hi, my 8 month old Rex has just been diagnosed with ED today in both legs, he has had his arthroscopy today and now I've been advised to have the PAUL procedure as the next step. Has anybody experienced this, or know the outcome long term?
Hi Ashleigh. welcome to the forum. Sorry to hear of Rex's diagnosis. I'm afraid I haven't heard of that particular procedure but there a several members here who have had ED surgery and hopefully they can give some advice. My own experience is HD, and no operation, so a little different. jac
Ashleigh, what type of ED does he have? Was the arthroscopic procedure for evaluation only or did they remove fragments or loose cartilage? I have had two dogs with ED, my first lived to 12 and had a great life, his gait was altered and he did have an occasional limp but all in all his quality of life was good. My second boy had FCP surgery 3 months ago and now you wouldn't know he had an issue unless I told you. Before the last surgery I did a lot of research, I know I read about the PAUL procedure so there is some literature / opinions out there. My only question is why is the vet recommending the PAUL procedure already?
He's got fragmentation of the coronoid process in both elbows, they did the arthroscopy for investigation and they did remove some cartilage at the same time. Afterwards he was like a different dog. When we went back for the check up the specialist explained to us that if he was to have the PAUL procedure (in both elbows) it would minimise the progression of arthritis and make him a lot more comfortable in the long run, he also has prescribed food aswell which has made a difference. He had the first leg done on Tuesday, he has to have complete cage rest for 6 weeks not even allowed to wander around the house which is breaking my heart seeing him so bored. It's so nice to hear that people have experienced ED and that their dogs have still had a normal active life. Just can't wait for it all to be over. He's having his second leg done in the next 4 weeks, then another 6 weeks complete cage rest. He's not even allowed to chew anything incase he holds it in his arms. Does anybody have any ideas on how to mentally stimulate him?
