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Complication rates were determined for 34 radius and ulna fractures in 31 small breed dogs in which 1.5 mm to 2.7 mm cuttable bone plates were used for internal fixation. Union was achieved in all 25 dogs available for follow-up, there were 9 minor and 8 major complications, external coaptation was responsible for complications in 8 cases, 23 dogs returned to full function, and the 1.5 mm straight plate was successfully used in all dogs weighing 0.9 to 2.6 kg.
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