Osteochondritisdissecans (OCD or OD) is an inflammatory disease that results when the diseased cartilage is removed from the underlying tissue. It more usually affects the joint of the shoulder, but the elbow, hip, or knee\u00a0can also be affected.<\/p>\n
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What Are The Most Common Causes Of Osteochondrosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n Genes are known to be the primary cause of osteochondrosis. Much of the study has been conducted on the elbow, where genetics plays a crucial role. Nutrition, exercise, and environment can also be other factors.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Signs And Symptoms Of OsteochondritisDissecans (OCD) <\/strong><\/p>\n Many OCD dogs begin to display clinical symptoms when they are 1 year old, but sometimes signs can appear when the dog is older. The clinical symptoms are complex, depending on the joint affected and the size of the cartilage defect. The most common signs shall include:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n How Is OsteochondritisDissecans (OCD) Diagnosed?<\/strong><\/p>\n Many dogs are considered to have lameness that worsens with heavy exercise and extended rest. In certain cases, no apparent affected leg can be identified, since osteochondritisdissecans is present in both limbs.X-rays are mostly diagnostic, but other examinations, including X-rays with contrast inside the joint, CT scan, or MRI, can be used in more complicated situations.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n