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Debbie A Myers1, James F X Wellehan, Ramiro Isaza

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A ball python (Python regius) with severe respiratory distress due to tracheal obstruction was treated with a novel saccular lung tube. This procedure provided immediate relief and facilitated recovery from bacterial pneumonia.

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  • Respiratory diseases are prevalent in captive snakes, often leading to severe illness and death.
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  • Saccular lung cannulation is an effective emergency procedure for alleviating tracheal obstruction in snakes.
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  • The study highlights the importance of addressing bacterial respiratory infections promptly in captive reptiles.