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Imaging–pathology correlation
2 photos from surgery, necropsy or pathology. Some are graphic.
5-month-old Male Intact Chihuahua
2 kg
Presenting complaint and brief history
Jumped out of owner's arms 6 weeks prior, presented to rDVM for non-weight-bearing.
Diagnosis
Hides the diagnosis, imaging findings, outcome, take-home points and correlation photos so you can read the images blind.
Chronic fracture of the radius and ulna
Confirmed
Imaging findings
The fracture margins are smoother than what would be expected in an acute fracture.
What happened with the patient
Surgical repair of the fracture was performed successfully following the imaging and consultation.
Key take-home points
This case highlights the imaging features of a chronic radius and ulna fracture in a young patient. It also demonstrates a common scenario where initial conservative management (splinting) precedes definitive surgical intervention.
Contributed by
- Oren Ofer
DVM, DVSc, DACVR
52 cases
Educational use only — not clinical advice.
Cite this case
Ofer O. Chronic fracture of the radius and ulna. Radabase case 0bab969d. Retrieved 2026-11-08 from https://www.radabase.vet/case/0bab969d-92c6-48c0-876a-6f723503b6bb
Discussion
Questions and observations from colleagues. Never post identifying patient or owner information.
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