The vet suggested a ct scan on my 7 month puppy due to a recurring limp. They did an xray on elbow and shoulder looked good but it is difficult to see coronoid process on a regular xray. So he sent xray to specialist who said only way to be sure is a ct scan. The cost is like 1500 to 1800 dollars so I am inclined to wait and see if it gets better again like it did before. From what I have read there should be swelling or tenderness in the aflicted leg but there is none. Any thoughts or first hand experience with this problem would be appreciated thanks.
He does not show any signs of pain when the leg is touched and the vrt manipulated the joints every which way no pain reactions. He does put weight on the leg going up or down stairs pulls like a tank when playing tug which mskes me doubt that is coronoid process.
give him a rest - limit activity....recurring lameness is often pano - an inflammation of growth plates in long bones.....bad elbows can certainly be evaluated on regular x-rays....if necessary, to to another vet with better equipment
I saw the xray it is a good xray but the coronoid process is a small part of the elbow thst is difficult to see hence the recommendation for a ct scan. Other research I did also stated that a ct scan is sometimes needed to clearly see this part of the elbow. But I still think there should be some signs of pain or swelling around the joint if this is coronoid process.
Here's my experience with that diagnosis. Did the CT scan, turned out to be negative, a good old country vet did a great physical exam after all that money spent, diagnosis was biceps tendonitis. Leash walk only for 4-6 weeks, no running and jumping, now all is well.
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