Thoracic stenosis causing lateral compression of the spinal cord in two immature Dogues de Bordeaux

Summary

This case report describes a novel developmental vertebral malformation in two young Dogues de Bordeaux, which was diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging. Both dogs were treated surgically with reasonable success.

Keywords

Dogue de Bordeaux - thoracic stenosis - dorsal laminectomy

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