This analysis investigates construct failures in stifles following surgical intervention, suggesting important planning considerations.
The lack of significance in any variable between construct failures and weight and plate matched controls is likely a type II error. Despite this, when planning a cranial closing wedge ostectomy consideration should be given to plate size, plate position, shape of the proximal tibia and the use of adjunctive fixation.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Winter et al. (2026) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: