Long-term outcome of high tibial osteotomy for canine cranial cruciate ligament disease without stifle exploration: an observational study of 236 stifles

Key Points

• Long-term outcomes indicate the effectiveness of high tibial osteotomy for improving stifle function.
• Observational analysis involved 236 stifles, revealing that many meniscal lesions are not significant.
• Assessment shows that routine stifle exploration may not be necessary in all cases after surgery.
• Findings highlight the potential for reducing surgical interventions, which could improve recovery times.

Abstract