Affiliation:
1. University of Life Sciences, Romania
2. Veterinary Imaging Centre, Romania
Abstract
ABSTRACT Spinal nerve root tumors are a group of neoplasms with a low incidence in the canine population. Clinical and paraclinical examinations can be difficult because the symptoms are non-specific, with a chronic and progressive course. The aim of the study was to describe the diagnostic and treatment protocol in three geriatric patients with spinal nerve root tumors. Paraclinical examinations were routine blood tests and imaging investigations: radiography, ultrasonography, and computed tomography of the spinal segment of interest. Magnetic resonance imaging and surgery were declined in all three cases, the owners opting for drug management or euthanasia.
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