Signalment
Feline, 5-6 m/o, MN, Domestic Shorthair
History
Po-tator was found as a stray and surrendered to HART. On presentation he was lethargic and limping on the rear left leg.
Diagnostics and Exam Findings
Radiographs showed a fracture of the left femur. Amputation of the limb was performed with purulent discharge found at the fracture site..
Laser Treatment Details
The Post-Operative Major protocol was used to deliver 5.8 J/cm2 off contact using the Large Non Contact Treatment Head.
Frequency of Treatment
Po-tator received four treatments over the six days post amputation, starting immediately after surgery.
Other Treatments
Cefazolin, Onsior, and Gabapenti
Outcome
At six days post surgery the skin was healed with no swelling noted, and the patient was doing well. Po-tator was adopted into his forever home by the vet assistant that took care of him during his recovery
3. After three laser treatments
4. Outcome