3D‐printed model of a femur fracture and treatment with plate osteosynthesis in a red‐eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans)

Abstract

AbstractA 7‐year‐old, female, red‐eared slider turtle was presented with proximal diaphyseal oblique femoral fracture due to falling out of bed. A preoperative evaluation with computed tomography was performed to evaluate the fracture anatomy of the femur. The appropriate implant selection was decided upon the three‐dimensional printed model before the plate osteosynthesis. Follow‐up time for the patient was 6 months and the functional outcome was considered excellent. In conclusion, three‐dimensional printing before plate osteosynthesis has many advantages on the success rate by shortening the operation time in extraordinary orthopaedic patients, such as the red‐eared slider turtle.