Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
French bulldog with back pain and incontinence from myelomeningocoele
By Ployart, Stéphane et al.·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2013·Department of Internal Medicine (Bomassi, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Myelomeningocoele and a dermoid sinus-like lesion in a French bulldog.
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Plain-English summary
A 2-year-old male French bulldog was brought in because he was experiencing back pain and trouble with his hind legs, along with issues controlling his bladder and bowels. After various imaging tests, the vet found a dermoid sinus (a type of skin growth) linked to spina bifida (a spinal defect). The dog underwent surgery to remove the growth, which successfully relieved his pain and improved his mobility. A tissue analysis confirmed the diagnosis of myelomeningocoele, a serious condition involving the spinal cord.
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Abstract
A 2-year-old male French bulldog was presented for investigation of lumbosacral pain and hindlimb ataxia associated with urinary and fecal incontinence. Survey radiography, myelography, and computed tomography images were suggestive of a dermoid sinus with associated spina bifida. Surgical intervention led to a resolution of pain and neurological deficits. Histopathological analysis of the excised tissue was compatible with a myelomeningocoele of the 7th lumbar vertebra.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24293672/