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Rory Fentem1, Aran Nagendran1, Katia Marioni-Henry2
1Small Animal Teaching Hospital, School of Veterinary Science, University of Liverpool, Neston, UK.
The Veterinary Record
|March 12, 2023
Summary
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection in dogs is generally safe, with few complications when performed by trained professionals. This study found low complication rates during CSF sampling in canine neurological investigations.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Neurology
- Diagnostic Procedures
Background:
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection is a critical diagnostic procedure in veterinary neurology.
- Identifying potential complications is essential for safe patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and document complications associated with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection in dogs.
- To evaluate the safety and success rate of CSF sampling in a multicenter setting.
Main Methods:
- Prospective, observational multicenter study involving 102 dogs undergoing CSF collection.
- CSF was collected from the cerebellomedullary cistern (CMC) and/or lumbar subarachnoid space (LSAS).
- Pre-, intra-, and postprocedural data were collected and analyzed descriptively.
Main Results:
- CSF collection was successful in 92.6% of attempted procedures (100 out of 108).
- Collection from the CMC was more successful than from the LSAS.
- No dogs experienced neurological deterioration post-procedure, and pain scores remained stable.
Conclusions:
- Cerebrospinal fluid sampling is associated with a low frequency of complications in dogs.
- Findings support the safety of CSF collection when performed by trained veterinary personnel.
- The study provides valuable data for clinicians and owners regarding the risks of CSF sampling.
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