Prophylactic Screw Stabilization of Humeral Intracondylar Fissures

Humeral intracondylar fissures and the associated condylar fractures that ensue were initially a problem in the Spaniel breed dogs, but nowadays, other breeds such as the French Bulldog are also at risk. Humeral intracondylar fissure may be a cause of elbow pain and lameness or be an incidental finding. Insertion of a bone screw transversely through the condyle is performed as a prophylactic stabilization procedure to prevent development of a complete fracture.