Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgery for pets with narrow nostrils - 14 cases treated
By Trostel, C Todd & Frankel, Daniel J·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2010·California Veterinary Specialists, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Punch resection alaplasty technique in dogs and cats with stenotic nares: 14 cases.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of dogs and cats with breathing problems due to narrowed nostrils (stenotic nares) underwent a new surgical technique called punch resection alaplasty. Nine dogs had this surgery along with other procedures, while three dogs and two cats had just the punch resection. The surgery successfully opened up their airways and improved their appearance. All the pet owners reported that their pets felt better and had a better quality of life after the surgery.
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Abstract
Punch resection alaplasty is a previously unreported surgical technique for the management of stenotic nares. Nine dogs underwent the procedure in conjunction with soft palate resection and/or laryngeal sacculectomy. Three dogs and two cats were treated with the novel punch resection alaplasty technique alone. Symmetrical resection was achieved, providing excellent cosmesis. Good to excellent results were achieved in all cases, with owners feeling that their pet's overall well being was improved following surgery.
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