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Spinal Cord Development Disorders in Cats

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Treatment

 

Those with mild symptoms may require little treatment, whereas more severe cases may require the use of special carts to assist mobility. Surgical intervention may also help in arresting the progression or improve the course by slowing the progression of neurological symptoms.

 

In case of urinary infections, antibiotics are used to control infections. Drugs, meanwhile, are used to reduce cerebrospinal fluid or CSF pressure in brain and spinal cord.

 

Living and Management

 

Maintaining the quality of life is important in cats suffering from spinal dysraphism. Other concerns include secondary urinary tract infections, which benefit from antibiotic therapy, and constant turning of cats that remain flat. This will help prevent ulcers and urine and fecal scalds.

 

If the cat shows little response to treatment, or in cases of advanced disease, your veterinarian may recommend euthanasia.

 
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