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ArticlePloS one2021

Outcome after Modified Maquet Procedure in dogs with unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture: Evaluation of recovery limb function by use of force plate gait analysis.

Giovanni Della Valle, Chiara Caterino, Federica Aragosa, Fabiana Micieli, Dario Costanza, Cristina Di Palma, Alfonso Piscitelli, Gerardo Fatone

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Giovanni Della ValleDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.
Chiara CaterinoDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-9753-5452
Federica AragosaDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.
Fabiana MicieliDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-4612-1759
Dario CostanzaInterdepartmental Center of Veterinary Radiology, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-7310-0246
Cristina Di PalmaDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.
Alfonso PiscitelliDepartment of Agricultural Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Portici, Italy.
Gerardo FatoneDepartment of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-2578-7420
University of Naples Federico II · ITFederico II University Hospital · IT

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Abstract

introductionCranial cruciate ligament failure is one of the principal causes of canine lameness. Several surgical procedures were proposed to achieve joint stabilisation; among these, the Modified Maquet Procedure involves using a titanium foam wedge to achieve and maintain the tibial tuberosity advancement. The force-plate analysis provides to objectively assess normal and abnormal gait and the outcome of different surgical techniques. The study evaluates the outcome of limbs that underwent Modified Maquet Procedure using land-force plate analysis comparing the operated limb with its healthy contralateral one as a control. MATERIALS AND

methodsThirty-five dogs with unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture were evaluated. Outcome after surgery was assessed by orthopaedic and radiographic evaluations and force plate gait analysis performed before surgery, at 15, 30 and 90 days after surgery. For objective comparison of ground reaction forces, data of operated limb were compared to contralateral limb on each time control and Symmetry Index at 90 days was determined. Healing radiographic signs, minor and major complication were reported.

resultsA significant improvement in ground reaction forces was reached in all the treated limbs between set time intervals. The median percentage increase in ground reaction forces was constant from 15 to 90 days, with a Symmetry Index >9 in 54.2% of patients suggesting a normal gait symmetry. A complete bone healing was noticed at 90 days follow-up radiographic assessment. We experienced three major (8.5%) and one minor (2.8%) complications.

conclusionsTo the Authors' knowledge, this is the first study in the veterinary literature that assessed outcomes of dogs undergoing Modified Maquet Procedure for the treatment of cranial cruciate ligament rupture using force plate gait analysis and healthy contralateral limb as a control group. Our results confirm that Modified Maquet Procedure is an effective method to stabilise the stifle joint.

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Recovery of FunctionAnimalsAnterior Cruciate LigamentAnterior Cruciate Ligament InjuriesAnterior Cruciate Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopyBone PlatesDog DiseasesDogsFemaleGaitGait AnalysisMaleRuptureUpper Extremity

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PMCPMC8357168
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