Abstract
Background: The aim of Part II of this two-part study is to describe and analyze the association of various aspects and measurements related to the morphometry of the skull and craniocervical region to CM/SM status of Pomeranians, by means of computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Methods: Prospectively, Pomeranians were included that underwent both CT and MRI studies of the head and cervicothoracic vertebral column. For those cases where qualitative classifications differed between observers, the experienced observer re-evaluated the studies and decided on a final classification that was used for further analysis. For quantitative measurements, the means of the observers’ measurements were used for analysis. Results: Among statistically significant differences in measurements, we found that dogs with SM had a significantly shorter clivus length based on both MRI (p = 0.01) and CT measurements (p = 0.01), and a significantly smaller caudal cranial fossa area based on both MRI (p = 0.02) and CT measurements (p = 0.02). Conclusions: Significant morphometrical differences were identified between dogs with or without CM/SM. The findings in this study add to those already described in other breeds and provide further insight into factors that may play a role in the pathogenesis of CM/SM in Pomeranians.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 1859 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Animals |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 13 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 23 Jun 2024 |
Bibliographical note
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Funding
This research was funded by the IVC Evidensia research fund. The APC was funded by IVC Evidensia\u2019s fund for the publication of peer-reviewed articles. Number: 9077_7504-02_KS_Craniocervical morphometry Part 2.
Funders | Funder number |
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IVC | 9077_7504-02 |
Keywords
- caudal cranial fossa
- clivus length
- computed tomography
- magnetic resonance imaging
- morphometry