Effect of cranberry extract on bacteriuria in dogs with disk herniation

Acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk herniation (TL-IVDH) is common in chondrodystrophoid breeds of dog such as the Dachshund. Herniated disk material injures the overlying spinal cord, and while the resulting paralysis receives much attention, the effect on bladder function is also critical to both dog and owner. Injury to the thoracolumbar spinal cord causes failure of micturition, resulting in urine retention and over flow incontinence and a predisposition to the development of bacteriuria. After spinal cord injury, recovery of hind limb function and micturition occur gradually.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Neurology Source Type: research