Questions tagged [femoral head]

What are the genetic causes of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease in dogs?

Category: Genetics

Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, also known as avascular necrosis of the femoral head, is a condition that primarily affects small and toy breed dogs. It is characterized by the degeneration of the femoral head, which is the ball part of the hip joint. This degeneration occurs due to a disruption in the...