The development of tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) was a major advancement in the treatment of CCL rupture. This surgery changes the angle and relationship between the thigh …

What is TPLO Surgery? The TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) surgery has become one of the most popular orthopedic surgeries performed on dogs who have torn their cranial …

Oct 29, 2024 · TPLO was first described in the early 1980s, and a great deal of research has been done since, both to refine the technique and hardware used, and to compare its results …

TPLO, or tibial-plateau-leveling osteotomy, is a surgery performed on dogs to stabilize the stifle joint after ruptures of the cranial cruciate ligament (analogous to the anterior cruciate ligament …

TPLO surgery (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) is a standard procedure performed on canines with a ruptured CCL. Your dog may undergo this surgery to restore knee mobility upon your …

May 4, 2023 · Here’s a helpful overview of everything you need to know about TPLO surgery, what you can expect if your dog needs this surgical intervention, and some post-op tips to help …

Aug 26, 2022 · Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) surgery is a common procedure for dogs with a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). Learn what to expect from TPLO surgery and …

TPLO stands for Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy. It is a surgical procedure that involves adjusting the tibial plateau (the surface at the top of the shinbone) by cutting the bone with a …

Jun 18, 2025 · Learn more about TPLO surgery and how to help your pet during the recovery process from a Texas A&M veterinarian.

In a TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) procedure, a curved cut is made near the top of the tibia, which is then rotated to reduce the slope (this is where the “leveling” comes from) and …