Endoscopy paranasal sinuses

Minimally invasive endoscopy providing direct visualization of the paranasal sinuses in cases of nasal discharge or chronic inflammation.

Endoscopy paranasal sinuses

Sinus endoscopy allows direct visualization of the complex air-filled spaces within the horse’s head. It is commonly used to investigate:

  • Unilateral or unexplained nasal discharge
  • Chronic sinus infections
  • Dental root disease
  • Cysts, tumors, or traumatic lesions

The horse is sedated for the procedure, and the nasal passage is locally anesthetized to ensure a calm and safe examination. In many cases, access via the natural nasal passages is sufficient. In selected cases, a small surgically created opening (trephination) may be required.

Sinus endoscopy provides valuable information about the condition of the mucosa, bony structures, and disease processes within the head. It also allows targeted sampling such as lavage samples or biopsies and supports planning of further therapeutic measures. It is a key minimally invasive diagnostic tool for equine sinus disease.

Our Veterinarians

Konstantin Hauck

Konstantin Hauck

Board certified equine veterinarian specializing in dental and sinus surgery with extensive experience in complex referral cases.

Lars Schulte

Lars Schulte

Specialist in equine dentistry with a focus on orthodontics, tooth preservation, implantology, and complex occlusal correction.

Luis Weissenberger

Luis Weissenberger

Equine veterinarian specializing in equine dentistry with a focus on sinus endoscopy and dental and head surgery.

Lina Eymers

Lina Eymers

Equine veterinarian specializing in dental treatment and occlusal correction with a strong focus on functional dentition analysis.

Jasmin Roesberg

Jasmin Roesberg

Equine veterinarian specializing in equine dentistry with a focus on occlusal correction, diagnostics, and incisor therapy.

Dr. Corsin Heim

Dr. Corsin Heim

Board certified equine surgeon with a focus on tooth preserving procedures, endodontics and minimally invasive extractions.

Dr. med. vet. Thea Ryhner

Dr. med. vet. Thea Ryhner

Board certified equine specialist focused on dentistry, rehabilitation and chiropractic care.