Can dogs have tracheal collapse as a result of intubation?
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Julie Settlage, DVM, DACVS-LA, CVA Veterinarian, Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon (large animal), Certified Veterinary AcupuncturistHi! Thanks for using pet coach. Endotracheal intubation can cause the trachea to become inflamed, but should not cause injury to the trachea that would cause tracheal collapse. Inflammation secondary to intubation can cause occasional coughing and it usually subsides in several days. IF tracheal collapse existed prior to the intubation, any inflammation could make the symptoms of collapse worse for a few days. I hope Dougie is ok!!
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Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Certified Canine Rehabilitation PractitionerYou are correct that intubation can exacerbate (but not cause) tracheal collapse. However, we frequently see tracheal irritation after intubation which commonly causes coughing and slowly improves after 24-48 hours. We do sometimes recommend a cough suppressant for dogs if they are having excessive coughing after intubation. I have included a link below to tracheal collapse. If Dougie is having trouble breathing, please seek medical attention immediately. https://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1527 Please let me know if that was helpful. Thanks for using PetCoach.
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