Finnsliz Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 (edited) Good news.... It's NOT cancer ... it is infectious/inflamatory. Culture revealed a common bacteria that can be treated with a wide spectrum of antibiotics. Bad news... if that doesn't work then treatment is the same as bone cancer... amputation.. Finn is NOT a candidate for amputation as he has a very compromised right leg. Dr Couto is still on the case and consulting with my vet for the best treatment options. that the antibitics work :luck Has anyone had a dog with a bone infection that was treated surgically? (We are talking removing the effected area of bone and implanting bone from hip.) Specifically I would like to know 1 How painful was the proceedure? 2 Recovery time? 3 Was it successful? .....and most importantly, in hindsight, would you do it again if you had to? Edited May 16, 2007 by Finnsliz Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Didn't LynnM's boy go through a horrible bone infection? Did you email Ohio State? Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnsliz Posted May 3, 2007 Author Share Posted May 3, 2007 <br />Didn't LynnM's boy go through a horrible bone infection?<br /><br />Did you email Ohio State?<br /><br /><br /><br /> Yes Dr Couto is involved. Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feemandvm Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 I've not had to go to that extent w/ one of my own dogs or one of my patients... if it got to that point I'd likely refer to OSU to make sure that was the best option. Quote Bill Lady Bella and Sky at the bridge "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." -Anabele France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LynnM Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Yes, I've had a couple of dogs that needed surgical debridement, but not full-thickness pieces of bone removed. That's way more involved than what we've done here. Agreed with getting a second opinion. Best of luck! Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trudy Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Is there anybody in the Boston area that does that procedure? See if your vet can find somebody for you and give them a call. I don't know of anybody that's done anything like that, so I can't offer you my opinions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPDoggie Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 No advice... just thoughts and prayers Had Kingsley needed to have had bone removed from above his eye in Feb, Karen Pastor at the Mass Vet Referral Hosp in Woburn would have been who would have done it. We think very highly of her and her bedside manner and talent at her surgical techniques. Quote Amy and Tim in Beverly, MA, with Chase and Always missing Kingsley (Drama King) and Ruby (KB's Bee Bopper). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DoofBert Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Just sending good thoughts. No experience here. Has anyone had a dog with a bone infection that was treated surgically? (We are talking removing the effected area of bone and implanting bone from hip.) Specifically I would like to know 1 How painful was the proceedure? 2 Recovery time? 3 Was it successful? .....and most importantly, in hindsight, would you do it again if you had to? Actually, Tim had a bout with osteomeylitis last year. He didn't need srugery as the inflammation/infection went away after courses of antibiotic. His bone specialist was Dr. Spence Reid of Hershey PA Good thoughts your way......is this for one of your hounds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heyzq Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Liz -- I wish I had some iformation that could be of help. But I do want to send caring thoughts your way. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnsliz Posted May 4, 2007 Author Share Posted May 4, 2007 No advice... just thoughts and prayers Had Kingsley needed to have had bone removed from above his eye in Feb, Karen Pastor at the Mass Vet Referral Hosp in Woburn would have been who would have done it. We think very highly of her and her bedside manner and talent at her surgical techniques. I have met with Dr Pastor in the past with Finn. She is very sweet and a good friend of my vet. I have seen significant growth since 4/22 Finn has an appt on Monday. We will see what the doctor says and go from there. Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPDoggie Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Keep us updated as to what you learn. Prayers for you and Finn Quote Amy and Tim in Beverly, MA, with Chase and Always missing Kingsley (Drama King) and Ruby (KB's Bee Bopper). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shirley Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Oh just read this Liz I hope all will be well with Finn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Sending prayers for Finn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Sending prayers and good thoughts for Finn. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosmom Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Prayers for Finn and hugs for all of you. Quote Aero: http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=kees+uncatchable; our bridge angel (1/04/02-8/2/07) Snickers; our bridge angel (1/04/02-2/29/08) Cricket; Kanga Roo: oops girl 5/26/07; Doctor Thunder http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=P_31Oj&a...&birthland= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted May 6, 2007 Share Posted May 6, 2007 No experience with this but Dr. Melissa Dudley at VCA Northboro shouldn't be too far from you. She is a board certified orthpedic surgeon and has lots and lots of grey experience. She is excellent, should you need a surgeon. She operated on my guy Stretch's broken leg and you'd never know he even had an injury. Hugs to you and Finn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnsliz Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Friends with benefits Thanks Trudy Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flint Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 So glad it's not cancer. Will continue to send good thoughts and prayers for a full recovery. Those treats should help him feel better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPDoggie Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Glad it's not the eveil C word, but I do pray for the antibiotics to do their job, or else this diagnosis is not much better than one of cancer. Come-on antibiotics! Quote Amy and Tim in Beverly, MA, with Chase and Always missing Kingsley (Drama King) and Ruby (KB's Bee Bopper). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lala Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 How is Finn feeling today? Here is hoping that the antibiotics are working their magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosmom Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Thinking of Finn. Hope he shared those yummy treats with his sisters. I hope the antibiotics are kicking in. Quote Aero: http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=kees+uncatchable; our bridge angel (1/04/02-8/2/07) Snickers; our bridge angel (1/04/02-2/29/08) Cricket; Kanga Roo: oops girl 5/26/07; Doctor Thunder http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=P_31Oj&a...&birthland= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Sending prayers the antibiotics do the trick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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