Respiratory Tract Endoscopy

Rhinoscopy

This procedure is used to evaluate patients with clinical signs such as sneezing, nasal discharge, nasal congestion, or nasal bleeding. It is allows visualization of the nasal cavity and the back of the throat. Rhinoscopy is usually combined with imaging such as nasal CT scan to improve the diagnostic accuracy. During the procedure, samples of tissue can be obtained for analysis to determine a cause for the clinical signs. In addition, foreign bodies can be removed.

Click thumbnail to view image with description:

Tracheoscopy/Bronchoscopy

These procedures are commonly performed together to evaluate the trachea and the lower airways. Patients with chronic cough, respiratory difficulties, pneumonia, or airway disease can benefit from these evaluations. In addition to visualizing the airways, samples can be obtained using bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) or an endoscopic brush for cytology and cultures.

Click thumbnails to view images and a video with descriptions:

Video of brush cytology from a dog's lung.

 

 

 

University of Florida

IFAS

As part of both the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and UF Health, Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to advancing animal, human and environmental health through teaching, research, extension and patient care.

IFAS

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

Animal Hospitals

Need animal care? Visit the UF Small Animal and Large Animal Hospitals. From dogs, cats, birds and exotics to horses, cattle, llamas, pigs and many other large farm or food animals, our experienced veterinary staff is ready to assist.

Animal Airwaves

Syndicated Podcast

Animal Airwaves

Animal Airwaves is a daily radio series that features one-minute segments relating to animal health, ranging from insights into animal behavior to veterinary patient care breakthroughs and trends.

Animal Airwaves