Neurology and neurosurgery

Walking difficulties, lameness, seizures, epilepsy and weaknesses are just a few examples of symptoms that can indicate neurological problems in both cats and dogs. Generally speaking, these are all possible symptoms of disorders of the central or peripheral nervous system, which could therefore affect the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves or neuromuscular plate.

Neurological examinations, possibly supported by specific tests, can be deployed to diagnose the causes of these pathologies and therefore aid in identifying appropriate treatments.

• • Hernias of the intervertebral disc by mini-hemilaminectomy
  • Lumbosacral stenosis (cauda equina syndrome, a narrowing of the spinal canal, causing compression of the nerves of the lower back and legs)
  • Cervical spondylomyelopathy (Wobbler's syndrome, a disease of the spine within the neck, resulting in disruption of nerve signals between the brain and the body)
  • Trauma/fractures of the spine

These are just some pathologies in which neurosurgery becomes an indispensable tool to offer peace of mind for owners and a better quality of life for pets.