Search results
1. Confirm the existence of a neurologic condition. 2. Localize the lesion (ie, make a neuroanatomical diagnosis). Repeat neurologic examinations are helpful to detect subtle changes or progression of signs. This article will discuss how to perform the neurologic examination.
A diagnosis of DLSS in a dog should be based on the identification of dysfunction associated with the cauda equina and/or the presence of pain that is inducible by motion or manipulation of the LS junction, combined with supportive advanced imaging findings and having excluded alternative differential diagnoses.
18 lip 2016 · Differential diagnoses for dogs with suspected AA instability or subluxation include intervertebral disk disease, cervical trauma or spinal fracture, infectious or inflammatory disease (e.g., granulomatous meningoencephalitis), other craniospinal anomalies (e.g., syringomyelia, Chiari-like malformation), and neoplasia (of the cervical spine or ...
19 lis 2019 · The pelvic tilt test is the most specific test for localization of pain on manipulation to the LS junction. The examiner places one hand between the dog’s thighs to cradle the pubis and the other hand is placed dorsally over the LS junction, to induce extension (lordosis) of the LS junction.
AA instability occurs predominantly in Toy breeds, even though any dog can be affected. Plain radiographs can be sufficient to diagnose AA instability. MRI and CT scans are valuable tests used to investigate the integrity of the craniocervical junction and plan stabilisation surgeries.
The spine should be palpated to detect any curvature, displacement, masses, swelling, paraspinal muscle atrophy, or pain. Focal spinal pain is localizing and is helpful in determining etiologic diagnosis. Spinal pain results from bone, disk, spinal nerve or root, vertebral, or meningeal involvement.
20 kwi 2023 · Testing and diagnosis. The first step of diagnosing a possible case of AAI is a full physical and neurological exam. Imagining such as spinal X-rays, CT, and MRI are necessary to evaluate the atlantoaxial joint. Steps to Recovery.
