Laryngeal paralysis in dogs, also known as LarPar, is a respiratory condition that can seriously compromise a dog’s quality of life and, in some cases, become a medical emergency. In recent years, alongside traditional surgical options, the silicone laryngeal stent has gained traction as a minimally invasive alternative for keeping the airway open in certain patients. This article is based on a clinical review by Claire M. Lindo, DVM, shared by Charlestown Animal Hospital Wha

What is canine laryngeal paralysis? Canine laryngeal paralysis occurs when the arytenoid cartilages and vocal cords do not abduct properly during inspiration, causing: stridor inspiratory dyspnoea exercise intolerance cyanosis respiratory crises. In this context, the silicone laryngeal stent may be a minimally invasive alternative, useful in both emergency situations and chronic management or post-surgical laryngeal stenosis. In a series of seven dogs, the placement of a sili

Tracheal Stent Comparison: Why Silicone is the Safer Choice

Courtesy of the doctors Giulia Boi - DVM, Luca Formaggini - DVM - RCVS - GPCert SASTSClinica Veterinaria Lago Maggiore - Dormelletto - Italia Introduction Silicone Laryngeal Stent in veterinary emergencies. Emergency treatment for respiratory failure in dogs and cats can be challenging. A recent study from the Lago Maggiore Veterinary Clinic in Italy evaluates the use of Silicone Laryngeal Stents in veterinary emergency as a quick and effective solution for these cases. Objec

Courtesy of Dr. Soon-Wuk Jeong * College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Korea Jeong SW. Silicone stenting as an emergency option for treatment of canine laryngeal paralysis. J Vet Sci. 2022 Jul;23(4):e69. https://doi.org/10.4142/jvs.22199 Treatment of laryngeal paralysis in dogs with silicone endoprostheses Laryngeal paralysis in dogs is an emergency condition that worsens upper respiratory distress and causes life-threatening disease. So far, surgica

Courtesy of Marie-Laure Théron , Tomas Lahuerta-Smith* Internal Medicine Service, Veterinary Referral Center VETIVIA, 64200 Biarritz, France Treatment of laryngeal paralysis in dogs with silicone laryngeal stent Laryngeal paralysis in dogs is a progressive neurological condition that commonly affects medium to large breeds, especially as they age. Traditionally, surgery has been the preferred treatment for this condition, providing relief through surgical correction of the la

This article details immediate and long-term results in seven cases, offering a non-invasive therapeutic alternative

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Discover how effectively laryngeal paralysis in dogs can be treated with laryngeal stents, allowing for additional surgical procedures.