Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Horse with epiglottic entrapment - what to know
By Ordidge, R M·Published in The Veterinary record·1977·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Epiglottic entrapment in the horse.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Epiglottic entrapment is a condition in horses where the epiglottis, a flap that helps with breathing, gets trapped. In a study of four horses, each had a unique history that showed this problem can happen for different reasons, either from birth or due to other factors. The researchers emphasized the importance of using a detailed endoscope examination to properly diagnose this issue. The treatment involved surgery to correct the entrapment, and while the abstract does not specify the outcomes for each case, it highlights the complexity of the condition.
Abstract
The diagnosis and surgical correction of epiglottic entrapment is described. Four cases are presented each with a different history. They serve to illustrate that the aetiology is complex, being either congenital or acquired. The use of a thorough endoscope examination is stressed in order to successfully diagnose this condition.
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