ACL tear surgery in small animals

Research a common small animal Surgical Procedure (ACL tear.). Write a 4 page summary. Must be typed in MLA format (Not typed = no credit) Due at the end of Week #3! Must include: 1 Cover Page, 2 Pages (Minimum) of Essay Content, and 1 Works Cited/References Page. You must complete this project to pass this module If you would like Mrs. B to review your Rough Draft and provide feedback before you submit, please email it to her at **************** ________________________________________________ Address the following topics in your paper in order to receive full credit: 1) Describe why an animal would need this surgery? What are the symptoms associated with the condition that requires this surgery? 2) Is this a common or rare surgery and how is it diagnosed? (Specific bloodwork, radiographs) 3) Can this surgery be prevented? Is this surgery elective? Does this surgery need to be performed immediately or can it be scheduled for a later date? Why or why not? 4) What are some possible complications of this surgery? 5) Is this a one-time surgery or is there a possibility that it may need to be repeated in the future? 6) Describe the surgical procedure (include images) 7) What surgical instruments are used during this procedure? 8) Will the patient need to be hospitalized for more than one day after the procedure? If so, why and how long is the average time of hospitalization? 9) As a veterinary assistant, what is your role in helping to treat this animal? 10) What special considerations will you need to discuss with the client for at-home care? 11) Will the patient need any particular follow-up care? Is a re-check exam needed? 12) How would you educate the owner regarding this procedure? ___________________________________________________________