Cruciate rupture in cats: is it the same as dogs?

• Understand the different morphology of the feline stifle
• Pathogenesis of CCL rupture is different
• CCL injury is often associated with other injuries in cats

Surgical options for cruciate rupture in cats

• When conservative management may be justified
• If/when an osteotomy procedure is required
• The isometric points for lateral suture placement in cats