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Just the FAQs!
If you're looking for a current diagnostic or therapeutic tid-bit, make your first stop the Medical FAQs collection. To make VIN even more helpful for you, the VIN team of consultants are creating these up-to-date summaries of topics commonly asked on the message boards. Save time, check out the Medical FAQs -- before you post. Recently added Medical FAQ: To suggest a topic needing a Medical FAQ, email CarlaB@vin.com
Greenies Problems Featured On CNN
At least 13 dogs have died after being fed the top-selling pet treat in the country, owners and veterinarians have told CNN. See what VINners are saying!
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Extended-Release Liposomal Opioids for Treating Pain in Dogs
Our group, at the University of Wisconsin's School of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with chemists at the University of Wisconsin's School of Pharmacy, has been developing novel liposome-encapsulated formulations of both oxymorphone and hydromorphone. We have shown that a single dose of liposomal oxymorphone provided therapeutic serum concentrations of drug for three days in healthy dogs. Currently, our laboratory is focusing on pharmacokinetic studies in dogs, rats, and nonhuman primates.
Detection of Novel Papillomaviruses in Canine Mucosal, Cutaneous and in situ Squamous Cell Carcinomas
Papillomavirus DNA was discovered in 21% of the tested SCC samples. Interestingly, the classical canine oral papillomavirus was amplified from only one sample, while the other positive cases were associated with a variety of thus far unknown papillomaviruses.
Efficacy of Topical Administration of Eprinomectin for Treatment of Ear Mite Infestation in Six Rabbits
Clinical improvement was seen within 3 days of the first application; however, complete recovery of clinical signs and elimination of mites in 5/6 rabbits did not occur until the end of the study. Results of this trial indicated that eprinomectin was partially effective in the treatment of psoroptic mange in rabbits.
Palliative Intracavitary Carboplatin Therapy in a Cat with Suspected Pleural Mesothelioma
Following complete drainage of the thoracic cavity under ultrasound guidance, 180 mg/m2 carboplatin diluted in 60 ml sterile water was infused into the pleural space (30 ml in each hemithorax). This resulted in complete resolution of clinical signs for 34 days (having required thoracocentesis on four occasions in the preceding 4 weeks). The procedure was repeated using 200 mg/m2 carboplatin, and there was a further 20-day period where the cat was free of clinical signs.
Very Thorough Discussion Of Management Of Head Trauma Patients With Emphasis On Analgesia And Monitoring (Includes Information On Intracranial Pressure Monitoring)
Here is some specific information regarding analgesia in traumatic brain injury patients ...
Facial Swelling Over 4th Premolar: Could It Be Something Other Than A Root Abscess?
Periodontal disease works its way around the outside of the tooth root and very rarely causes facial swelling. Endodontic disease works its way through the inside of the tooth and out the root tip to cause infection in the bone surrounding the root tip. This may then fistulate through the bone to cause a facial cellulitis. Teeth may have one disease or the other or both, but the lack of one has no significance when assessing the other.
VINners' Opinions On Medical Vs Surgical Treatment For Aural Hematomas
Maybe I'm overly sensitive, but the ears are the most petted and scratched part of the pet, so we don't want them to be lumpy, hard, and crinkled. I think the Pred protocol is intriguing.
Tusks: Abscessation And Removal
With tusks, I've found that controlled violence and force are almost as important as finesse and dissection. Those suckers are stuck in there ...
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 AAFP Rounds
Sunday, February 26, 8 pm ET
Join Stephen DiBartola, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), for Feline Renal Disease. All VINners welcome.
To attend, go to the AAFP Rounds area and click Classroom.
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, February 26, 10 pm ET
Join your colleagues for a Veterinary Quiz Challenge. (Yes, there will be prizes!)
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, February 28, 9:30 pm ET
Started any new hobbies lately? Stop by and share!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, March 1, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use VIN effectively. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-part course that can help turn *you* into SuperVINner! Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
How a Harbor Seal Sees the Night Sky
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Leg Mass
* Monthly Veterinary Challenge
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Atypical Myopathy (Atypical Myoglobinuria) In Horses and more ...
Book Review of the Week:
Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia, Third Edition
You can find it in the VIN Bookstore. Get More From VIN!
* How Do I...Email Another VINner?
* Read The "How To Use VIN" Tutorial
* How Can I ... Learn Associate?
* How Can I ... Become A Super-Duper VIN User?
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Internet Browsers and the Online Builder
Upcoming Conferences
Looking to attend -- or contribute a paper to -- a veterinary conference? Check out the On The Road With VIN folder, or the Press Releases folder, to see what conferences are coming up and to visit their web sites! Links to information about upcoming conferences include: SAVMA, CVC East and the Veterinary Dermatology Forum.
From the Boards:
* Erythema Multiforme Case
* Will This Pelvic Fracture Heal With Cage Rest?
* Niacinamide Contraindicated For Allopurinol Dog
* Chronic Haemobartonellosis
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Review
Enroll by March 1 for Early Bird rates! Participants will learn to evaluate their current practices and, if needed, implement improvements that reduce the risk of theft, diversion or prosecution for failure to maintain an adequate system of security and accountability for controlled substances.
This course will also review how drugs may be used in an extra-label manner, when compounded drugs are appropriate and what type of activities are an FDA enforcement priority. Instructor:
Doug Kemp, Pharm.D, DICVP Dates:
March 15-29, 2006
Real-time session: Wednesday, March 22; 9:30 - 11:30 pm ET CE Hours: 3
*Suitable for the Florida Pharmacy Requirement Tuition:
Member/$48, Non-Member/$95 by March 1, 2006;
Member/$53, Non-Member/$106 after March 1, 2006;
Registration also open to VSPN members To Register:
Visit the appropriate Pharmaceutical Regulatory Review page below and click on the Enroll Now link.
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