Radiographs of the left tibiotarsus of a wild turkey vulture ( Cathartes aura ) immediately postoperative ( ), at 4 weeks postoperative ( ), at 6 weeks postoperative ( ), and at 8 weeks postoperative ( ).

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Ventrodorsal ( ) and medio-lateral ( ) radiographic projections taken...

Image illustrates joint femoro-tibiotarsal joint identification with a...

A fluoroscopic image of the LCP with temporary fixation using diverging...

Radiographs of the left tibiotarsus of a wild turkey vulture (...

( ) A wild turkey vulture ( Cathartes aura ) with a supracutaneous LCP...

Stabilization and Long-Term Outcome of a Tibiotarsal Fracture in a Turkey Vulture ( Cathartes aura ) Using a Supracutaneous Plating Technique

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Oct 2022

Marina Liles
Anthony Barillo
Danielle Dugat
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Rodrigo Yafte Roca

The aim of this study was to report the successful outcome of a tibiotarsal fracture in a turkey vulture managed with a supracutaneous plating technique. This is a case report study design. A juvenile male turkey vulture ( Cathartes aura ) was presented unable to walk. Physical exam revealed instability in the left tibiotarsus. Radiographs confirme...