Pet Health Articles
PECTINEAL MYOTOMY
Pectineal Myotomy is a relatively minor procedure that involves cutting a small muscle that puts pressure on the hip joint. It results in no loss of leg function and gives good to excellent relief in 80-90% of dogs. If both hips are abnormal, both hips may be operated at the same time. The dog recovers from surgery in one to two days. However, this procedure does not stabilise the hip joint or prevent progression of arthritic changes. Within a few months to several years, pain and lameness will return.
