
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- Jenny M Kovacs
- Lunds Djursjukhus Evidensia, Porfyrvägen 6, Lund, 22478, Sweden
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, 2015 SW 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32608, USA
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University Hospital for Companion Animals, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, Frederiksberg C, 1870, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University Hospital for Companion Animals, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, Frederiksberg C, 1870, Denmark.
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Story AL, Torres BT, Fox DB. Morphologic impact of four surgical techniques to correct excessive tibial plateau angle in dogs: A theoretical radiographic analysis. Vet Surg 2024; 53:96-103. [PMID: 37332122 DOI: 10.1111/vsu.13981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To determine morphologic differences between four tibial osteotomy techniques used to correct excessive tibial plateau angle (eTPA). STUDY DESIGN Retrospective radiographic analysis. SAMPLE POPULATION Sixteen dogs (27 tibias) with eTPA. METHODS Virtual corrections of eTPA were performed on sagittal plane radiographs of canine tibia using four tibial osteotomy techniques and categorized into respective groups. Group A represented the center of rotation of angulation (CORA)-based leveling osteotomy (CBLO) and coplanar cranial closing wedge ostectomy (CCWO), Group B the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) and CCWO, Group C the modified CCWO (mCCWO), and Group D the proximal tibial neutral wedge osteotomy (PTNWO). Pre- and post-correction TPA, tibial length and mechanical cranial distal tibial angle (mCrDTA) were measured and compared. RESULTS Mean TPA prior to correction was 42.67 ± 6.1°. Post-correction mean TPAs were 10.47 ± 2.1°, 6.77 ± 1.6°, 4.76 ± 1.5°, and 7.09 ± 1.3° for Groups A, B, C, and D, respectively. TPA correction accuracy in Groups A and D varied least from target TPAs. Tibial shortening was documented in Group B in contrast to other groups. The greatest mechanical axis shift was identified in Group A. CONCLUSION Each technique achieved TPA < 14° despite having different effects on tibial morphology including alteration of tibial length, mechanical axis shift and variation in correctional accuracy. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Despite all methods being able to correct eTPA, the choice of technique will affect morphology in unique ways and should be considered prior to surgery to consider the implications in a given patient.
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- Ashton L Story
- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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Moreira LR, Sparks T, Ogden DM. Predicting tibial plateau angles following four different types of cranial closing wedge ostectomy. Vet Surg 2024; 53:143-154. [PMID: 37749853 DOI: 10.1111/vsu.14033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate how tibial long axis (TLA) shift affects the postoperative tibial plateau angle (TPA) in four cranial closing wedge ostectomy (CCWO) techniques. STUDY DESIGN In silico study. SAMPLE POPULATION A total of 15 client-owned dogs. METHODS Computed tomography (CT) scans of 15 client-owned dogs were reviewed using an open-source 3D computer graphics editor. Each computer-generated 3D tibia model underwent a CCWO, with cranial cortex alignment, in 10° increments up to 70° using each of the four previously described techniques. The TLA shift, TPA and mechanical tibial length (mTL) were calculated, using trigonometry, for each model. Equations for predicting final TPA were generated with linear regression. RESULTS A total of 433 3D computer generated tibial models were analyzed. With each technique, the TPA varied in a linear fashion within the studied range of wedge angles. The TLA shift and tibial shortening magnitude varied between the four different CCWO techniques, with maximum mTL reduction of ranging from 7.5% to 40.9%. All predicted TPAs using the generated equations were within the target range of 4-6°. CONCLUSION A linear relationship between ostectomy wedge angle and TPA correction was observed in this study, which allowed for generation of accurate corrective equations. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE These results allow extrapolation of the wedge angle required to reach a postoperative TPA of 5°, by considering the TLA shift. The use of the generated corrective equations may thus increase CCWO planning precision.
