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ArticleVeterinary medicine and science2025

Treatment of Supracondylar Femur Fractures in Cats with EFECE System.

Ali Gülaydin, Nihat Şindak, Mustafa Barış Akgül, Onur Yildirim, Emre Karadeniz, Müzzemil Hattap Soysal

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Ali GülaydinDepartment of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Türkiye.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7200-1040
Nihat ŞindakDepartment of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Türkiye.
Mustafa Barış AkgülDepartment of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Türkiye.
Onur YildirimDepartment of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Siirt University, Siirt, Türkiye.
Emre KaradenizDepartment of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli University, İzmit, Kocaeli, Türkiye.
Müzzemil Hattap SoysalDepartment of Veterinary Surgery, Institute of Health Sciences, Siirt University, Siirt, Türkiye.

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Siirt University Scientific Research Projects Coordinatorship 2022-SIÜVET-006
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Abstract

backgroundDistal supracondylar femur fractures are common orthopaedic injuries in cats, requiring stable fixation for optimal healing. Traditional fixation methods have limitations, leading to the exploration of alternative techniques. The EFECE system, a novel fracture fixation method, aims to provide effective stabilization while minimizing complications.

objectivesThis study evaluates the clinical and radiological outcomes of distal supracondylar femur fracture treatment in cats using the EFECE system.

methodsEight cats diagnosed with distal supracondylar femur fractures were included. All cases were closed fractures treated using a limited open reduction technique followed by fixation with the EFECE system. Fracture healing time and complication rates were assessed through clinical and radiographic evaluations.

resultsAll fractures achieved complete healing, with no major complications observed. The mean healing time was 42.8 days (range: 35-56 days). Minor complications were observed in three out of the eight cats included in the study. Weight-bearing, behaviour and radiographic findings confirmed effective stabilization and compression of the fracture line using the EFECE system.

conclusionsThe EFECE system provides a reliable and minimally invasive option for treating distal supracondylar femur fractures in cats, ensuring stable fixation and favourable clinical outcomes. Further studies with larger sample sizes are recommended to validate these findings.

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Femoral FracturesFracture Fixation, InternalAnimalsCat DiseasesCatsFemaleMaleTreatment OutcomecatEFECEfemurfracturessupracondylar

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PMCPMC12624481

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