- View:
VD
- Defining characteristics:
Displacement of the patella from the femoral groove, could be lateral or medial
- Common differential diagnoses:
Medial patellar luxation, lateral patellar luxation, positioning, other
- Helpful additional data:
Is there any evidence of hindlimb lameness? Is there an absence of a cranial drawer? Is the patient toe-touching? - Commonly associated diagnostics:
Correlate with orthopedic examination. If there is a concern for patellar luxation, consider repeat radiographs with pelvic limbs extended causally.
- Commonly associated treatment:
Surgery to stabilize the patella may be indicated if no other source of lameness is identified and signs cannot be medically managed - Commonly associated home care:
Consider analgesic and monitor response to therapy. Consider cage rest