Endoscopy

Gastroscopy

Epona Equine has a 3.2m Gastroscope available for diagnosis of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. We can diagnose both squamous and glandular ulcers in the stomach. Scoping is the only way to definitively diagnose ulcers in horses.

Preparing for a Gastroscopy

To prepare for your horse’s gastroscopy appointment, follow the below instructions to ensure the most successful appointment:

  • Remove feed (fast) for 16 to 18 hours prior to your horse’s appointment

  • Remove water 2-4 hours before your horse’s appointment

  • Keep your horse is a stall with no bedding and manure removed frequently to avoid having them eat something that can prevent our view of the stomach

  • Use a grazing muzzle to prevent nibbling any debris available

3.2m endoscope

Grade 4 Squamous Ulcers

Upper Airway Endoscopy

Epona Equine is excited to have the ability to offer upper airway endoscopies with our 1m airway endoscope!

An upper airway scope, or endoscopy, in horses allows us to visually examine the horse's upper respiratory tract, including the nasal passages, pharynx, larynx, guttural pouches and trachea, to diagnose and evaluate conditions affecting breathing and performance. Although we could use our gastroscope for some of these, this smaller airway scope is particularly better suited for accessing the guttural pouches.