Total open metatarsophalangeal luxation

Garonnaise heifer, approximately 8 months old, with a total open metatarsophalangeal luxation of the left limb of traumatic origin. The partial laceration of the joint capsule and soft tissues allows for the exposure of the distal end of the metatarsus. Having confirmed the absence of fractures and the preservation of blood supply to the distal end downstream of the trauma, and despite being aware of a guarded prognosis and high costs, the owner decided to proceed with surgery and an attempt at functional recovery of the limb.