Soft Tissue Surgery - Davies Veterinary Specialists

Brachycephalic Upper Airway Obstruction Syndrome Fact Sheet

Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) is an umbrella term for a number of anatomical abnormalities seen in dogs

Fungal Nasal Disease Fact Sheet

Fungal (mycotic) infection of the nasal and paranasal sinuses is a well-recognised cause of chronic, mucopurulent discharge in the dog.

Laryngeal Paralysis and Collapse Fact Sheet

Laryngeal paralysis occurs when the vocal folds are unable to abduct (open) in response to exercise or respiratory demands.

Perianal Fistulae (anal furunculosis) Fact Sheet

Perianal fistulation (anal furunculosis) is frustrating and well-recognised condition in the dog.

Perineal Rupture Fact Sheet

Perineal rupture occurs almost exclusively in the male dog, although rare cases are reported in the bitch, and the cat.

Portosystemic Shunts Fact Sheet

Portosystemic shunts (PSS) are abnormal single or multiple blood vessels which directly join the blood supply from the intestines to the main circulation.

Ranulas, Mucocoeles and Salivary Gland Disease Fact Sheets

A salivary mucocoele is a benign swelling of the head or neck which can usually be surgically treated.

Tracheal Collapse Fact Sheet

Tracheal collapse is a form of tracheal obstruction caused by flaccidity and flattening of the cartilaginous rings which support the trachea.