Published in Scientific Works. Series C. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LXIX, Issue 1
Written by Alexandra PETEOACA, Niels A.J. CREMERS, Iuliana IONASCU, Andrei TANASE
Lower extremity injuries in cats can present significant challenges by a lack of tissue, bone exposure, and bacterial contamination, requesting effective treatment methods. This case report describes the use of a combination of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and medical-grade honey (MGH) dressing in the treatment of a complex lower extremity injury in a cat. An old injury in the metatarsal area of a 3-year-old male cat resulted in an open fracture of all the metatarsal bones. The wound was left open after osteosynthesis via intramedullary pin insertion. A combination of NPWT and MGH dressing was used to promote healing and prevent bacterial contamination. The combination of NPWT and MGH dressing was effective in promoting the healing and full closure of the soft tissue injury in this case. NPWT supported granulation tissue formation, maintained a moist wound environment, and prevented infection. The MGH dressing helped prevent further bacterial contamination and promoted wound healing. This case highlights the benefits of using a bimodal staged approach in the management of challenging lower extremity injuries in cats.
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