Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Myelomeningocoele and a dermoid sinus-like lesion in a French bulldog.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2013
- Authors:
- Ployart, Stéphane et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Internal Medicine (Bomassi · France
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
A 2-year-old male French bulldog was presented for investigation of lumbosacral pain and hindlimb ataxia associated with urinary and fecal incontinence. Survey radiography, myelography, and computed tomography images were suggestive of a dermoid sinus with associated spina bifida. Surgical intervention led to a resolution of pain and neurological deficits. Histopathological analysis of the excised tissue was compatible with a myelomeningocoele of the 7th lumbar vertebra.
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