Fifty years of recurring struggles with recurrent laryngeal neuropathy

Equine Vet J. 2018 Mar;50(2):155-158. doi: 10.1111/evj.12763. Epub 2017 Nov 2.

Abstract

Recurrent laryngeal neuropathy appears to be a simple problem that should have a simple solution, yet the complexity and dynamic nature of laryngeal function is underappreciated. This review highlights the challenges and accomplishments that work towards that greater understanding of what is necessary to find a successful solution.

Keywords: horse; laryngoplasty; recurrent laryngeal neuropathy; respiratory.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Horse Diseases / pathology
  • Horse Diseases / physiopathology*
  • Horse Diseases / surgery
  • Horses
  • Respiratory Sounds / veterinary
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / physiopathology
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / surgery
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / veterinary*