Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Permanent tracheostomy surgery and recovery in eight dogs
By Pieczynski, Jordan D et al.·Published in Veterinary surgery : VS·2024·Department of Surgery, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Description of a cricotracheostomy technique for permanent tracheostomy in eight dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Eight dogs with breathing problems due to upper airway obstruction underwent a surgical procedure called cricotracheostomy (CT) to create a permanent opening in their necks for better airflow. After the surgery, all dogs recovered well, and their owners reported a significant improvement in their pets' quality of life. While some dogs needed additional skin surgery, the overall results were positive, with no major complications. This technique seems to be a reliable option for dogs needing long-term airway support.
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe and report the outcome of a cricotracheostomy (CT) technique for the creation of a permanent upper airway ventral cervical stoma in dogs. STUDY DESIGN: Short case series. ANIMALS: Eight client-owned dogs. METHODS: Upper airway obstruction due to various disease processes was confirmed via upper airway examination and appropriate imaging. Medical records were reviewed to assess complications experienced during and following permanent CT. Owner questionnaires regarding quality of life (QoL) following permanent CT were performed. RESULTS: All dogs experienced a routine recovery. The CT provided a robust dorsolateral. wall to the stoma from the cricoid cartilage. The stomata did not show any evidence of dorsal wall collapse or stenosis. Four dogs required further skin fold resection. The high position of this stoma also appears to be appropriate functionally with bilateral cervical skin fold resections. The owner questionnaires reported high satisfaction in the postoperative QoL. CONCLUSION: CT was feasible and led to a reliable outcome for surgical patients and improvement in QoL. Comparative clinical investigation of the CT technique with traditional permanent tracheostomy techniques is indicated to definitively prove the validity and any superiority of the CT technique.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39367546/