Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Small animalReview
- Journal:
- Companion Animal
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Gough, Alex
- Affiliation:
- Postgraduate Researcher, University of Birmingham
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Spinal problems resulting from intervertebral disc extrusion or protrusion are commonly encountered in clinical practice, with presentations ranging from chronic pain and paresis to acute paraplegia. Small breed chondrodystrophic dogs are predisposed to these problems. Surgery is often indicated, especially in severe acute cases. Three recent papers look at different aspects of disc herniation.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://doi.org/10.12968/coan.2023.0011