Aftercare

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Cast fixation
The limb is protected by cast fixation for 6-8 weeks. After cast removal, protected ambulation is prescribed for a further 12 weeks.
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vet case Followup radiographs

Unless complications arise, followup films are taken at 20 weeks postoperatively.

vet casePlate removal

Plate removal is carried out on or about 6 months postoperatively in these relatively young individuals destined to become athletes.

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Dr G E Fackelman
budf@moosehead.net
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