Cranial cruciate ligament rupture is the leading orthopedic condition in active dogs. Arthroscopic-assisted repair continues to evolve with improved anchor materials and portal optimization.
Indications
Partial tears in dogs under 25 kg with stable meniscal status remain the best candidates.
Technical Notes
- Single-bundle reconstruction with medial portal visualization
- Titanium anchor placement at anatomic footprint
- Early controlled rehabilitation from week two
Functional Outcomes
Pilot series report 91% return-to-function at six months; further RCT data are warranted.
