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Spina Bifida Occulta
A mild form of spina bifida where only the vertebral bones are affected, typically causing no clinical symptoms. It is often discovered incidentally during radiographic imaging for unrelated issues.
Key Facts
- Only the bony vertebrae are involved without damage to the spinal cord or meninges.
- Affected animals usually show no outward clinical signs.
- It is frequently diagnosed incidentally on X-rays performed for other medical reasons.