Congenital diseases of the craniocervical junction in the dog

Sofia Cerda-Gonzalez; Curtis W Dewey

doi:10.1016/j.cvsm.2009.10.001

Congenital diseases of the craniocervical junction in the dog

Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2010 Jan;40(1):121-41. doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2009.10.001.

Authors

Sofia Cerda-Gonzalez¹, Curtis W Dewey

Affiliation

¹ Department of Clinical Sciences, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, T6 002B Vet Res Tower, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA. sc224@cornell.edu

PMID: 19942060
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2009.10.001

Abstract

Craniocervical junction disorders are most frequently seen in toy and small-breed dogs. They can present a diagnostic challenge, as multiple anomalies can be present concurrently and share similar clinical manifestations. Some, such as Chiari-like malformations, may be present in asymptomatic dogs. A thorough evaluation of the entire craniocervical junction, frequently using more than 1 imaging modality, is necessary before making treatment decisions.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Abnormalities, Multiple / diagnosis
Abnormalities, Multiple / therapy
Abnormalities, Multiple / veterinary*
Animals
Atlanto-Occipital Joint / abnormalities
Breeding*
Cerebellar Diseases / diagnosis
Cerebellar Diseases / therapy
Cerebellar Diseases / veterinary*
Cervical Atlas / abnormalities
Dog Diseases / diagnosis*
Dog Diseases / therapy*
Dogs
Foramen Magnum / abnormalities
Occipital Bone / abnormalities