New ways to diagnose and treat equine dental-related sinus disease.
Abstract: The diagnosis and treatment of equine dental-related sinus disease is often challenging. Dental-related sinus disease is common and knowledge of these diseases is becoming increasingly important in veterinary medicine. Diagnostic capabilities are continually improving, leading to early diagnostic and therapeutic successes. With advanced imaging modalities, such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, understanding of the intimate anatomic relationship between teeth and the paranasal sinuses continues to progress. There are many therapeutic options available for the treatment of these common and challenging disorders. A complete understanding of the disease, therapeutic options, and potential complications is vital to overall successful resolution of clinical signs in equine dental-related sinus disorders.
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Publication Date: 2013-05-23 PubMed ID: 23915669DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2013.04.003Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research focuses on exploring new methodologies for diagnosing and treating dental-related sinus diseases in horses, which are common yet challenging disorders in veterinary medicine. Advancements in imaging technologies and a better understanding of the disease are contributing to successful early diagnosis and treatment options.
Introduction to Equine Dental-Related Sinus Disease
- Equine dental-related sinus disease is a common issue in the field of veterinary medicine. It arises due to the close anatomical relationship between the teeth and the sinuses in horses.
- This illness often presents a challenge for diagnosis and treatment. Hence, an increase in knowledge about this disease is paramount for veterinary practices.
Improvements in Diagnostic Capabilities
- The researchers highlight that diagnostic capabilities are continuously improving, contributing to earlier and more effective treatments.
- Particularly, advancements in imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) facilitate better diagnoses by providing clear and detailed images of the affected areas.
- These technologies have enhanced our understanding of the intricate relationship between the teeth and the paranasal sinuses, thereby leading to important breakthroughs in dental-related sinus disease in horses.
Treating Equine Dental-Related Sinus Disease
- The research enumerates that several therapeutic options are now available for treating these disorders.
- However, a holistic understanding of the disease itself, potential complications, and existing therapeutic options is critical for the overall success in resolving the clinical signs of equine dental-related sinus diseases.
Significance of the Study
- This research is vital as it sheds light on the advancements in understanding, diagnosing, and treating equine dental-related sinus disease.
- It emphasizes the role of technology and increased knowledge in combating this prevalent issue in veterinary medicine, which is key to improving equine health.
Cite This Article
APA
Easley JT, Freeman DE.
(2013).
New ways to diagnose and treat equine dental-related sinus disease.
Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 29(2), 467-vii.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2013.04.003 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Surgical Research Laboratory, Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, 300 West Drake Street, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA. jeremiah.easley@colostate.edu
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Horse Diseases / diagnosis
- Horse Diseases / diagnostic imaging
- Horse Diseases / pathology
- Horse Diseases / therapy
- Horses
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging / veterinary
- Paranasal Sinus Diseases / diagnosis
- Paranasal Sinus Diseases / diagnostic imaging
- Paranasal Sinus Diseases / therapy
- Paranasal Sinus Diseases / veterinary
- Paranasal Sinuses / diagnostic imaging
- Paranasal Sinuses / pathology
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed / veterinary
- Tooth / pathology
- Tooth Diseases / diagnosis
- Tooth Diseases / diagnostic imaging
- Tooth Diseases / therapy
- Tooth Diseases / veterinary
Citations
This article has been cited 4 times.- Stieger-Vanegas SM, Hanna AL. The Role of Computed Tomography in Imaging Non-neurologic Disorders of the Head in Equine Patients.. Front Vet Sci 2022;9:798216.
- Schwieder A, Pfarrer C, Ohnesorge B, Staszyk C, Bienert-Zeit A. Comparative studies on the histological characteristics of equine nasomaxillary aperture and paranasal sinus mucosa considering topographic and age-related differences.. Acta Vet Scand 2020 Jun 23;62(1):34.
- Robert MP, Stemmet GP, Smit Y. A bilateral sinus cyst treated via a bilateral frontonasal bone flap in a standing horse.. J S Afr Vet Assoc 2019 Mar 28;90(0):e1-e6.
- Gordon DL, Radtke CL. Treatment of chronic sinusitis in a horse with systemic and intra-sinus antimicrobials.. Can Vet J 2017 Mar;58(3):289-292.
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