Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
MRI and CT scans show discospondylitis in a dog
By Gonzalo-Orden, J M et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2000·Department of Surgery and Radiology, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Magnetic resonance, computed tomographic and radiologic findings in a dog with discospondylitis.
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Plain-English summary
A 5-year-old mixed-breed dog was diagnosed with discospondylitis, which is an infection of the spine that can cause pain and mobility issues. Imaging tests like MRI and CT scans showed changes in the soft tissues and vertebrae, indicating inflammation and infection. While the study focused on imaging findings, it highlights the importance of these tests in diagnosing spinal issues in dogs. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and pain management, which can help the dog recover and regain mobility.
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Abstract
Magnetic resonance (MR), computed tomographic and radiographic imaging were conducted in a dog with discospondylitis. The MR findings were increased T2 and decreased T1 signal intensity of the soft tissues ventral to vertebral bodies, the end plates of the same vertebral bodies and the intervertebral disc, and are similar to those described in human with discospondylitis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10779073/