Collapsing Trachea Flashcards
1
Q
What is Collapsing Trachea?
A
Tracheal rings lose their ability to remain firm
2
Q
When does the Trachea collapse?
A
During respiration
3
Q
Collapsing trachea is a Progressive disease that commonly affects which dog breed?
A
Yorkies
4
Q
What are the clinical signs of Collapsing Trachea?
A
Harsh, dry, goose honk cough that worsens with exercise or excitement
5
Q
What clinical signs are often concurrent with Collapsing Trachea?
A
Signs of heart disease
6
Q
Diagnosis of Collapsing Trachea
A
-Palpation= cough
- Radiology
- Bronchoscopy
7
Q
Drug treatment of Collapsing Trachea
A
Antitussives, Glucocorticoids, and Bronchodilators
8
Q
Surgical treatment of Collapsing Trachea
A
Artificial rings (cervical)
Stents (thoracic)
