Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical repair of a cleft soft palate in an alpaca.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2005
- Authors:
- Mason, T E et al.
- Affiliation:
- University Veterinary Centre Camden · United Kingdom
Abstract
A 26-day-old entire male alpaca was referred for surgical treatment of a cleft soft palate. Mandibular symphysiotomy and three-layer closure of the palatal defect resulted in primary intention healing. Despite complications related to anaesthesia the alpaca made a full recovery.
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