Interlocking Intramedullary Nail Fixation for a Comminuted Diaphyseal Femoral Fracture in an Alpaca

While reports of long bone fracture repair in new world camelids are limited, clinical cases are more frequently encountered. Options from repair have been similar to those chosen for small ruminants. The use of an interlocking intramedullary nail for a comminuted mid-diaphyseal femoral fracture proved to be successful. Based on the relatively straight and narrow shape of the femur of new world camelids and the results of this case, the interlocking intramedullary nail may be a suitable option for long bone fracture repair in these species.

Keywords

Interlocking nail - Alpaca - fracture

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