Tarsocrural arthrodesis using K-wires and crosspinning technique in a cat: a case report

Abstract

Tarsocrural arthrodesis was performed in a cat using Kirschner pins in the crosspinning technique with an additional tension band. Short term radiological and clinical outcomes, arthrodesis progression were assessed. 10 weeks after surgery the clinical examination showed no lameness and the patient’s condition was described as „very good”, radiographically there was a new callus formation bridging the tarsocrural joint with bone remodeling. The functional score was favorable indicating very good postoperative outcomes in terms of the possibility of the cat to perform normal feline activities with no pain.