Rhino Undergoes World-First Surgery to Heal Broken Leg

Amara, a southern white rhino at Knowsley Safari Park, successfully recovers after groundbreaking keyhole surgery.

A team of over 10 veterinary specialists from the University of Liverpool performed the surgery on Amara at Knowsley Safari Park.
Amara had a fractured ulna in her right front leg, confirmed by radiographs earlier this year.
The surgery involved adapting techniques used for horses due to the lack of existing documentation for such injuries in rhinos.
Post-surgery, Amara wore a full limb cast for six months and was kept in a specially prepared enclosure to minimize movement.
The successful operation included the use of platelet-rich plasma from Amara's own blood to aid healing, marking a significant advancement in veterinary medicine.