Pharyngeal function in dogs with laryngeal paralysis before and after unilateral arytenoid lateralization

Acquired laryngeal paralysis (LP) is a form of upper airway obstruction that typically affects older, medium-to-large breed dogs. The inability to abduct the arytenoid cartilages leads to the primary clinical signs associated with the condition: inspiratory stridor and varying degrees of respiratory difficulty, stress, and exertion. Studies have documented a generalized neuropathy in dogs previously considered to have a localized disorder termed idiopathic laryngeal paralysis (ILP). LP may be caused by degeneration of the recurrent laryngeal nerve that innervates the muscles of the larynx.
Source: Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery - Category: Veterinary Research Tags: Surgery (Soft Tissue) Source Type: research