Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Young related pugs with neck spinal cysts causing limb skin sores
By Rohdin, C et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2014·Department of Clinical Sciences·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Cervical spinal intradural arachnoid cysts in related, young pugs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Seven young pugs were brought to the vet with skin abrasions on their front legs and signs of neurological problems, like difficulty coordinating their movements. After imaging tests, the vets found that these pugs had cervical spinal intradural arachnoid cysts, which are fluid-filled sacs in the spinal cord, and some also had a related condition called syringohydromyelia. The family history suggested that this might be a genetic issue affecting these pugs. It's important for pet owners to know that if their young pug shows similar symptoms, they should consult their veterinarian for further evaluation and possible treatment options.
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Abstract
Seven related young pugs were diagnosed with cervical spinal intradural arachnoid cysts by magnetic resonance imaging (n = 6) and myelography (n = 1). All dogs were presented with skin abrasions on their thoracic limbs and non-painful neurological deficits, indicating a C1-T2 myelopathy. In all six dogs examined by magnetic resonance imaging not only the spinal arachnoid cyst but also a concomitant, most likely secondary, syringohydromyelia was confirmed. Pedigree analysis suggested a genetic predisposition for spinal arachnoid cysts in this family of pugs. Generalised proprioceptive deficits more pronounced in the thoracic limbs suggesting a focal cervical spinal cord lesion, with concomitant skin abrasions on the dorsal aspect of the thoracic limbs in a young pug, should alert veterinarians to the possibility of cervical spinal arachnoid cysts.
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