Comprehensive Guide To Tie Back Surgery For Horses: Enhancing Respiratory Health And Athleticism
Tie back surgery is a surgical procedure performed on horses to address upper respiratory tract issues, particularly those affecting the larynx. The procedure involves suturing the epiglottis to the arytenoid cartilage, improving airway function and reducing respiratory noise. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as epiglottic entrapment, arytenoid cartilage asymmetry, and laryngeal hemiplegia….