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PRE-OPERATION PRECAUTIONS FOR TONSILLECTOMY. → Stop ALL NSAIDS (aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Motrin IB, Aleve, etc.), herbal supplements (like gingko Echinacea, chamomile), high dose vitamin E, omega 3 fish oil for 2 weeks BEFORE surgery. These will increase the risk of bleeding during surgery. Tylenol is ok before surgery. THE SURGERIES.
Tonsillectomy Procedure in Dogs. The issue may be confirmed through a physical examination of the dog. X-rays may be needed to rule out the presence of a foreign body or to locate cancerous growths. If growths are found, a fine needle aspiration may be required to identify what type of cancer exists.
Typical clinical signs of BAS are listed in Table 2; dogs with these signs benefit from early surgical correction of existing primary abnormalities before secondary changes occur.
Removal is suggested when the tonsils: Protrude into the oropharynx ; Are a chronic problem or infected. Medical Therapy: If the tonsils are infected, administer antibiotics for 5 to 7 days prior to surgery. The antibiotic should be effective against common oral bacteria as well as anaerobes.
Preoperative Preparation Prescreening process. Prior to surgery, each animal is examined for any abnormalities that would exclude its suitability for surgery. The animal’s weight is verified using an electronic balance and the appropriate anesthetic dose is calculated.
Consult this peer-reviewed comprehensive guide for strategies to prevent potential airway obstruction during surgery for brachycephalic dog breeds.
See before and after photos of Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) surgical procedures routinely performed using Aesculight CO2 lasers....
