Variations in the application of equine prosthetic laryngoplasty: A survey of 128 equine surgeons.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To document variations in the application of equine prosthetic laryngoplasty among equine surgeons.

Study design

Cross-sectional survey.

Sample population

Six hundred and seventy-eight equine surgeons performing prosthetic laryngoplasty.

Methods

An online questionnaire was sent to equine surgeons, including diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and European College of Veterinary Surgeons. Questions focused on participant profile, surgical technique, antimicrobial therapy, and concurrent procedures. Descriptive statistical analysis was performed on the survey output.

Results

Complete responses were received from 128/678 individuals, mostly from experienced surgeons. Most participants used 2 prostheses (106/128, 82.8%) and a s

SUBMITTER: Byrne CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10100511 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature