Cranial cruciate ligament rupture(CCLR)
Also known as: Kreuzbandriss · Vorderer Kreuzbandriss · CrCLR · Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture · Cruciate Ligament Injury · …
Overview
What it is
A rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is a tear in one of the main stabilizing ligaments inside the dog's knee joint. Unlike in humans, where this is often an acute sports injury, in dogs it usually results from a gradual, genetically influenced weakening of the ligament over time. This tearing leads to painful instability in the joint and accelerates wear on the surrounding joint cartilage.
How it presents
Owners typically notice sudden or slowly worsening limping in a hind leg, or the dog holding the leg out to the side when sitting. While it can happen at any age, it most commonly affects middle-aged, medium-to-large breed dogs.
Treatment
This condition is highly treatable, usually requiring a one-time surgical stabilization of the knee joint followed by rehabilitation. Treatment costs generally range from 2,000 to 6,000 EUR, and long-term management for secondary joint wear may be needed.
How it's tested
Affected breeds
1 of 1 breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Cranial cruciate ligament rupture?
A rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is a tear in one of the main stabilizing ligaments inside the dog's knee joint. Unlike in humans, where this is often an acute sports injury, in dogs it usually results from a gradual, genetically influenced weakening of the ligament over time. This tearing leads to painful instability in the joint and accelerates wear on the surrounding joint cartilage.
How is Cranial cruciate ligament rupture tested?
Various clinical and genetic tests are used depending on the breed and presentation.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Ca de Bou.