A bilateral condition is a condition or disease that affects both sides of the body. Some examples of bilateral conditions include hip dysplasia and cruciate ligament tears. Because a pet runs a higher risk of the same condition on the other side of the body, if a pet has a pre-existing instance of a bilateral condition, we are not able to cover the condition on the other side. However, if a pet is diagnosed with one covered bilateral condition, we will also cover the condition if it occurs on the other side.