Causes, treatment and outcome of external ear canal tears and avulsions in cats and dogs: 24 cases (2008‒2024)

Key Points

• This research aims to investigate the causes, treatment options, and outcomes of external ear canal injuries in cats and dogs.
• Analyzed 24 cases of traumatic ear canal injuries from 2008 to 2024.
• Evaluated surgical interventions undertaken for repair of tears and avulsions.
• Assessed post-treatment outcomes to determine success rates.
• Surgical treatment led to a favourable recovery in most cases.
• High success rate of ear canal repair noted.
• Few complications reported post-surgery.