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The advantages related to the minimally invasive approach and implant removal could make the supercutaneous plating (SCP) an alternative to the traditional external skeletal fixation.

Vertebral stabilization with conventional techniques is indicated to prevent SAD recurrence.

Dogs receiving PEMF therapy following postoperative hemilaminectomy demonstrated improved wound scores at 6 wk.

The classification criteria used can help to evaluate CVJ anomalies in a more systematic way.

Collaboration between clinicians and engineers with advanced manufacturing technologies can provide a cutting-edge standard of care for patients suffering from DACSM.

The use of drill guide templates can be considered as an aid to safety and accuracy of screw placement in canine thoracolumbar instabilities.

A slower recovery is likely with increased preoperative disability, but body condition does not seem to affect the postoperative prognosis of dachshunds treated with rehabilitation.

In contrast to the findings of a previous study, the slanted slot and inverted cone slot do not appear to provide a biomechanical benefit compared with standard ventral slot.

Integrated endoscopy can be considered as an option in dogs with thoracolumbar disc extrusions or other pathology measuring within the parameters defined by this study.

The results of this study justify evaluation of this technique in horses with a diagnosis of cervical vertebral compressive myelopathy.