1st-of-its-kind keyhole surgery on a rhino, Amara, with fractured ulna at Knowsley Safari Park, marks a significant advancement in wildlife veterinary care.
Amara, a southern white rhinoceros at Knowsley Safari Park, underwent pioneering surgery after being diagnosed with a fractured ulna. Treated by a team of over 10 specialists, the operation involved key-hole surgery and was the first of its kind for a rhino. Post-surgery, Amara received platelet-rich plasma injections to aid healing. She has since recovered and returned to her outdoor habitat, marking a significant advancement in veterinary care for wildlife.
September 19, 2024
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