NYVSC - Pectineal Resection

 

Pectineal Resection:
New York Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center
2233 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale, NY 11735 (631) 694-3400
Dr. Arnold S. Lesser, VMD, Diplomate ACVS

Summary:
Restricted use do to temporary improvement

Pros:

  • Simple
  • Very few complications
  • Very little postoperative pain
  • Often immediate improvement
  • If not effective, can still perform other procedures

Cons:

  • Only lasts 5 to 6 years in most cases

Recomendations:

  • Older doges (over 9 years) with degenerative changes
  • Rare young dog with severly restricted abduction