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Info on pros/cons of LP surgery Well, my Wylie (3 year old) had his patellas graded today and they are graded a "high 2, possibly 3" - and surgery is eventually recommended. I was quoted around 3k for doing both knees at the same time. If surgery is truly needed, then we'll do it. But, what bothers me is that he has never shown a single, solitary sign that his knees bother him. So, how do I come to terms with putting him through a horrible surgical experience, if he shows no signs that his knees are bad? Is it best to wait UNTIL they NEED to be fixed, or best to do it before anything bothers him? He runs, fetches like crazy, jumps etc. - with no indication that his knees are failing him, so this is really tough... If anyone has saved some good, information-rich threads on LP surgery - when to do it, costs, pros/cons, advice - it'd be greatly appreciated. Many thanks! Ann |
Might be wise to seek other Vets opinions if you haven't already gone that route.Best Wishes!:hug: :goodluck: :love-hug3 |
I'd definitely take him to an orthopedic surgeon for a second opinion since at 2-3, he is borderline. If a second vet recommends the surgery, please get it done before his knees get any worse. That will only make his surgery more complicated and more expensive and even impossible in some cases. Arthritis sets in after awhile and that isn't reversible. |
First i'd take him to an orthopedic surgeon for a consult so that he can be looked over and the surgeon will grade his knees. If the surgeon thinks he should have them done then i'd go ahead and do it. You want to fix the problem before it gets too bad. If you wait, the cartiledge will continue to wear away and it will start to hurt him more. They probably do bother him right now, its just that dogs have a higher tolerance for pain. Plus if its a gradual change and not an injury, they kinda get used to the pain/trouble it causes them. I work for an orthopedic surgeon so if you have any questions feel free to ask and i'll try to answer everything for you. |
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