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Merino sheep and Murciano-Granadina goats are suitable animal models for modified Caldwell-Luc procedure training due to their bone thickness and membrane characteristics. Pigs are less suitable due to excessive bone thickness.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Anatomy
  • Surgical Training Models
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • The modified Caldwell-Luc procedure is a critical surgical technique.
  • Effective training requires appropriate animal models that mimic human anatomy.
  • Existing models may not fully replicate the necessary anatomical features.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate Merino sheep, Murciano-Granadina goats, and Large-White pigs as potential animal models for modified Caldwell-Luc procedure training.
  • To assess cortical bone thickness, Schneiderian membrane characteristics, and oral approach feasibility in these species.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative anatomical study using fresh heads and skulls from sheep, goats, and pigs.
  • 3D imaging (C-arm) for skull analysis.
  • Performance of the modified Caldwell-Luc procedure on fresh heads.
  • Assessment of cortical bone thickness and Schneiderian membrane properties.

Main Results:

  • Sheep and goats exhibited an average cortical thickness of 2.03 mm, suitable for the procedure.
  • The Schneiderian membrane in all three species was easily released and elevated.
  • An oral approach to the maxillary sinus required surgical enlargement of the buccal vestibule in all tested species.

Conclusions:

  • Merino sheep and Murciano-Granadina goats are excellent models for modified Caldwell-Luc procedure training, offering appropriate bone and membrane characteristics.
  • Pigs possess excessively thick cortical bone, limiting their utility for this specific training.
  • Surgical enlargement of the buccal vestibule is necessary for an oral approach in sheep and goats.