Published in Scientific Works. Series C. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LXXI, Issue 1
Written by Marius-Mihai BĂDULESCU, Vlad Traian LUPU, Alexandru-Gabriel NEAGU, Raluca Mihaela TURBATU, Niculae TUDOR, Constantin VLĂGIOIU
Atlanto-axial instability is a condition that primarily affects small breed dogs, especially toy breeds, with a higher prevalence in young animals. These abnormalities can secondarily cause neurological disorders such as cervical pain and tetraplegia. This study aims to highlight the challenges in diagnosing atlantoaxial instability due to multiple causes, using advanced imaging techniques. The study was conducted on a 1.3-year-old female Yorkshire Terrier presenting neurological signs suggestive of atlantoaxial instability. Radiographic examination, CT scans, and MRI were performed, confirming the diagnosis based on developmental/congenital abnormalities at the occipito-atlanto-axial level.
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