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ADVANCED PET CARE TREATMENTS
Canine TPO Procedure
Triple Pelvic Osteotomy (TPO) is a procedure
most commonly used in young dogs that have hip dysplasia. Dogs
affected with hip dysplasia have looser than normal hips which cause
many dogs to develop pain and inflammation of the joint, including
arthritis. The hip joint is like a ball and socket. When a dog is
affected with hip dysplasia, the ball (femoral head) drifts out of
the socket (acetabulum). This results in less than normal covering
of the femoral head. TPO is a surgical technique that involves three
cuts of the bone (triple osteotomy) around the joint that allows the
surgeon to tilt the socket (acetabulum) over the ball (femoral
head). The goal is to give a better fit to the joint to allow for
better long-term function of the affected limb and to decrease the
amount of arthritis that may develop.
 Canine
Cruciate Repair
Canine cranial cruciate ligament injury is a
very common trauma dogs experience. There are vast amounts of
information about this type of condition on the internet. There are
also many opinions as to the best way to treat these cases. We
believe for most cases that a surgical correction is the best
approach to resolve the condition and return your dog to soundness.
Many patients do heal without surgery, but with
varying degrees of success. Often, allowing these joints to heal
without surgery, results in some discomfort and even painful stifle
joints over the lifespan of these pets. There are many surgical
corrections available that attempt to restore function to your dog’s
rear limbs. We focus on TTA's (Tubial Tuberosity Advancment) as our
primary method of surgically stabilizing a cranial ligament
deficient stifle joint.
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When It's Time To Say, "Goodbye"
Losing a pet that has been your loving
companion for years, can be
the most difficult situation
a person can ever confront.
If necessary, we will help
your pet to pass without
pain and with dignity.
Our staff offers grief
counseling to help you deal
with your bereavement.
When it's time to say,
"Goodbye", Avondale
Veterinary Healthcare
Complex will be here for you
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