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Tail end of the brachycephalic problem: diagnostic and treatment options for spinal malformations
Author(s) -
GutierrezQuintana Rodrigo,
Decker Steven
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
in practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.211
H-Index - 25
eISSN - 2042-7689
pISSN - 0263-841X
DOI - 10.1002/inpr.26
Subject(s) - medicine , congenital malformations , pediatrics , surgery , pregnancy , biology , genetics
Background : Vertebral malformations are very common in small brachycephalic breeds, such as French bulldogs, English bulldogs, Boston terriers and pugs. In many cases they are considered incidental findings, but in others they can be associated with progressive neurological deficits. Therefore, it is important to identify which cases will need further investigations, as well as how to interpret the results. Aim of the article : This article reviews the diagnostic approach and treatment options of spinal malformations that affect small brachycephalic breeds.