Health Guide: Fractures Figure 1

Fractures Figure 1

Figure 1: Closed fracture right foot
Case history and photos

History

The photos below show an adult male rat that sustained a closed fracture of the right foot. It is thought, by the owner, to have occurred while the rat was playing with other rats in a cage with wire mesh flooring.

Clinical Signs

Swelling and bruising of right hind foot.

Diagnosis

A closed, non-displaced fracture of the right foot.

Treatment

Healing occurred without treatment.

Outcome

Swelling and bruising resolved. Complete mobility of foot restored.

Photos

$fracture right foot in rat$
Photo 1: Discoloration from bruising, and swelling, can be seen to the right foot.

$Closer view of fracture$
Photo 2: Closer view of fractured foot. Note that the skin remained intact.

Photo 3: Injury resolved.

Photos courtesy of Bellaratta’s Nest Rattery

Posted on June 30, 2003, 12:02, Last updated on April 8, 2010, 14:27 | Figures