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Tail Pull Injury
A traumatic injury to a cat's tail caused by pulling, crushing, or biting forces that can damage vertebrae, ligaments, and associated nerves. Also known as sacrocaudal fracture.
Key Facts
- It frequently occurs alongside other major traumas like pelvic fractures or hind limb breaks.
- External wounds are often absent despite significant internal nerve damage.
- Prognosis depends heavily on whether the cauda equina nerves are stretched or torn.
- It is clinically classified into five groups based on neurological deficits and urinary or anal function.