Krtek | Operace páteře | Výhřez meziobratlové ploténky
Krtek before surgery. He is dragging his hind limbs behind him—he is paralyzed. Medically, this condition is referred to as 'paraparesis'.
Krtek is a six-year-old smooth-coated Dachshund who was referred to us with acute paraparesis—paralysis of the hind limbs. Paraparesis was confirmed during the neurological examination, and immediate diagnostic workup along with potential surgery was recommended to the owner.
Four days after surgery. Krtek is already standing. He is able to take a few steps.
After general anesthesia, a CT scan was performed. This examination revealed a herniated intervertebral disc.
A herniated intervertebral disc in dogs is a common problem treated at our clinic. When addressed promptly, as in Krtek's case, patients usually make a full recovery.
Ten days after surgery. The patient is walking on his own with a mild deficit. His condition continues to improve.
Following the examination, a procedure was performed to remove the herniated disc. The type of spinal surgery in dogs used in Krtek's case is called a hemilaminectomy.
About 30 days after the procedure, Krtek was free of neurological signs.
