Osteochondritis dissecans in the dog.
The diagnosis, aetiology, pathogenesis and treatment of osteochondritis dissecans in the shoulder, elbow, stifle and hock joints of the dog is reviewed. A technique of surgically exploring the shoulder joint with minimal exposure is described. Recommendations for preventing the development of osteochondritis dissecans are made.
D000818:Animals; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D008297:Male; D010007:Osteochondritis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D012785:Shoulder Joint