Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
MRI and X-ray signs of spinal bone growths in dogs
By Togni, A et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2014·Clinic for Small Animal Surgery·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Radiographic and MRI characteristics of lumbar disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and spondylosis deformans in dogs.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of 18 dogs with spinal issues were examined using X-rays and MRI to understand two conditions: disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and spondylosis deformans. Some dogs showed neurological signs due to narrowing of the spinal canal, with 15 cases having issues related to spondylosis deformans. The imaging tests revealed that the two conditions had different characteristics, which can help vets better diagnose and treat them. While both conditions were present, the more severe issues were linked to spondylosis deformans.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To evaluate clinical signs, describe lesions and differences in the magnetic resonance imaging appearance of spinal new bone formations classified as disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and/or spondylosis deformans on radiographs and compare degeneration status of the intervertebral discs using the Pfirrmann scale. METHODS: Retrospective analysis of 18 dogs presented with spinal disorders using information from radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging examinations. RESULTS: All dogs were found to be affected with both disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and spondylosis deformans. Neurological signs due to foraminal stenosis associated with disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis were found in two dogs. Spondylosis deformans was associated with foraminal stenosis and/or disc protrusion in 15 cases. The Pfirrmann score on magnetic resonance imaging was significantly higher in spondylosis deformans compared with disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and signal intensity of new bone due to disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis was significantly higher compared to spondylosis deformans. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Differences between disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis and spondylosis deformans found on magnetic resonance imaging contribute to an increased differentiation between the two entities. Clinically relevant lesions in association with disseminated idiopathic spinal hyperostosis were rare compared to those seen with spondylosis deformans.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24725185/