Surgical management of tibiotarsal bone fracture in a pigeon

Abstract

An rescued pigeon was presented to Veterinary Dispensary Ramohalli, Bangalore after being found unable to walk. On examination of the bird revealed inability to stand on its left limb and crepitus on palpation was noticed at left thigh region. Survey radiograph revealed complete transverse fracture of the left tibiotarsal bone. The fracture was stabilized by Intramedullary pinning under General anaesthesia and immobilized with Robert Jones bandage. Bird recovered uneventfully and was able to walk after 20 days of surgery.