Brachycephalic Clinic
Brachycephalic dogs are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. Unfortunately they suffer from a variety of problems, the most common being Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS). The Soft Tissue Surgery service at Langford Vets are pleased to be able to offer a dedicated brachycephalic clinic.
An initial appointment is made with the owner for a thorough assessment of the severity of the disease. This can be done as a teleconsult, which can minimise stress for the dog, or in person. Further investigations for concurrent problems often associated with brachycephalic breeds may be recommended (for example oesophageal disease using fluoroscopic barium swallow, CT to assess for structural abnormalities). We will also provide owners with access to our specialist nurse advice service to help answer day to day questions about these challenging cases.
An initial appointment is made with the owner for a thorough assessment of the severity of the disease. This can be done as a teleconsult, which can minimise stress for the dog, or in person. Further investigations for concurrent problems often associated with brachycephalic breeds may be recommended (for example oesophageal disease using fluoroscopic barium swallow, CT to assess for structural abnormalities). We will also provide owners with access to our specialist nurse advice service to help answer day to day questions about these challenging cases.
If a decision is made that corrective airway surgery is required, the dog will benefit from our large and experienced team of RCVS and European Specialist surgeons alongside staff clinicians and residents who are well supported by a dedicated team of interns, nurses and animal care assistants. The perioperative management of BOAS dogs comes with a unique set of challenges which benefit from the multi-disciplinary care of our specialists in anaesthesia and emergency and critical care. Our state of the art intensive care unit ensures these animals can be continuously monitored for post-operative problems during the recovery period. They really will be in the best place possible should any complications be encountered.
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