## Overview Effects of a tuber coxae fracture include sudden lameness, dramatic swelling at the point of the hip, a knocked-down appearance, asymmetric hip height, and temporary difficulty advancing the hind limb. The fracture avulses muscle origins, contributing to the swelling. Most effects resolve with rest except the permanent change in contour. ## Causes Trauma, often from running through a doorway or rolling. ## Diagnosis Clinical appearance and imaging. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent functionally. Cosmetic asymmetry remains. ## Prevention Avoid narrow doorways and hazardous fencing.
sudden severe lameness; visible swelling at the point of the hip; knocked-down hip appearance; asymmetric hip height; difficulty advancing the hind limb
## Overview Effects of a tuber coxae fracture include sudden lameness, dramatic swelling at the point of the hip, a knocked-down appearance, asymmetric hip height, and temporary difficulty advancing the hind limb. The fracture avulses muscle origins, contributing to the swelling. Most effects resolve with rest except the permanent change in contour. ## Causes Trauma, often from running through a doorway or rolling. ## Diagnosis Clinical appearance and imaging. ## Treatment Rest and anti-inflammatories. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent functionally. Cosmetic asymmetry remains. ## Prevention Avoid narrow doorways and hazardous fencing.
sudden severe lameness; visible swelling at the point of the hip; knocked-down hip appearance; asymmetric hip height; difficulty advancing the hind limb