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Red-Tailed Hawk - WTC Supplemental...
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Red-Tailed Hawk Annemarieke de Vlaming UVIS: 248064 WTC case #:14-208
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Red-Tailed Hawk
Annemarieke de VlamingUVIS: 248064 WTC case #:14-208
History & Physical Exam
● Found down in field○ unable to fold wing properly
● Crepitus on pectoral girdle○ injury to right wing
Radiology - coracoid fracture
Normal coracoid
Fracture
Coracoid bone
Plan & Treatment
● Difficult and small spot○ no surgery
● Cage Rest○ self-healing○ callus
● Laser therapy
● Mouse diet - 3 BID
Recheck Radiograph
Before After
Outcome
● Rehabilitation → AWARE○ Follow up today = Ready for release!!
● Side notes:○ Contact AWARE via e-mail - same day response○ For transport to AWARE
■ Volunteer willing to drive on wednesdays