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Sciatic Nerve Tumor
EMG and MRI used to diagnose sciatic nerve tumor in two dogs
April 22nd, 2003
EMG and MRI used to diagnose sciatic nerve tumor in two dogs.
According to a study from Australia, "Sciatic nerve tumor was diagnosed in a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross-bred and a Bichon Frise, both presenting with chronic left hind limb lameness.
"Neurological examination in each case was consistent with left sciatic nerve deficits and this was confirmed by EMG studies. Rectal examination of both dogs revealed a palpable intrapelvic mass that was not apparent on survey radiographs," stated L.A. Abraham and coauthors, University of Melbourne, Department of Veterinary Science.
Abraham and coauthors concluded: "A...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2003-04-22)
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