Tendon and Ligament Injuries

Cases with complete CrCLR or severe lameness are at high risk of MMI and should be evaluated cautiously.
Biceps tenodesis using a bioabsorbable bone anchor resulted in rapid restoration of full function.
No justification is provided as to why re-directing the patellar tendon causes a natural automatic re-direction of the F FT force.
Earlier intervention in dogs with CCL disease may be warranted to decrease synovitis and progression of osteoarthritis.
A TPA post-TPLO > 5° and < 15° is less likely to cause an increase in patellar ligament strain.