Pradeep Kumar, B.L. Kaswan, K. Kachwaha, N.R. Purohit, Mahendra Tanwar and T.K. Gahlot
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary and Animal Science,
Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner, India
ABSTRACT
The clinical assessment of fractures in single humped camels was carried out in 97 cases of different age group. The cause, site and radiography of the fractures as well as the methods of treatment were recorded. Factors affecting fracture healing after treatment were investigated and analysed. Most of the fractures occurred during rutting season and mandible fracture was the most common. Treatment was performed either by plaster of Paris bandage with bamboo splint (39.17%) or with aluminium splints (16.49%) and interdental wiring (IDW) (42.26%). Satisfactory healing was recorded in 65.97% of the treated cases. External fixation using plaster of Paris bandage with bamboo splints and interdental wiring were successful treatment methods of fractures in camels.
Key words: Camels, external fixation, fractures, IDW, long bones, mandible
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