Equine gastroscopy is a diagnostic procedure used to examine the inside of a horse’s stomach using a gastroscope, which is a long, flexible tube with a camera attached to it. The procedure is primarily performed to evaluate and diagnose gastric ulcers in horses.
During equine gastroscopy, the horse is typically sedated to ensure comfort and safety. The gastroscope is gently inserted through the horse’s nostril and guided down the esophagus into the stomach. The camera on the gastroscope allows the veterinarian to visualize the lining of the stomach directly on a monitor.