Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Paranasal sinus cyst as a cause of stridor in a standardbred colt.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 1999
- Authors:
- Gilroy, B J et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Health Management
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
In this case, a standardbred colt had a fluid-filled cyst in its paranasal sinuses, which is the area around the nose and eyes. This cyst caused stridor, which is a noisy breathing sound. The colt also had significant damage to its permanent tooth buds, which are the developing teeth underneath the gums. Although the full impact of these issues wasn't clear when the colt was first examined, they are important for understanding the long-term outlook for the horse. The outcome of the treatment was not specified in the abstract.
Abstract
Sinus cysts are epithelium-lined, fluid-filled cavities that can occur in the paranasal sinuses of horses. Extensive damage to the permanent tooth buds was a significant feature in this case. The sequellae of these abnormalities, although not apparent at the time of presentation, remain an important consideration for prognosis.
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