title: A review of canine atlantoaxial joint subluxation.
abstract: Atlantoaxial subluxation was first reported in dogs nearly fifty years ago. Since that time a better understanding of the aetiologies predisposing to joint laxity and instability has been achieved. Surgeons however are still trying to address the problems associated with stabilizing this joint which by nature is often required in small juvenile dogs. This review describes the various techniques used, discussing the associated benefits and complications thereby allowing the clinician to make an informed decision on the best treatment for the individual patient.
authors.affiliation: Catherine Stalin, School of Veterinary Medicine, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, Bearsden Road, Glasgow, G61 1QH, United Kingdom, Phone: +44 141 3305 848, Fax: +44 141 3303 663, E-mail: Catherine.stalin@Glasgow.ac.uk.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Stalin
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Gutierrez-Quintana
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Faller
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Guevar
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Yeamans
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Penderis
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D004285:Dogs / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary
keywords: Atlantoaxial; myelopathy; spinal fixation; subluxation