Sakralagenesie · Caudal regression syndrome · Sacral dysgenesis · Agenesie des Kreuzbeins · Kaudales Regressionssyndrom · Perosomus elumbis · Congenital caudal agenesis · Sacrocaudal agenesis · Agenesis of the lumbosacral spine · Perosomus elumbis syndrome · Kaudale Agenesie
Sacral agenesis is a congenital skeletal defect where the sacrum, which is the bone connecting the spine to the pelvis, and nearby vertebrae fail to develop properly or are completely missing. This malformation destabilizes the pelvis and can compress or damage the nerves in the lower spinal cord. Consequently, the nervous and musculoskeletal systems in the lower body are severely impacted.
Symptoms are typically noticeable shortly after birth or during early puppyhood, manifesting as a shortened or missing tail, hind limb weakness or paralysis, and an unstable gait. Affected puppies also frequently experience urinary and fecal incontinence.
There is no cure for this condition, meaning treatment is lifelong and focused on supportive care like physical therapy, mobility aids, and managing incontinence. Lifetime veterinary and supportive care costs typically range from €3,000 to €12,000.
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Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.