Author(s): University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Adult Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis)
History
Unknown trauma; presented with complete fracture of RIGHT tibiotarsus
Diagnostics and Exam Findings:
See attached radiographs
Laser Treatment
4W at CW for 840 Total Joules
Frequency of Treatment
3-4 times weekly over 19 days (8-10 total treatments)
Other Treatments
Meloxicam (1mb/kg PO BID 8 days) and initial surgical fixation (failed)
Presentation
Surgical fixation performed but was inadequate, hardware removed due to complications
19 days after surgery, post 8-10 laser treatments