Pet Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery
Discover Unsurpassed Care for Your Pet
Every pet has its originality, which extends to its surgical needs, just like human fingerprints are distinctive. Urbanvet is an expert at customizing surgical procedures for each pet’s needs. Urbanvet’s surgical approach is tailored to each patient’s specific needs, whether they require complex treatments like TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy), TTA (tibial tuberosity advancement), FHO (femoral head ostectomy), MPL (medial patellar luxation) correction, foreign body extraction, or mass removal.
At UrbanVets, we understand that your pet’s well-being is a top priority. When it comes to addressing orthopedic or soft tissue issues, surgery can be a transformative solution. In the information below, we’ll explore the world of orthopedic and soft tissue surgery for pets, explaining the procedures, their benefits, and how they can improve your furry friend’s quality of life.
Benefits for Your Precious Companion
- Renewed Mobility: Our orthopedic surgeries provide a lifeline for pets grappling with joint issues, such as TPLO and TTA procedures. By addressing these concerns, we restore their ability to experience the happiness of unrestricted movement, granting them a renewed lease on life. Witness the transformation as they reclaim the joy in every step, running, playing, and embracing an active, pain-free existence once more.
- Pain Alleviation: Complex soft tissue surgeries like Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) and Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL) are transformative for pets. These procedures relieve pain, restoring their ability to move and play without discomfort. With FHO, damaged hip joints find relief, while MPL corrects kneecap misalignment. Such surgeries grant pets a renewed chance at a comfortable and joyful life.
- Enhanced Life Quality: Foreign body extraction and mass removal surgeries ensure your pet’s safety. These procedures eliminate potential dangers, safeguarding your beloved companion’s overall well-being. Swift and precise medical interventions prevent discomfort and contribute to a longer, healthier life for your pet.
- Unbreakable Bonds: Urbanvet goes beyond conventional pet care. Our services encompass more than just physical healing; they extend to fostering the emotional bond you share with your beloved companion. By providing comprehensive care, we ensure not only the well-being of your pets but also the cultivation of a lasting and profound companionship that enriches your lives for years to come.
Modern Fully Equipped Surgical Suite
Soft Tissue Surgeries
Pet Surgery at UrbanVet: As a leading Animal Hospital in Newport Beach, our clinic combines cutting-edge technology with a huge wealth of knowledge of our surgical procedures.
- Gastrointestinal disease (foreign body, enterotomy, resection and anastomosis)
- Removal of foreign body materials
- Thoracic and cardiac surgery
- Exploratory procedures and biopsies
- Oncologic and reconstructive surgery
- Diaphragmatic hernia repair
- Splenectomy
- Liver lobectomy
- Gastrointestinal and abdominal surgery
- Endocrine surgery
- Wound management
- Correction of some congenital heart defects
- Excision of tumors involving the liver, intestines, and pancreas
- Resection of large skin or subcutaneous masses requiring reconstructive surgery
- Thoracic surgery to remove lung tumors
- Resection of skin or tumors
- Reconstructive surgery
- Emergency surgery and trauma repair
- Nephrectomy
- Adrenalectomy
- Ovariohysterectomy
- Urogenital surgery (bladder stones, cystotomy, cystectomy, urethrostomy)
- Rectal / Anal gland mass excision
- Perineal urethrostomy
- Airway disease correction
- Anal gland removal
- Amputation
- Cholecystectomy
- Total ear canal ablation and ventral bulla osteotomy
- Brachycephalic syndrome evaluation and surgical improvement (BOAS)
- Portosystemic shunt (PSS)
- Arytenoid lateralization ("tie-back" for laryngeal paralysis)
- Salivary mucocele
- Wound management and reconstruction
Modern Fully Equipped Surgical Suite
Orthopedic Surgeries
Our experienced and skillful surgeons perform a wide array of orthopedic surgeries to treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system and repair common injuries experienced by small domestic pets, including but not limited to:
- Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)
- Corrective osteotomies
- Femoral Head and Neck Ostectomy (FHO)
- Fracture repairs: bone plating/screws, external fixators, IM pins/orthopedic wire and external coaptation techniques
- Cruciate ligament repair: TPLO, as well as extracapsular techniques
- Patellar luxation (MPL/LPL)
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Lameness evaluation
- Dislocated joints
- Ruptured ligaments
- Trauma-related surgery (broken bones/fractures, joint/ligament/tendon injuries)
- Platelet Rich Plasma injections for arthritis