Osteochondrosis dissecans is a condition where there is a problem with the bones and cartilage in a joint, usually in the knees or elbows. It can cause pain, stiffness, and problems with movement. Full definition
Other factors that can increase the risk of elbow dysplasia, and of osteochondrosis dissecans in particular, include diet and growth rates (the risk is higher in large - breed dogs overfed with high energy, protein rich diets during the juvenile growth period and given excessive supplementation with calcium) and hormonal balance (predilection of males for the development of osteochondoriss dissecans). (professorshouse.com)
Other clinical diseases related to calcium imbalances include osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD), retained cartilaginous cores, radius curvus syndrome, and stunted growth. (meisterhunde.com)
On the other hand, excess calcium in growing pups has been linked with the development of orthopaedic conditions such as osteochondrosis dissecans. (k9magazine.com)