Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Boxer dog with blocked nose from nasopharyngeal cyst fixed by surgery
By Clements, D N et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2006·Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Diagnosis and surgical treatment of a nasopharyngeal cyst in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 21-month-old boxer was brought in because it was having trouble breathing due to a blockage in the throat area. X-rays showed a mineralized mass, and a CT scan helped the vet pinpoint the exact location of the cyst. The vet successfully removed the cyst through surgery, and the dog’s breathing problems completely resolved afterward. The cyst was likely formed from leftover tissue from early development.
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Abstract
A 21-month-old boxer dog was presented with clinical signs caused by nasopharyngeal obstruction. A mineralised mass in the nasopharynx was identified by radiography. Computed tomography allowed accurate anatomical localisation of the cystic lesion and identification of an ossified wall. Surgical removal of the mass by a ventral approach resulted in complete resolution of clinical signs. Histopathological examination strongly suggested that the cyst was derived from remnants of Rathke's pouch.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17076792/