PELVIC FRACTURE: SURVEY OF FRACTURE LOCATION AND PROFILE OF DOGS TREATED IN THE ORTHOPEDICS DEPARTMENT OF HCV/UFRGS FROM 2021 TO 2023

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.9735325170210

• Palavras-chave: osteology; thigh; orthopedics; veterinary; canine.

• Keywords: osteology; thigh; orthopedics; veterinary; canine.

• Abstract:

  Pelvic fractures are common in the clinical-surgical routine of small animals, mainly caused by automobile accidents. They account for between 16% and 30% of all fractures in dogs. Establishing an accurate and early diagnosis of these injuries is crucial to determining the appropriate clinical and surgical management, adapted to the specific needs of each patient. The aim of this study was to identify the profile of patients and the occurrence of pelvic fractures in dogs treated at the UFRGS Veterinary Hospital between 2021 and 2023. Data from 38 dogs with pelvic fractures were analyzed, including breed, age, gender, location of the fracture, presence of luxations, cause of the fracture and type of treatment (conservative or surgical). Among the animals analyzed, the majority were female (60.5%), predominantly under three years old (39.5%), and of undefined breed (63.1%). Car accidents were identified as the main cause of fractures (92.1%), with 81.6% of cases involving multiple fractures. Fractures of the pubis were the most common (78.9%), followed by fractures of the ilium (60.5%), ischium (57.9%) and acetabulum (26.3%), which could occur simultaneously in each animal. Sacroiliac dislocations were observed in 36.8% of cases. Surgical treatment was performed in 23.6% of cases, while 63.1% received conservative treatment. These findings highlight the complexity and severity of pelvic fractures in dogs, emphasizing the need for a thorough diagnosis and well-structured therapeutic planning to minimize complications and promote the well-being of affected animals.