Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical treatment of extensive chondroid formation in the guttural pouch of a Warmblood horse.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Schaaf, K L et al.
- Affiliation:
- Redlands Veterinary Clinic 433 Boundary Rd Thornlands
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A Warmblood horse was brought in because it had a thick, pus-like nasal discharge that didn't get better with antibiotics. X-rays and a camera exam showed that there were over 200 chondroid masses (which are abnormal cartilage-like growths) in the left guttural pouch, but there was no visible swelling on the outside of the horse. The vet performed surgery to remove these masses using a special technique that allowed for good access, and the horse had no problems after the surgery. Three years later, the horse was doing well with no signs of the issue returning.
Abstract
A Warmblood horse presented with a purulent nasal discharge that had failed to respond to antibiotic therapy. Radiography and endoscopy confirmed a large number of chondroid masses (over 200) in the left guttural pouch. Despite the large number of chondroids present, there was no external swelling evident. The masses were surgically removed via a hyovertebrotomy approach that provided excellent exposure, and no postoperative complications were encountered. Long term follow-up (3 years) confirmed a successful outcome.
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