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What is the primary role of the left cricoarytenoid muscle in equine respiration?
What is the primary role of the left cricoarytenoid muscle in equine respiration?
- To maintain a closed larynx during swallowing.
- To pull the arytenoid cartilage away during inspiration. (correct)
- To assist with the expulsion of air during expiration.
- To provide structural support to the larynx.
Which pathogen is primarily associated with necrotic laryngitis in calves?
Which pathogen is primarily associated with necrotic laryngitis in calves?
- Parainfluenza Virus 3 (PI-3)
- Bovine Respiratory Syncytial Virus (BRSV)
- Dictyocaulus viviparus
- Fusobacterium necrophorum (correct)
What clinical sign is typically observed in a horse diagnosed with laryngeal hemiplegia?
What clinical sign is typically observed in a horse diagnosed with laryngeal hemiplegia?
- Nasal discharge
- Dysphagia
- Coughing fits
- Roaring noise during inspiration (correct)
Identifying which feature is NOT associated with Equine COPD (heaves):
Identifying which feature is NOT associated with Equine COPD (heaves):
Which of the following represents the most common parasitic cause of bronchitis in bovines?
Which of the following represents the most common parasitic cause of bronchitis in bovines?
What is the clinical significance of a 'heave line' in horses?
What is the clinical significance of a 'heave line' in horses?
Which viral infections are commonly associated with tracheitis in cattle?
Which viral infections are commonly associated with tracheitis in cattle?
What describes the pathogenesis of equine heaves?
What describes the pathogenesis of equine heaves?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of bronchiectasis?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of bronchiectasis?
Which condition is characterized by a significant increase in mucus production and airway obstruction due to inhalation of dust and allergens?
Which condition is characterized by a significant increase in mucus production and airway obstruction due to inhalation of dust and allergens?
Study Notes
Laryngeal Hemiplegia
- Left cricoarytenoid muscle is responsible for pulling the arytenoid cartilage during inspiration.
- Damage to left laryngeal nerve causes atrophy of the left cricoarytenoid muscle.
- This leads to the dropping of the cartilage and narrowing of the larynx.
- This causes a noisy inspiration (roaring) and the horse is called a "roarer".
Necrotic Laryngitis (Calf Diphtheria)
- It affects the pharynx, larynx, and oral cavity of calves.
- Caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum, which is normally found in the animal's flora.
- Stressed calves with dust or virus exposure can lead to damage of the laryngeal mucosa.
- This forms a Fibrinonecrotic Membrane, Diphtheritic Membrane, or Fibrinous Membrane.
Tracheitis in Cattle
- Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR)
- Bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV)
- Parainfluenza virus 3 (PI-3)
Parasitic Bronchitis
- Most common forms:
- Dictyocaulus viviparus (Bovines)
- Dictyocaulus filariae (Ovine)
- Inflammation of the bronchioles = bronchiolitis
Bronchiectasis
- Dilation of the bronchial lumen.
Equine Heaves
- Also known as Equine COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) or Equine Asthma.
- Allergic disease of horses.
- Cause: Inhalation of dust and allergens.
- Pathogenesis: Mild bronchiolar inflammation and severe goblet cell metaplasia, resulting in mucus production and airway obstruction.
- Grossly:
- Difficult expiration
- Compensatory hypertrophy of the abdominal muscles (heave line)
- Pulmonary emphysema
- Microscopically:
- Severe Bronchiolar Goblet Cell Metaplasia
- Mucus Plugs in the Lumens
- Presence of Some Inflammatory Cells
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This quiz focuses on the pathology of laryngeal conditions in cattle and calves, including Laryngeal Hemiplegia and Necrotic Laryngitis. Participants will explore the causes, symptoms, and impact of various laryngeal infections and conditions. Ideal for veterinary students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of respiratory diseases.
