Practical Approach to Investigating Feline Upper Respiratory Disease using Rhinoscopy

Upper respiratory endoscopy, when performed by an experienced clinician, can be one of the most valuable diagnostic tools available for the evaluation of upper airway diseases in cats. Upper respiratory endoscopy can be an aid in achieving a diagnosis, and can also be used for potential therapeutic intervention. This article is intended to introduce and familiarise the general practitioner with commonly used endoscopic equipment and basic techniques required to perform a diagnostically meaningful examination of the upper respiratory tract in cats with feline upper respiratory disease. As with many procedures, the benefits and results obtained from these procedures will relate to the degree of experience of the endoscopist.