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 wasreferred 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 transilialpinning. Defecation and urination became normal immediately the first day after operationand dog started gaiting and weight bearing, eighth days post-operation.Clinical Relevance: Transilial pinning technique changed the non-ambulatory dog tostanding condition within 8 days, and to athletic condition within six months after surgery.