Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Miniature Dachshunds with spinal inflammation causing paralysis
By Nishida, Hidetaka et al.·Published in The Journal of veterinary medical science·2012·Nakayama Veterinary Hospital, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Three cases of idiopathic sterile pyogranulomatous inflammation of epidural fat in Miniature Dachshunds.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Three Miniature Dachshunds were brought in for progressive weakness and trouble walking due to a rare condition called idiopathic sterile pyogranulomatous inflammation of the epidural fat, which caused pressure on their spinal cords. The dogs underwent surgery to remove the compressive material, and while two of them showed some improvement in their ability to move, they later experienced a return of symptoms. To help manage their condition, the veterinarians prescribed oral cyclosporine, which helped keep their symptoms at bay for a longer period. Unfortunately, one dog did not regain any movement after the surgery.
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Abstract
Progressive ataxia and paralysis in three Miniature Dachshunds were found to be caused by idiopathic sterile pyogranulomatous inflammation of epidural fat between T5 and L4. All dogs were managed by hemilaminectomy and removal of epidural compressive material. Surgical findings and histopathological evaluation were necessary to diagnose epidural pyogranulomatous inflammation. A dog did not regain motor and sensor function after the surgery. Two dogs had exhibited improved neurological function after the surgery, but they recurred. Oral cyclosporine treatment was useful for their long remission. Idiopathic sterile pyogranulomatous inflammation of epidural fat can be considered to be a cause of thoracolumbar myelopathy in dogs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22467074/