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Originally Posted by dcapper  If Emma has AAI, I know its a big cost but isn't it safer to get surgery? I have been reading that if she falls the wrong way that she could be crippled or even death. I sure woudn't want to read that post if something happens to her, it would be too heartbreaking.
Atlantoaxial instability can lead to cervical spinal cord injury, the symptoms of which include: neck pain; a drunken, staggering gait; paralysis of all four legs; or sudden death.
Keep her safe Olbear! I know you will. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/atlanto...ion/page1.aspx |
I totally agree with you. I have read a great deal about AAI - There are also ALOT of members here and at the yahoo group with AAI babies.
AAI is a VERY SERIOUS condition. She should NOT be allowed to be running full force. I have also heard that there is surgery to repair the neck before it breaks, b/c once it breaks you do run the risk of death or paralysis.
IMO - the only solution for an AAI baby is surgery. Gosh, I wouldn't be able to sleep at night, just knowing that even a slight movement of the head could cause the neck to break and paralysis.
