By Kendra Freeman, DVM, MS, DACVS (Large Animal), DACVS (Small Animal)

Presentation

A two-year-old male neutered cat presents for a one-year history of hind limb pain and reluctance to play.

1) The name of the condition present bilaterally is:

a) Legg-Calves-Perth

b) Dysplasia

c) Avascular necrosis of the femoral head

d) A and C are both correct

2) True or false: This condition usually causes discomfort in our patients.

a) True

b) False

3) The treatment of choice for this condition is:

a) Pain management

b) Physical therapy

c) Femoral head and neck excision

Check your answers on page 2.