This 14 year old Yorkshire Terrier dog has a history of right CCL tear; ultrasound of the left stifle today.
This 14 year old Yorkshire Terrier dog has a history of right CCL tear; ultrasound of the left stifle today.
Case Study
ORTHO – Normal contra stifle in a 14 year old Yorkie with previous cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injury
DX
There is no evidence of cranial cruciate or meniscal pathology in the left stifle joint. Only mild osteoarthritic changes of questionable significance are noted. Rule out patellar luxation/instability clinically.
Image Interpretation
Ultrasound of the left stifle –
A mild amount of periarticular osteophytes is noted emphasizing the femoropatellar joint. The cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is continuos and even in width. No periligamentous effusion is seen. The medial and lateral meniscus are in situ with even surface and uniform echogenicity.
Patient Information
Patient Name :
Jenny Houle
Gender :
Female, Spayed
Species :
Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Liz Wuz Here :
Yes
Code :
18_00024
History
- Cruciate ligament injury
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