Indications for and short- and long-term outcome of permanent tracheostomy performed in standing horses: 82 cases (1995–2005)

Abstract

Results suggested that permanent tracheostomy can be safely performed in standing horses and was a viable treatment for horses with obstructive disease of the upper respiratory tract that was unresponsive to medical treatment or other surgical treatments.

Update on Diseases and Treatment of the Pharynx

“…Results of a retrospective study showed that although it was previously thought that potential issues resulting from a permanent tracheostomy could pose a problem with parturition in broodmares, this was not found to be an issue. 42 Tracheal collapse has also not been an issue according to the results in this study; however, it has been seen by the author more often in Miniature Horses after a permanent tracheostomy. This may be caused by other anatomic abnormalities in this breed.…”

“…It is also important to keep horses away from fences or doorways where rubbing the incision is possible. 42 It is imperative that horses be kept away from deep water indefinitely. Results of a retrospective study showed that although it was previously thought that potential issues resulting from a permanent tracheostomy could pose a problem with parturition in broodmares, this was not found to be an issue.…”

“…7) Broad-spectrum antibiotics are recommended for 5 to 7 days, and flunixin meglumine (1.1 mg/kg twice a day). 42 The stoma is to be gently cleaned with warm Update on Diseases and Treatment of the Pharynx compresses until the site has completely healed (30-60 days) (Fig. 8).…”

“…There have been attempts to remove portions of the scarred tissue using a diode laser or other; however, recurrence and progression are common. The most effective treatment is a standing permanent tracheostomy, 42 the procedure for which is as follows:…”

Equine laryngeal dysplasia as a cause of acute respiratory distress in a neonatal foal

“…). A permanent tracheostomy is indicated for noncompeting horses and brood mares if other surgical techniques are not appropriate (Chesen and Rakestraw ). Bearing in mind the possible heredity nature of ELD, breeding of affected horses should be considered carefully (Menéndez et al .…”