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Case Report: Laryngeal web in a Yorkshire Terrier
Nicole Louie1, Daniel Navarro Acosta2, Russell Yeadon2
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Frontiers in Veterinary Science
|August 5, 2025
Summary
A laryngeal web, a rare congenital membrane, caused atypical signs like dysphonia and flatulence in a Yorkshire Terrier. This case highlights the importance of considering laryngeal webs in canine respiratory and voice disorder diagnoses.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Comparative Pathology
Background:
- Laryngeal webs are abnormal transverse membranes, typically between vocal cords, causing glottic stenosis.
- This condition can manifest as dysphonia, stridor, and dyspnoea, but may also be asymptomatic.
Observation:
- A Yorkshire Terrier presented with unusual clinical signs: dysphonia, flatulence, and halitosis.
- Laryngeal neoplasia was excluded, leading to a diagnosis of a congenital laryngeal web.
Findings:
- The dog's atypical signs persisted for over 4 years without progression of respiratory issues after conservative management.
- Surgical intervention was declined by the owners, and the condition remained stable.
Implications:
- Laryngeal webs should be considered in the differential diagnosis for canine dysphonia and other atypical signs.
- Establishing specific criteria for surgical versus medical management in affected dogs is crucial.
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