The 3mm flexible endoscope can be used for examination and treatment of multiple small natural cavities such as the nasal cavity, trachea, bronchi, ear canal, and urethra. It is particularly convenient for handling respiratory tract foreign bodies.
An 8-year-old female pet dog, a Poodle weighing 1.5kg, may have inhaled grass during play, and clinically presented with sudden sneezing.
The owner suspected that the dog inhaled the grass, and brought it to the hospital for endoscopic removal of the foreign body from the nasal cavity.
The use of nasal endoscopy avoided the need for surgical incision, allowing the grass lodged deep within the nasal cavity to be directly retrieved. In addition, suspicious masses were also found within the nasal cavity, enabling the early detection of potential diseases. This not only alleviated the animal’s discomfort but also ensured its well-being.
For respiratory system diseases, we typically recommend performing a CT scan first to identify any abnormalities. If any abnormalities are detected, an endoscopy can be performed to take samples for further analysis, providing the best solution for the health and well-being of the patient.