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Upper Respiratory Investigations

We have particular expertise in this area, involving laryngeal, pharyngeal, palate, sinus, dental and ear problems. Our surgeons perform a range of corrective procedures, including the application of both the diode and Nd:YAG laser for some cases.

A range of minimally invasive techniques has been developed to deal with a variety of airway problems in standing patients, including release of epiglottal entrapment with a hook knife, injection of formalin into ethmoidal haematomas and the ablation of various soft tissue lesions by laser surgery.

Where there is an indication for more sophisticated diagnostic procedures, our CT imaging suite will offer the most technologically advanced equipment available for investigating head and neck abnormalities, including neurological disorders.

Additionally, our clinicians now have access to the latest, state-of-the-art remote dynamic endoscopic system. Significantly, the VetMed remote dynamic endoscope system does not require the use of a high speed treadmill facility. The equipment is light-weight, relatively unobtrusive and allows the use of the horse’s own tack, which makes it quick and easy to fit to the patient. Importantly, it allows a horse to be exercised in a routine manner and permits a rapid and accurate diagnosis of a multitude of conditions which cause dynamic airway obstruction and in most cases can be treated at our hospital.