Abstract
Atlantoaxial subluxation is a neurological condition caused by a congenital and/or development abnormality that affects young small-breed dogs. It can also have a traumatic origin; in this case, it can affect any breed or dog at any age. In this condition, the cranial surface of the axis is dorsally dislodged towards the spinal canal, resulting in compression of the spinal cord and its nerve roots. Clinical signs vary from mild cervical pain to neurological deficits such as ataxia, tetraparesis or tetraplegia. The diagnosis is based on anamnesis, clinical signs and neurological examination, and it is confirmed by imaging. Surgical treatment encompasses dorsal and ventral approaches to reduce and stabilize the atlantoaxial joint. The aim of this work is to present a literature review on the techniques for reduction and stabilization of the atlantoaxial joint in cases of subluxation.
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