Vertebral fractures and luxations in dogs and cats, part 1: evaluation of diagnosis and prognosis

External traumatic injuries such as those caused by road traffic accidents, fights or falls in dogs and cats, can result in vertebral column fracture or luxation. The key to successfully managing such cases is an efficient and accurate initial assessment, followed by stabilisation and immobilisation, to ensure adequate spinal cord blood flow and oxygenation. The crucial prognostic factor for vertebral column fractures or luxations is the...