Cervical vertebral canal endoscopy in the horse: Intra- and post operative observations

Abstract

Cervical vertebral canal endoscopy might allow accurate identification of the compression site in horses with CVSM and aid diagnosis of other lesions within the cervical vertebral canal.

Comparison of 2 collection methods for cerebrospinal fluid analysis from standing, sedate adult horses

“…Clinical signs of subarachnoid hemorrhage in humans include pain at the level of the hemorrhage, and neurologic dysfunction . The development of subarachnoid hematoma and subarachnoid air has been described in a horse undergoing myeloscopy . The horse developed neurologic deficits after surgery that resolved within 7 days.…”

Epiduroscopy of the lumbosacral vertebral canal in the horse: Technique and endoscopic anatomy

“…When comparing the findings of this study with the description of epiduroscopies performed in the cervical vertebral canal, a few differences stand out . As opposed to the consistent 10–12 cm distance between 2 spinal nerves in the neck, the intervals between spinal nerves in the lumbosacral vertebral canal are more variable.…”

Arthroscopic approach and intra‐articular anatomy of the equine atlanto‐occipital joint

“…Extravasation of irrigation fluid was noted in all specimens in this study, indicating a potential risk of fluid/air leakage into the spinal canal. Repeated injections of electrolyte solution into the epidural space during epiduroscopy in horses under general anesthesia resulted in hypertension but was not associated with adverse effects during arthroscopy of the APJ . Fluid accumulation in the tissues external to the joint may cause external pressure and compression of the joint capsule.…”