The First Report of Surgical Treatment of Lumbar Fracture and Lumbosacral Luxation in a Dog in Iran

Case Description- A two-year-old non-ambulatory intact male Pekingese breed dog was referred to private clinic.   Clinical Findings- The clinical examination revealed non-weight bearing of hindlimbs, back pain and constipation, urinary continence with normal appetite. Treatment and Outcome-  Reduction and  stabilization  were performed by transilial pinning. Defecation and urination became normal immediately the first day after operation and dog started gaiting and weight bearing, eighth days post-operation. Clinical Relevance:  Transilial pinning technique changed the non-ambulatory dog to standing condition within 8 days, and to athletic condition within six months after surgery.