Long Island - collapsed trachea surgery? Has anyone had surgery to correct a tracheal collapse? My 6 year old has developed a really bad case over the past year and meds aren't helping. Does anyone know of a good surgeon on Long Island? I'm nervous about considering it, so I want to do extensive research. But my poor little guy is having such a hard time breathing! |
I can't help you but I am sure someone here can. Good luck to both of you. Try doing a search. Just type in a key work in search above next to new posts. Something should come up. |
Thank you so much for that tip and your well wishes. |
Do you know if your little boy is even a candidate for surgery? Here's a YT link to someone who had the surgery done, but sorry, the outcome was not a positive one. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...rachea+surgery |
i'm not sure the name but I know that there is a specialist vey group that a lot of the vets recommend...I think it might be called Long Island Vet Specialists.. |
I found all of these by doing a search for dog collapsed trachea surgery success. From www.marvistavet.com SURGERY? If medical management does not produce satisfactory results, it is possible that surgery may be of benefit. Basically, a rigid prosthesis is placed and bonded around the trachea effectively creating a non-collapsible tube. This is largely effective as long as the portion of trachea which is collapsed is external to the chest. Should the intrathoracic trachea be involved, the surgery becomes far less successful, more expensive, and the prosthesis must be ordered according to the specific patient’s measurements. In all surgery cases, the younger the patient, the more successful the surgery is likely to be with success dropping off in patients over age 6 years. Severity of the collapse prior to surgery is not a tremendous factor in obtaining a successful outcome. This type of surgery requires a surgery specialist. From veterinarypartner.com Surgery? If medical management does not produce satisfactory results, it is possible that surgery may be of benefit. Basically, a rigid prosthesis is placed and bonded around the trachea effectively creating a non-collapsible tube. This is largely effective as long as the portion of trachea that is collapsed is external to the chest. Should the intrathoracic trachea be involved, the surgery becomes far less successful, more expensive, and the prosthesis must be ordered according to the specific patient’s measurements. In all surgery cases, the younger the patient, the more successful the surgery is likely to be with success dropping off in patients over age 6 years. Severity of the collapse prior to surgery is not a tremendous factor in obtaining a successful outcome; improvement is reported in 75% to 85% of patients. A new technique is being explored using a self-expanding stainless steel prosthesis. A study reporting results of 24 dogs receiving this treatment was published in January 2004. Of these dogs, 96% showed improvement after surgery. Two dogs died within the first week due to stent placement complications. One dog experienced some bleeding. After this 30% were reported to be completely free of symptoms, 61% showed marked improvement, and 4% continued to have symptoms. This appears to be a promising technique but has still only been used in a small number of patients. Surgical therapy of tracheal collapse requires a surgery specialist. From aspca.org If medical management produces no response in two weeks, or if severe signs compromise the pet’s functionality, surgery is recommended. Various surgical techniques have been described, but the application of prosthetic polypropylene rings to the outside of the trachea is the current treatment of choice, with an overall success rate reported to be in the 75- to 85-percent range. In general, the outcome of surgery is poorer for dogs older than six years. It is a tricky, specialized surgery that is best performed by a skilled surgeon |
:eek: Omigod, I'm so devastated reading Holly's story through that link. This is not something to take lightly. IF I consider doing it, it will be a last resort, if necessary, after all other options have been exhausted. And I did find those specialists, in Plainview - thank you. Their expertise will obviously be one resource I draw from to make my decision. Thank you so much. I need to go hug my babies right now.....:aimeeyork |
My last Yorkie, Gracie had to be put to sleep at 6 1/2 years with severe compllications of a collapsed trachea. That was 9 years ago and after a year of many, many er and reg vet visits I had to let her go. At that time, I researched the surgery through Texas A & M University vet clinic. Unfortunatley where Gracie's was collapsed was in the thoracic area and not a good outcome for surgery. When I contacted them by phone, they were so kind and helpful. They gave me their opinion and also sent me a study that had just been completed by them on CT in small dogs. It was I think 10.00 for a copy and they sent it right out. It was multiple pages and very informative. Based on this and my vets advice I did not opt for surgery. But, that was 9 years ago and many advances have been made and your baby may be more suitable for the surgery. I would definatley contact the University in your State and Texas A& M and see what info they can provide. I truly hope that surgery can help you as I know how hard it is to see them go through this and still be so young. Keep us posted. |
I will. Thank you so much everyone. |
Please call: 516-420-0000 and get an appoint with Dr. Laura Hinton - VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for Small Animal Surgery. The Center for Specialized Veterniary Care http://www.vetspecialist.com/newsite/index.php This place is the BEST!!! Located in Westbury. P.S. Roxy just had Luxating Patella surgery by Dr. Hinton (A+) Roxy also has a slight case of collapsed trachea, but no surgery is needed. PLEASE send me PM if you would like to talk futher. I live in Brookhaven and work in Melville. :) |
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