Use of ASYM® Plates to repair diaphyseal femoral fractures in two cats

Abstract

Two intact domestic shorthair cats were presented at our clinic because of grade four signs of lameness at right forelimb. The cats have been hit by car and radiographs revealed a slightly displaced long oblique diaphyseal femoral fractures .The patients tolerated the implant and had a very good functional recovery. Radiographic follow-up after 60 days revealed sign of osseous union. The plates were not removed. This report describes the surgery and outcome of dyaphiseal femoral fractures in two cats repaired by ASYM® Plates.