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AI InsightIn conclusion, while thermographic evaluation is a useful diagnostic tool, comprehensive assessment of hip osteoarthritis should include radiographic examination.
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Abstract
Hip dysplasia is a common developmental disorder characterized by joint laxity and hip instability, frequently leading to osteoarthritis. Although genetic predisposition is the primary cause, alterations in joint morphology and environmental factors also play significant roles. This case report evaluates the progression of hip dysplasia to osteoarthritis in an eight-year-old male Labrador Retriever through radiographic and thermographic findings. Clinical examination revealed pain, intermittent lameness, and exercise intolerance. Thermographic measurements showed femoral head temperatures of 30.9°C on the right and 30.6°C on the left. Radiographs taken in ventrodorsal and lateral positions demonstrated loss of normal caput femoris anatomy and osteophytic proliferation. Additionally, dorsal acetabular rim remodeling and erosions were observed. Over a nine-month follow-up, the Norberg angle decreased from 87.3° to 86.6° on the right hip and from 87.5° to 85.9° on the left. In conclusion, while thermographic evaluation is a useful diagnostic tool, comprehensive assessment of hip osteoarthritis should include radiographic examination.