Successful Carpal Arthrodesis Surgery at Veterinarium 


A 5-year-old Dalmatian named Pongo was brought to Veterinarium with a carpal joint luxation and associated fracture.

In veterinary orthopaedics, injuries of this nature are considered among the most challenging cases. The carpal joint bears substantial loads during locomotion, and disruption of its stability can result not only in significant pain but also in severe impairment of limb function. For this reason, surgical management of such injuries requires a high level of precision, expertise, and careful planning.

Carpal arthrodesis was performed using an anatomical titanium plate. Arthrodesis is a surgical procedure in which the damaged joint is permanently stabilised, allowing the bones to fuse into a single solid structure. This restores limb stability and enables the patient to regain comfortable mobility. 

To promote improved osseous fusion and reduce the risk of infection, a regenerative antibacterial bone graft was utilised during the procedure. This advanced biological material supports new bone formation, accelerates the healing process, and increases the likelihood of successful long-term bone regeneration. 

The surgery was performed by Veterinarium’s Head Veterinarian, Lasha-Giorgi Japaridze. Anaesthesia was managed by Natia Robakidze, while Mariam Kapanadze assisted the surgeon throughout the procedure.

Pongo successfully completed the rehabilitation process and is now using the affected limb normally once again.