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- Luis R Moreira
- Willows Veterinary Center & Referral Service, Part of Linnaeus Veterinary Limited, Shirley, UK
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- Waltham Petcare Science Institute, Melton Mowbray, UK
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Banks C, Jones GMC, Meeson RL. A mismatch of planning and achieved tibial plateau angle in cranial closing wedge surgery: An in silico and clinical evaluation of 100 cases. Vet Surg 2024; 53:113-121. [PMID: 37470173 DOI: 10.1111/vsu.13998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVE (1) To determine whether Oxley's modified cranial closing wedge osteotomy (CCWO) results in a tibial plateau angle (TPA) of 5° in silico, (2) compare in silico to clinical postoperative TPA and (3) determine the impact of ostectomy distalization in silico. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional retrospective radiographic in silico study. SAMPLE POPULATION A total of 100 stifle radiographs; 90 dogs (small ≤25 kg = 84; large >25 kg = 16). METHODS Tibial plateau angles were measured preoperatively (TPAPre ), after in silico planning (TPAPlan ), and postoperatively (TPAPost ). Virtual ostectomies were evaluated for plate fit. Postoperative ostectomy position was measured. Virtual ostectomies were performed 5/7.5/10/15 mm from the patellar tendon insertion in 10 dogs from each preoperative TPA category (≤20°/21-25°/ 26-30°/31-35°/>35°). Comparisons for TPAPre , TPAPost , and TPAPlan were made between small and large dogs, and the outcome to the target 5° between TPA categories and ostectomy positions. RESULTS Mean ± SD TPAPre was 28.6 ± 6.2° and higher in small than large dogs. Mean TPAPlan was 7.6 ± 2.7°. Plate fit was appropriate in all. In silico, TPAs were greater than 5° except for cases with TPAPre > 35°. Median TPAPost was 5.5° (-4-21) and was higher in small (7°) than large (4.5°) dogs. Postoperative ostectomy position was more distal than Oxley's guidelines. When distalized >7.5 mm in silico, the magnitude of under-correction increased. CONCLUSIONS Oxley's modified CCWO did not result in TPA of 5° in most cases. Ostectomy distalization exacerbated under-correction. CLINICAL IMPACT Current guidelines should be modified to achieve 5° TPA postoperatively.
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- Charlotte Banks
- Department of Clinical Science and Services, Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Royal Veterinary College, London, UK
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Miles JE, Mazdarani P, Gundersen RS, von Wenck A, Nielsen MBM. Cranial closing wedge ostectomies for management of canine cranial cruciate ligament insufficiency: Comparison and geometric modelling of errors. Res Vet Sci 2024; 166:105104. [PMID: 38065017 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2023.105104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/01/2024]
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Variants of the cranial closing wedge ostectomy (CCWO) may be used to manage cranial cruciate ligament deficient stifles by reduction of the tibial plateau angle (TPA). Concerns have been raised about predictability of achieving target TPA, limb shortening, axis shift, and distalization of the tibial tuberosity. Landmarks derived from tibial radiographs (n = 50) by 5 observers, along with outlines of the cranial and caudal proximal tibial cortices, were used to simulate six CCWO variants. Tested variants were Slocum-type (n = 2), modified (n = 2), isosceles, and anatomical-mechanical axis (AMA)-based CCWO. Observer specific landmarks were used to model pre- and postoperative errors in TPA measurement. Mean landmarks were used to compare key outcome variables between the variants, as well as modelling errors in positioning the wedge apex. Variants differed markedly in TPA, axis shift, mechanical axis length changes, and tibial tuberosity distalization, with more proximally positioned wedges performing better than distally positioned wedges. Errors in TPA identification appeared partially self-correcting due to altered axis shifts. Craniocaudal shifts in wedge apex position had the most severe effects on outcome variables, especially in shorter tibiae with greater initial TPA values. Recent CCWO variants are likely to achieve a satisfactory postoperative TPA with limited axis shift. The AMA-based CCWO technique appears to influence MA length and tibial tuberosity position the least, and apart from the effect on TPA where no advantage could be discerned, it appeared more robust in the face of wedge apex positioning errors than the other techniques.
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- James E Miles
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark.
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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Miles JE, Nielsen MBM. Reported accuracy of cranial closing wedge ostectomy variants for management of canine cranial cruciate ligament insufficiency: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Vet J 2023; 295:105989. [PMID: 37148995 DOI: 10.1016/j.tvjl.2023.105989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Concerns have been raised about the predictability of achieving appropriate tibial plateau angles (TPA), the occurrence of axis shift and tibial length reduction following cranial closing wedge ostectomy (CCWO). The primary objective of this review was to quantify typical errors in achieving target TPA with CCWO, with secondary objectives of assessing axis shift and length reduction. Retrospective or prospective studies of CCWO used as the primary treatment, from any date and in English, were eligible for inclusion. Searches were performed in EMBASE, Ovid MEDLINE, Agricola, Scopus, Web of Science, and CAB abstracts. Risk of bias was assessed, and data were screened for outliers and influential cases. Extracted data from 11 included studies were tabulated and underwent meta-analysis using R. Mean errors in TPA after CCWO ranged from - 0.6-2.9°, indicating the possibility of both under- and over-correction depending on the selected technique. Errors were relatively consistent for technique subgroups. Mean axis shifts ranged from 3.4° to 5.2°, and length reduction ranged from 0.4% to 3.2% of initial length, based on 6/11 and 3/11 studies, respectively. Data had high heterogeneity, many studies had small populations, and reporting standards were inconsistent. Concerns about the predictability of postoperative TPA may be overstated. With the limited data available, limb shortening does not appear to be a clinically important consideration. Axis shift will occur to varying degrees and must be considered during CCWO planning, as it influences the postoperative TPA. Careful choice of CCWO technique may allow clinicians to reliably achieve predictable TPA values.
