Esophageal Patch Grafting as a Treatment for Esophageal Stricture in a Horse

Richard E. Hoffer, Spencer Μ. Barber, Francis A. Kallfelz, Susan P. Petro

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association · 1977 · 21 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

SUMMARY Esophageal patch grafting, using the sternocephalicus muscle, was used for treatment of cervical esophageal stricture in a mare. The mare was maintained during the initial healing phase by total parenteral nutrition.