Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical iodine bandage treatment cures nasal fungal infection
By Preston, T J et al.·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2016·Murdoch University, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Surgical management of refractory nasal aspergillosis using iodine cadexomer dressings in three dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Three dogs suffering from nasal aspergillosis, a fungal infection that can cause severe nasal issues, underwent surgery after their condition didn't improve with standard treatments. The dogs had their affected nasal tissues and debris surgically removed, and their sinuses were packed with special iodine-impregnated bandages to help heal the area. After a few weeks, the bandages were removed once the tissue healed properly. All three dogs recovered well and were cured of the infection, making this surgical approach a promising option for similar cases.
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: This case series describes surgical management of nasal aspergillosis refractory to conventional medical management or with evidence of cribriform plate osteolysis in three dogs. METHODS: All dogs had surgical debridement of mucosa, nasal turbinates and necrotic debris via dorsal sinusotomy/rhinotomy. Sinuses were packed with iodine cadexomer-impregnated bandages for several weeks and affixed with tie-over bandages. Bandage changes were performed under sedation in 2/3 cases. Once mature granulation tissue covered all exposed bone, the tie-over bandages were removed and the sinusotomy/rhinotomy closed by apposing the skin edges. CONCLUSION: This technique was well tolerated, effective and afforded a cure in all three patients. It should be considered in cases of cribriform lysis or lack of clinical response to conventional medical management.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27785803/