The emergency spine: part 3 – potential pitfalls of the emergency spine. Issue 7 (16th September 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lowrie, Mark
• Is Part Of: Companion animal. Volume 18:Issue 7(2013:Sep.)
• Page Start: 327
• Page End: 331
• Publication Date: 2013-09-16
• Subjects: Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; Pet medicine -- Periodicals; 636.08905
• DOI: 10.12968/coan.2013.18.7.327
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2053-0889

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main" xml:lang="en"> <title> <x xml:space="preserve">Abstract</x> </title> <p>Many veterinary practitioners consider neurology to be one of the hardest disciplines. This apprehension is heightened when faced with an uncooperative patient, resulting in the clinician neglecting the neurological examination in favour of making assumptions based on the most likely cause for the symptoms with no regard as to which aspect of the nervous system is affected or even if a neurological problem is present. A short neurological examination is essential in all cases. This article highlights the ten most common mistakes made when assessing the emergency spine. In learning where errors are made, it is helpful to ensure these mistakes are not made and giving the patient the best management and care.</p> </abstract>