Both findings are characteristic of a cranial cruciate ligament rupture. The cranial cruciate ligament runs from the lateral femoral condyle diagonally across the joint to the cranial surface of the tibia. It is an important ligament for joint stability. Surgical stabilization is required to minimize degeneration of the articular surfaces and to prevent the development of secondary osteoarthritis. There are many methods of surgical repair.
Prognosis is good.
She was oblivious to the commotion around her and required a great deal of encouragement to move into the examination room. With head hung low, Tessa staggered into the room and then collapsed, expiring a moan that sent a shiver up my spine. Tessa had been vomiting over a two-day period and had become increasingly lethargic. She had gone off food but was consuming great quantities of water. Clinically, Tessa was depressed.