Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical procedures of the thorax.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Anderson, David E & St Jean, Guy
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
Abstract
Thoracic disease is common in cattle and is a significant cause for economic losses in the stocker and feedlot industries. In most cases, economic constraints limit diagnostic investigation and affect treatment options. Although medical management is, by far, the most appropriate therapeutic intervention in such cases, surgical management of some respiratory diseases can allow for profitable return to productivity. Surgical procedures of the thorax most often involve thoracotomy or pericardiotomy. Tracheal reconstruction and invasion of the mediastinum are rarely indicated in cattle.
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