Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Sudden neck disc rupture causing paralysis in two dogs that recovered
By McKee, W M & Downes, C J·Published in The Veterinary record·2008·Willows Referral Service·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Rupture of the dura mater in two dogs caused by the peracute extrusion of a cervical disc.
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Plain-English summary
Two dogs suddenly became weak and unable to walk after vigorous exercise due to a rupture in the protective covering of their spinal cords caused by a slipped disc in their necks. A special imaging test called myelography helped the veterinarian diagnose the issue. Fortunately, both dogs recovered their ability to walk without needing surgery, showing that sometimes rest and time can help heal serious injuries.
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Abstract
A rupture of the dura mater caused by the peracute extrusion of a cervical disc was diagnosed by myelography in two dogs. In both cases traction on the cervical spine resulted in contrast medium entering the ruptured intervertebral disc from the subarachnoid space. Both dogs became suddenly tetraparetic and unable to ambulate during vigorous exercise, but regained the ability to walk without surgical treatment.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18408196/