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- J E Miles
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark.
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Dyrlægevej 16, 1870 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
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Comparison of tibial anatomical-mechanical axis angles and patellar positions between tibial plateau levelling osteotomy (TPLO) and modified cranial closing wedge osteotomy (AMA-based CCWO) for the treatment of cranial cruciate ligament disease in large dogs with tibial plateau slopes greater than 30° and clinically normal Labradors retrievers. BMC Vet Res 2021; 17:368. [PMID: 34861875 PMCID: PMC8641203 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-021-03094-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background The objective of this study was to evaluate tibial anatomical-mechanical axis angles (AMA-angles) and proximodistal and craniocaudal patellar positions following tibial plateau levelling osteotomy (TPLO) and AMA-based modified cranial closing wedge osteotomy (CCWO) in large dogs with tibial plateau angle (TPA) > 30°, to compare these postoperative positions with those of a control group of healthy normal dogs, and to assess which procedure yields postoperative morphology of the tibiae and stifles that is most consistent with that of the unaffected group. This study also investigated whether the occurrence of patellar ligament thickening (PLT), which is commonly observed 2 months postoperatively after TPLO, is associated with misplacement of the osteotomy. A total of 120 dogs weighing more than 20 kg, 40 of which were control animals, were enrolled in this retrospective study. Stifles were radiographically evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively on the side with CCLR and on the healthy contralateral side and compared with clinically normal stifles. PLT was reassessed after 2 months. Results Significant decreases in median patellar height ratio were found after both procedures (TPLO 0.24 (0.05–0.8); CCWO 0.22 (0.05–0.4)). The postoperative craniocaudal patellar position and the median AMA angle differed significantly among the groups (P = 0.000) (TPLO 87.5% caudal to the AA and 3.12° (0.76–6.98°); CCWO 100% cranial to the AA and 0° (− 1.34–0.65°); control group 5% caudal to the AA and 0.99° (0–3.39°)). At 8 weeks, PLT grade differed significantly in the two operated groups (P = 0.000) (TPLO 40% 0–2, 20% 2–4, 40% > 4; CCWO 98.8% 0). Conclusions TPLO and AMA-based CCWO are associated with significant decreases in patellar height; however, the PLT results 2 months postoperatively differed between the two groups; the decrease in patellar height and PLT were independent of osteotomy position in the TPLO group. Compared to TPLO, CCWO results in reduced postoperative AMA angles and craniocaudal patellar positions that more closely resemble those of unaffected dogs, suggesting that the CCWO procedure allows us to better correct the caudal bowing of the proximal tibia that is often associated with deficient stifles in large dogs with TPA > 30°.
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Brioschi V, Arthurs GI. Cranial cruciate ligament rupture in small dogs (<15 kg): a narrative literature review. J Small Anim Pract 2021; 62:1037-1050. [PMID: 34269419 DOI: 10.1111/jsap.13404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Revised: 04/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Small breed dogs (<15 kg) affected by cranial cruciate ligament rupture secondary to cranial cruciate ligament disease are usually middle-aged (mean age at presentation: 5.4 to 9.8 years); terrier breeds, miniature and toy poodles are over-represented. Small breed dogs have a different morphology of the proximal tibia compared to medium and large breed dogs with a steep tibial plateau angle (mean tibial plateau angle 28.8° to 36.3°), absent base of the flare of the tibial tuberosity and a caudally bowed fibula. There is a lack of evidence regarding the optimal management of cranial cruciate ligament rupture in small dogs. The treatment options consist of conservative management, extracapsular stabilisation, cranial closing wedge ostectomy, tibial plateau levelling osteotomy and tibial tuberosity advancement. The limited evidence available shows that conservative management is likely to result in prolonged recovery time (average time to recovery approximately 4 months). There is paucity of reports focussing on extracapsular stabilisation in small breed dogs, and questions have been raised regarding the early failure of the extracapsular suture subject to higher loads due to the steep tibial plateau angle of small breed dogs. Cranial closing wedge ostectomy and tibial plateau levelling osteotomy have been reported to have low major complication rates and good subjective outcomes. It is controversial whether tibial tuberosity advancement is a suitable technique in dogs with steep tibial plateau angle, which includes most small breed dogs.
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- V Brioschi
- Arthurs Orthopaedics, Northampton, NN12 6JW, UK
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- Arthurs Orthopaedics, Northampton, NN12 6JW, UK
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