Retrospective trial reveals favorable short-term neurological recovery in dogs with spinal arachnoid diverticulum, indicating effective surgical management.
Key Points
This research aims to assess the surgical management and short-term outcomes of a standardized microsurgical technique for canine spinal arachnoid diverticulum.
Retrospective review of clinical records from January 2021 to July 2025 including 11 dogs with progressive neurological deficits
All surgeries included dorsal laminectomy, durotomy, and microsurgical dissection, performed by the same surgeon
Cases were assessed one month postoperatively for neurological improvement.
Neurological improvement was observed in 10 out of 11 dogs after surgery.
Short-term outcomes indicated the technique's feasibility and effectiveness in promoting recovery.
Findings suggest that the technique is reliable, although long-term outcomes require further investigation.