Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nonsurgical removal of chondroid masses from the guttural pouches of two horses.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Year:
- 1991
- Authors:
- Seahorn, T L & Schumacher, J
- Affiliation:
- Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Chondroid masses were successfully removed from the guttural pouches of 2 horses, using an endoscope, a snare, and a vacuum pump. This technique is an alternative to surgical removal of chondroid masses in patients when basic lavage of the affected guttural pouch is ineffective. Complications were not encountered. Advantages of this snare technique include avoidance of surgery and its potential complications, minimal recovery time, and minimal expense.
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