Upward patellar fixation
by Mahasn Ahmed
1. Definition
1.1. Pathological condition of stifle joint in which medial ligament over trochlear ridge.
2. Causes
2.1. Straight hind limb
2.2. Loss of muscle tone
2.3. Higher un even hoof
2.4. Hormonal disturbance
2.5. Secondary to CNS disease
3. Treatment
3.1. Injection of counter irritant
3.2. Ligament splitting
3.3. Medial patellar desmotomy
4. Signs
4.1. Foot dragging
4.2. Limb extended caudaly
4.3. Difficult backing
4.4. Locked hind limb
