*Deposition of amyloid in nasal submucosa of horses
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*Not part of generalised amyloidosis
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*May extend to [[Larynx - Anatomy & Physiology|larynx]]
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*Nodular of diffuse
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*Stenosis may cause obstruction
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*Smooth surface, waxy sheen on cut surface
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*Macrophages and lymphocytes, giant cells
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*May have overlying ulceration of mucosa
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*Large firm nodules in alar folds, rostral nasal septum and floor of nasal cavity
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*Micro:
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**Deposition of hyaline material in nasal mucosa
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==Circulatory disturbances==
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===Congestion and Hyperaemia===
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*Congestion - passive interference with venous return
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**Non-specific
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**Commonly found at post-mortem
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*Hyperaemia - active vasodilation
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**Associated with early stages of inflammation
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===Haemorrhage===
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*Can result from local trauma or just transfer blood from lower down in the respiratory tract (see [[Respiratory System Clinical Signs - Pathology#Epistaxis|epistaxis]])