Osteosynthesis of the femur and tibia of a brown brocket deer (Mazama gouazoubira): case report

ABSTRACT The present study reports the case of a juvenile wild brown brocket deer, with car accident history. After a complete examination, the animal was diagnosed with open distal tibial fracture (Salter-Harris type I) and comminuted fracture of the distal metaphysis of the femur, both in the left hindlimb. For the tibial osteosynthesis, Steinmann pins were used intramedullary, inserted by the lateral and medial malleolus, crosswise. The osteosynthesis of the femur was performed with a combination of two Steinmann pins, as modified Rush technique, and a dynamic compression plate. The surgical techniques used were satisfactory for stabilization, consolidation of both fractures and function return of the member. Ninety days after surgery the animal was reintroduced to nature.