Breed-specific variations in canine spinal cord anatomy: conus medullaris and dural sac termination and filum terminale internum length

This study highlights the importance of considering breed when evaluating the caudal spinal cord anatomy. Variation in the CMT, DST, and FTIL were influenced by weight, tail-type, and breed.

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BMC Veterinary Research
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2025-10-21
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-025-05068-1
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2
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Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations
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Breed-specific variations in canine spinal cord anatomy: conus medullaris and dural sac termination and filum terminale internum length

Natasha J. Olby, Rodrigo Gutierrez‐Quintana, A Valentino
2 citations
BMC Veterinary Research
Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations
3.76
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Breed-specific variations in canine spinal cord anatomy: conus medullaris and dural sac termination and filum terminale internum length

Natasha J. Olby, Rodrigo Gutierrez‐Quintana, A Valentino
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2 citations

Abstract

This study highlights the importance of considering breed when evaluating the caudal spinal cord anatomy. Variation in the CMT, DST, and FTIL were influenced by weight, tail-type, and breed.

BMC Veterinary ResearchVol. 21(1)
North Carolina State University (US), University of Glasgow (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 6%
Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations
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