Veterinary orthopedic surgery in Casablanca
A sudden limp, an accident, a fall from a balcony: when a bone breaks, every week counts. Dr Bassir, veterinary surgeon in Casablanca for over 20 years, treats dog and cat fractures and dislocations with osteosynthesis — control X-rays, a written rehabilitation plan and close follow-up until full weight-bearing.
When orthopedic surgery becomes necessary
Not every limp requires surgery — but some fractures never heal without it. This is true of displaced fractures, articular fractures, femoral and tibial fractures in growing animals, and all open fractures where bone communicates with the outside.
Diagnosis relies on X-rays, taken on site at the clinic, often the same day as the consultation. They confirm the fracture, define its type and plan the intervention: plates and screws, intramedullary pins or cerclage wires depending on location and the animal's age.
The surgical protocol, step by step
Every orthopedic surgery follows the clinic's rigorous four-step protocol.
- Pre-operative visit: palpation, two-view X-rays and a pre-anesthetic blood panel (kidney and liver function) — a written, precise quote is given before any surgery.
- Osteosynthesis: fracture reduction under monitored general anesthesia, fixation with a bone plate, pin or cerclage wire depending on the fracture pattern.
- Immediate control X-ray: it verifies hardware positioning before recovery from anesthesia.
- Discharge the same evening in most cases, with pain medication, written rest instructions and a first check-up appointment scheduled.
Rehabilitation: half the result
Successful osteosynthesis is not enough if follow-up slips. Radiographic checks at 4 and 8 weeks confirm healing, bandages are changed at regular intervals, and activity resumes in strict phases: strict rest for 3–4 weeks, short leash walks, then gradual return.
The factors of a good outcome are well known: the animal's weight, adherence to rest, and the precision of the fixation. That is why the rehabilitation plan is given in writing, tailored to each patient — an indoor cat or a working Malinois.
Fractures, dislocations and emergency cases
The clinic handles orthopedic emergencies 7 days a week through its direct emergency line: road accidents, falls from height, bite wounds with open fractures, patellar or hip luxation. Call before coming: the team will guide you through immediate first aid and receive you on arrival.
For complex cases — comminuted fractures, non-union of an old fracture, recurrent luxation — Dr Bassir sees patients in a specialized consultation with any previous X-rays.
FAQ
How much does orthopedic surgery cost at a vet in Casablanca?
The cost depends on the fracture type, the bone involved and the osteosynthesis hardware needed (plate, pin, cerclage). A precise written quote is systematically provided at the pre-operative visit — before any surgery, with no surprises.
Will my pet run normally again?
In the great majority of well-stabilized fractures, yes: radiographic healing is achieved in 6 to 8 weeks, and full weight-bearing returns progressively over 2 to 3 months. Strict rest during the first weeks is the number-one factor of a good outcome.
How long does hospitalization last?
In most cases, discharge happens the same evening as the surgery, with pain medication and written instructions. Open fractures or animals in shock may require longer monitoring.
Does the plate or pin need removal after healing?
In most cases the hardware stays in place without issue. Removal is only considered in case of a local complication (infection, pin migration) or in very young growing animals, on a case-by-case basis.
A procedure in mind? Start with a message.
Describe the situation on WhatsApp: Dr Bassir will tell you whether a pre-operative visit is needed and what it will include.
