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There is an intra-articular fracture of the lateral portion of the left humeral condyle (capitulum) extending through the lateral epicondylar crest. The capitulum is displaced proximally.
 
There is an intra-articular fracture of the lateral portion of the left humeral condyle (capitulum) extending through the lateral epicondylar crest. The capitulum is displaced proximally.
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|q2=Why are Spaniels predisposed to this particular injury, often as a result of minor trauma?
 
|q2=Why are Spaniels predisposed to this particular injury, often as a result of minor trauma?
 
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In Spaniels the connection between the lateral and medial portions of the humeral condyle may be purely fibrous and contain
 
In Spaniels the connection between the lateral and medial portions of the humeral condyle may be purely fibrous and contain
 
little or no bone. This weak connection predisposes the condyle to fracture with minimal trauma.
 
little or no bone. This weak connection predisposes the condyle to fracture with minimal trauma.
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|q3=What is the prognosis for repair and
 
|q3=What is the prognosis for repair and
 
possible complications?
 
possible complications?
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The contralateral condyle should also be evaluated. If incomplete ossification is present, the potential for fracture of the contralateral condyle exists.  
 
The contralateral condyle should also be evaluated. If incomplete ossification is present, the potential for fracture of the contralateral condyle exists.  
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