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SAMS 5345 - Fall 04

Course ID: SAMS 5345
Instructor / Coordinator: J Chambers and D Aron
Semester: Fall 04

Required elements

  • Principal course assignments:

    • Required reading from Slatter for Dr. Chambers lectures, as listed in the topics outline.

  • Specific course requirements for grading purposes:

    • A written exam at midcourse, and a comprehensive written final exam.

  • Grading policy:

    • Evaluation First exam (contacts 1-11) 150 points 90-100% A Final exam (contacts 1-22) 200 points 80-90% B TOTAL 350 points 70-80% C 60-70% D < 60% F

  • Attendance policy:

    • Attendance is not required, but expected.

  • Required course material, including texts:

    • Slatter, Textbook of Small Animal Surgery, 3rd Ed.

  • Policy for make-up of examinations:

    • Make-up examinations will be allowed.

Course information

  • Prerequisites:

    • LAMS/SAMS 5359

  • Objectives:

    • Course Objectives: 1. To be able to identify common musculoskeletal problems in companion animals given historical, physical, radiographic, laboratory and other clinical findings. 2. To be able to explain the pathophysiology of common musculoskeletal problems in pet dogs and cats. 3. To be able to prescribe the most logical treatment plan for a musculoskeletal problem.

  • Topical outline:

    • Sequence of topics: 1.Review of coaptation- (Reading-Slatter pp.1838-1848) Nov. 4 -Dr. Chambers Demonstration of techniques for fracture management Demonstration of techniques for joint injuries 2. Fractures of the femur and humerus.- (Reading-Slatter pp. 1905-1918) Nov. 5 - Dr.Chambers (Reading-Slatter pp. 2059-2086) Femur Proximal fractures in the immature and mature patient. Diaphyseal fractures. Distal fractures in the immature and mature patient. Humerus Proximal fractures. Diaphyseal fractures. Condylar fractures- Growth plate- Type 4; Y-fractures. 3. Fractures of the forearm and tibia - (Reading-Slatter pp. 1953-1964) Nov. 8 - Dr.Chambers (Reading-Slatter pp. 2144-2157) Ulna Olecranon fractures Radius Diaphyseal radial fracture w.o. fracture of the ulna. Diaphyseal radius+ulna fractures. Diaphyseal midshaft and distal 1/3 radius+ulna fractures in toy breeds. Tibia Fracture of the tibial tuberosity. Proximal fractures in immature and mature patients. Diaphyseal fractures w.o. fracture of the fibula. Diaphyseal tibial+fibula fractures. Fractures of the malleolus. 4. Summary of management of diaphyseal long bone fractures Nov. 9 -Dr. Chambers Interactive computer program 5. Summary of management of diaphyseal long bone fractures Nov. 10 -Dr. Chambers Interactive computer program 6. Limb deformities - (Reading-Slatter pp. 1964-1972) Nov. 11 -Dr. Chambers Review of Pathogenesis Corrective operations 7. Fractures of the scapula, pelvis, and sacroiliac separation. Nov.15 -Dr. Chambers (Reading-Slatter pp. 1989-2001, 1891-1896) Scapula Fractures of the body and spine. Fractures of the neck and glenoid. Fractures of the supraglenoid tuberosity. Pelvis Fractures cases not requiring operative management. Fractures requiring operative management. Fractures of the ilium. Fractures of the acetabulum. Sacroiliac separation 8. Fractures of the mandible- (Reading-Slatter pp. 2190-2204) Nov. 16 - Dr. Chambers 9. Arthroscopy as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool. Nov. 17 –Dr. Chambers (Reading-Slatter pp. 2285-2306) 10. Arthroscopy demonstration. Nov.18 –Dr. Chambers 11. Hip dysplasia- (Reading-Slatter pp. 2009-2056) Nov. 22 –Dr. Chambers Pathogenesis Diagnosis/Staging Operations for stabilizing the subluxating coxofemoral joint. TPO Varus osteoplasty Pubic symphysiodesis Operations for treating clinically severe coxofemoral DJD. Femoral head and neck ostectomy. Total artificial hip replacement EXAM – LECUTRES 1-11 Nov. 23 12. Review of tendon and ligament healing and repair techniques. Nov. 29 - Dr. Aron 13. Joint trauma Nov. 30 -Dr. Aron Special diagnostics Stress radiography Common Problems Shoulder luxation Cases for closed reduction and coaptation. Cases for operative management. Elbow luxation Cases for closed reduction and coaptation. Method Cases for operative reduction and stabilization. Carpal and Metacarpal fractures/ luxations Cases for primary reconstruction. Cases for Arthrodesis Partial arthrodesis Panarthrodesis Metacarpal fractures 14. Joint trauma (cont) Dec. 1 –Dr. Aron Hip Luxation Cases for closed reduction and coaptation. Method Cases for operative reduction and stabilization. Methods Dislocation of the Stifle Tarsal and metatarsal fractures/luxation Cases for primary reconstruction. Collateral ligaments Intertarsal Cases for arthrodesis Partial arthrodesis Panarthodesis Metatarsal fractures 15. Patella instability Dec. 2 –Dr. Aron Pathogenesis Techniques for operative management. 16. Osteochondritis dissicans Dec. 6 –Dr. Aron Shoulder Elbow Stifle Tarsus 17. Ununited anconeal process Dec. 7 –Dr. Aron Ununited coronoid disease 18. Cruciate ligament disease Dec. 8 –Dr. Aron Pathogenesis Diagnosis Operations to restore stability Operation to modify forces 19. Inflammatory joint disease Dec. 9 –Dr. Chambers 20. Inflammatory bone disease Dec.10 (3pm)-Dr. Aron 21. Physiotherapy Dec. 13 –Dr. Aron 22. Amputations Dec. 14 –Dr. Aron

Students are expected to abide by the academic honesty policies and guidelines outlined in the College of Veterinary Medicine Student Handbook.

  • Details of authorized assistance allowed during examinations:

    • No assistance is allowed during an examination.

All academic work must meet the standards contained in 'A Culture of Honesty'. Each student is responsible to inform themselves about those standards before performing any academic work.

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