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Radiographs of Declawed Cat Paws

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These radiographs (x-rays) were acquired using a oblique dorsal-palmar angle. A digital dental sensor was used because of its high resolution and speed.

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Arrows indicate pathology to distal P2 cartilage. Radius shows acute angle of formed by hyperflexion of P1 and P2. Raven is walking on her amputated toes. We can see digital paw pad callouses develop from the amputated bone ends being driven into the floor.

 

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