Deciphering and treating dysphagia in young horses.

That situation is very different from the horse that has an underlying neuromuscular problem that is causing a primary functional inability of the oropharynx resulting in the dysphagia and possibly persistent palate displacement. If the palate is persistently above the epiglottis despite multiple stimulated swallows, a lateral radiograph (as was performed in this case report) can yield valuable information about any structural abnormalities associated with the epiglottis or palate. Infrequently entrapment of the epiglottis can precipitate persistent displacement of the palate, or the ventral surface of the epiglottis can be very abnormal and result in significant performance problem or dysphagia while appearing normal on the dorsal surface. [Extracted from the article]