My BFF Mojo Won unfortunately had no chance , just a miracle. I am so sad! Read below his diagnosis! I am in shock how quickly that can happen with us! RIP! my BFF! Myelomalacia (in non medical language: SYNDROME OF OCCLUSION OF THE ANTERIOR SPINAL ARTERY AT THE FIFTH CERVICAL CORD SEGMENT) is ischemic or hemorrhagic necrosis of the spinal cord that can occur following acute spinal cord injury, and represents extensive damage of the intramedullary spinal vasculature. Diffuse progressive myelomalacia is a unique form that progresses cranially and caudally from an initial locus. The exact pathophysiology is poorly understood but it seems to be the result of the concussive effects of trauma, ischemia, and the release of vasoactive substances, oxygen free radicals and cellular enzymes. Signs : progressive spinal cord neurological signs. Diagnosis : MRI, myelography. Treatment : none. Prognosis : hopeless - animals will die within 2-3 days of diagnosis.
Posted on: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 17:14:49 +0000
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