Laser surgical treatment options for diseases of the upper respiratory tract in horses - An overview

Abstract

Diseases of the upper respiratory tract in horses can be lifethreatening, or more frequently, limit the ability of the equine athlete to perform. Traditional surgical approaches are often invasive and are limited due to anatomic considerations. This article summarizes minimal invasive surgical techniques and in particular, laser surgical techniques useful for treatment of common diseases of the upper respiratory tract in horses. © 2012 by Walter de Gruyter • Berlin • Boston.