Instrumentation and techniques for laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery in the horse.
Abstract: Equine surgery continues to benefit from advances in laparoscopic techniques. Descriptions of the normal anatomy of the standing horse and advances in instrumentation have improved our ability to perform laparoscopic surgery in both standing and dorsally recumbent horses. The common uses for laparoscopy are diagnostic laparoscopy, cryptorchidectomy, ovariectomy, and diagnostic thoracoscopy. Other reported uses include inguinal hernia repair, ruptured bladder repair, and ventral colopexy.
Publication Date: 1996-08-01 PubMed ID: 8856876DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30281-xGoogle Scholar: Lookup
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- Journal Article
- Review
- Anatomy
- Clinical Examination
- Clinical Pathology
- Clinical Signs
- Clinical Study
- Diagnosis
- Diagnostic Technique
- Disease Diagnosis
- Disease Treatment
- Equine Diseases
- Equine Health
- Horses
- In Vivo
- Laparotomy
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Post-Operative Period
- Surgery
- Veterinary Care
- Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Practice
- Veterinary Procedure
Summary
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The study discusses the advancements and benefits of laparoscopic techniques in equine (horse) surgery. It covers how improved instrumentation and a better understanding of the horse’s standing anatomy have enhanced the ability to carry out laparoscopic surgery in both upright and lying down positions.
Laparoscopic Techniques in Equine Surgery
The research puts emphasis on laparoscopic techniques used in equine surgery.
- It highlights how the understanding of the standing anatomy of horses and advancements in surgical tools have boosted our efficiency to perform horse surgery – not only when they are standing but also when lying on their back.
- This revolutionary technique makes the surgical procedure less invasive, reducing the level of discomfort for the horse, shortening the recovery time, and contributing to an overall increase in the success rate of these operations.
Common Uses of Laparoscopy
The paper also enumerates the common uses of laparoscopy in equine surgery.
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy: This procedure involves inserting a tiny camera into the horse’s body to inspect, diagnose, and during times, treat health conditions.
- Cryptorchidectomy: This surgery is for the removal of undescended testes in horses. Laparoscopic technique allows a minimally invasive approach to this procedure.
- Ovariectomy: It is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries, allowing a less invasive operation than traditional techniques.
- Diagnostic Thoracoscopy: It is a procedure specifically used to diagnose and treat health concerns in the chest and lungs of the horse.
Other Reported Uses
Other than the common uses, the report also mentions the potential application of laparoscopic techniques in a range of other equine surgeries.
- Inguinal Hernia Repair: The procedure often involves the correction of intestine displacement due to a abdominal wall rupture.
- Ruptured Bladder Repair: The laparoscopic approach provides a minimally invasive way to mend a ruptured bladder.
- Ventral Colopexy: This is a surgical procedure to prevent large colon volvulus, a severe and life-threatening torsion colic condition in horses.
Cite This Article
APA
Hendrickson DA, Wilson DG.
(1996).
Instrumentation and techniques for laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery in the horse.
Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 12(2), 235-259.
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30281-x Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Fort Collins, USA.
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Horses / surgery
- Laparoscopes
- Laparoscopy / methods
- Laparoscopy / veterinary
- Surgery, Veterinary / methods
- Surgery, Veterinary / trends
- Surgical Equipment / veterinary
- Surgical Instruments / veterinary
- Thoracoscopes
- Thoracoscopy / methods
- Thoracoscopy / veterinary
References
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