Neurologic Surgery
Specialty surgical care for conditions involving the brain and spinal cord.
Neurologic surgery focuses on surgical procedures involving the brain and spinal cord. Small Animal Surgical Services provides specialty surgical evaluation and care for appropriate neurologic conditions requiring surgical intervention.
Neurologic Surgical Care
Specialized surgery for conditions affecting the nervous system.
Neurologic conditions can require careful evaluation and specialized surgical planning. The appropriate approach depends on the individual patient’s condition and diagnostic findings.
SASS offers a focused range of neurologic surgical procedures involving the spine and nervous system.
- Myelogram
- Hemilaminectomy
- Ventral Slot
- Dorsal Laminectomy
Common Neurologic Procedures
A broad range of soft tissue surgical procedures.
Each procedure category is presented as an image-ready card so original SASS photography can be incorporated into the final page.
Myelogram
A diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the spinal cord and surrounding structures.
Hemilaminectomy
A spinal surgical procedure involving removal of part of the vertebral bone to provide access to the spinal canal.
Ventral Slot
A surgical approach to the cervical spine that provides access to the spinal canal from the underside of the vertebrae.
Dorsal Laminectomy
A surgical approach involving removal of part of the vertebral arch to provide access to the spinal canal.
When Neurologic Surgery May Help
Evaluation begins with understanding the individual patient's condition.
Spinal Conditions
Conditions affecting the spine or spinal cord may require advanced diagnostic evaluation and surgical planning.
Neurologic Signs
Neurologic changes may warrant evaluation by a veterinarian to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Spinal Cord Compression
When diagnostic findings indicate compression involving the spinal cord, surgical intervention may be considered when appropriate.
Complex Neurologic Cases
Cases requiring specialized surgical expertise may benefit from consultation with a veterinary surgeon.
Surgical Evaluation
From diagnostic evaluation to surgical planning.
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Review
Review the patient’s history, clinical signs, examination findings, and available diagnostic information.
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Evaluation
Assess the patient’s condition and determine whether specialty surgical evaluation is appropriate.
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Surgical Planning
Develop an appropriate surgical approach based on the patient’s condition and diagnostic findings.
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Recovery Planning
Discuss postoperative care, activity restrictions, follow-up, and other recovery considerations.
Neurologic Surgery & Recovery
Supporting your pet throughout the surgical journey.
Recovery is an important part of orthopedic surgery. The appropriate postoperative plan depends on the procedure performed, the patient’s condition, and how healing progresses.
Recovery following neurologic surgery depends on the procedure and the individual patient. The surgical team will provide patient-specific instructions for postoperative care.
- Follow activity restrictions carefully.
- Give medications as directed.
- Monitor your pet closely during recovery.
- Follow instructions regarding movement and activity.
- Follow instructions regarding movement and activity.
- Complete follow-up diagnostics when requested.
- Complete follow-up diagnostics when requested.
Important: Patient-specific postoperative instructions take priority over general information provided on this website.
For Veterinary Professionals
Coordinate specialty neurologic surgical care.
Small Animal Surgical Services works with referring veterinarians to evaluate surgical cases and coordinate specialty care.
If you have a patient with a neurologic condition that may require surgical evaluation, contact the SASS team to discuss the case and next steps.
Neurologic Procedures at a Glance
Neurologic procedures offered by SASS.
| Category | Procedures |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic | Myelogram |
| Spinal Surgery | Hemilaminectomy · Ventral Slot · Dorsal Laminectomy |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about neurologic surgery
What is neurologic surgery?
Neurologic surgery involves surgical procedures addressing conditions affecting the nervous system, including procedures involving the spinal cord.
What neurologic procedures does SASS perform?
The current SASS procedure list includes Myelogram, Hemilaminectomy, Ventral Slot, and Dorsal Laminectomy.
How do I know if my pet needs neurologic surgery?
Your veterinarian can evaluate your pet's clinical signs and diagnostic findings and determine whether specialty neurologic or surgical evaluation may be appropriate.
What happens during a neurologic surgical evaluation?
The surgical team reviews the patient's history, examination findings, and available diagnostic information before determining the appropriate next steps.
Can my regular veterinarian refer my pet?
Yes. Veterinary professionals can contact Small Animal Surgical Services to discuss a case and coordinate specialty surgical care.
How long is recovery after neurologic surgery?
Recovery varies depending on the procedure and the individual patient. The surgical team will provide specific postoperative instructions and follow-up recommendations.
Where can I find pricing?
Procedure price ranges will be published once the practice supplies and approves the final pricing information. Final estimates may vary depending on the individual patient and services required.
Specialty Neurologic Care
When your pet needs specialized surgical evaluation, start with a conversation. For appointments and surgical inquiries:
Proudly serving all of Maine
From Portland north to the Maine border, with particular focus on Mid-Coast and Southern Maine communities. Referring practices statewide are welcome.