Complications are more commonly reported for French Bulldogs than Miniature Dachshunds undergoing hemilaminectomy for thoracolumbar intervertebral disk extrusion

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate differences in perioperative complications between French Bulldogs and Miniature Dachshunds undergoing a specific surgical procedure.
• Analyzed data on perioperative complications in French Bulldogs and Miniature Dachshunds.
• Compared complication rates and related costs of care between the two breeds.
• Utilized observational methods to evaluate outcomes during and after hemilaminectomy.
• French Bulldogs exhibited more complications during the perioperative period compared to Miniature Dachshunds.
• Higher costs of care were associated with the complications in French Bulldogs.
• Breed-specific differences in management and outcomes were identified.