Duragesic Patch Recall
One batch of Duragesic 75mcg/hr patches, control number 0327192, is being recalled due to leakage. Read more about it on the VIN Message boards. Remember to check out the 'New For 2004' section of the VIN Library! Recent additions include: Be Computer Smart! There are some nasty viruses floating around out there right now, so be careful! Here's a few tips to remain virus-free and happy! - Keep your virus software up to date.
- Download NOTHING -- unless you are absolutely positive it is safe.
- Use the maximum safety settings, if using Outlook/Outlook Express.
- Use a firewall, if you have broadband access.
Do you plan to attend SAVMA at the University of Tennessee?
Stop by the Cyber Cafe to to check your email or to say "Hello!" We'd love to see you there!Interested in Trying Online CE? VIN offers high-quality educational courses. Courses are held online and are taught by leading specialists. Online Continual Education enhances veterinary medicine by allowing veterinarians to expand their knowledge from their office or home with courses provided in a convenient, easy-to-use format. VIN's course offerings are comparable in scope to those of veterinary schools, and are unmatched by any other online service in any profession. Scheduled courses include:
2004 Courses with Dates TBD: - Equine Reproduction
- Topics in Nephrology
- Ferret Medicine
Click the CE button on VIN's main nav bar to learn more about these courses -- and to sign up! Intrigued, but want to know more? How-to's of Online CE has more information about how online CE courses work.
Prevalence of dental resorptive lesions in Swedish cats
Of the cats examined in this study, 32% had gross or radiographic signs of dental resorptive lesions. There was a positive relationship between the occurrence of dental resorptive lesions and increasing age.
The effect of topical tripeptide-copper complex on healing of ischemic open wounds
Topical glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine tripeptide-copper complex resulted in accelerated wound healing in ischemic open wounds.
Electrocardiographic evolution in cats from birth to 30 days of age
During the neonates' first 30 days of life, migration of the electrical axis from right to left was observed. There was a progressive increase in the R wave amplitude, while the S wave amplitude showed a progressive decrease. A sinus heart rhythm was predominant in the feline neonates.
Evaluation of multiple radiographic predictors of cartilage lesions in the hip joints of eight-month-old dogs
A combination of the dorsolateral subluxation (DLS) score and Norberg angle was the best predictor of radiographic measures in 8-month-old dogs to determine whether a dog would have normal or osteoarthritic hip joints.
Curvularia Cultured From Sneezing Dog
Treatment modalities for Curvularia infections have not been standardized yet. Amphotericin B, itraconazole, and terbinafine have so far been used to treat Curvularia infections. However, the prognosis is usually poor, particularly for immunocompromised patients ...
TMJ Ankylosis In Cat
TMJ Ankylosis In Cat
A six month old kitten presented about 2 months ago with an inability to open the mouth more than a 3 mm ...
Are Pericardiectomies Helpful To Treat Chylothorax?
This sounds like one of those Internet rumors that gets passed around. The scenario usually goes like this: someone who speaks/writes a lot in the veterinary literature comes up with a thought, sees/tries something that he thinks makes sense, or reads something and passes it on as either the truth or something that makes sense. Before you know it, it's gospel.
Achilles Rupture Repair
The repair depends on what's ruptured. Usually a fully plantigrade stance means that the entire common calcanean tendon has been disrupted -- most common with a laceration, much less common with blunt or tensional trauma. Most full CC tendon ruptures are in the midsubstance of the tendon (which goes along with the swelling 2" above the calcaneus), allowing for direct suture repair without the need for bone tunnels.
|
|
 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, March 2, 9:30 pm ET -
How are your clients treating you? Stop by and decompress!
Rounds Room
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, March 3, 9:30 pm ET -
Learn how to use your computer and VIN! Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free three-part course.
Rounds Room
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, March 7, 10 pm ET -
Join us for a presentation by Eric Davis, DVM, Director of Rural Area Veterinary Services.
Rounds Room
Recent Rounds
* The Diagnostic Approach To PU-PD
* Insulinomas (Aussie Rounds)
* Feline Emergency Cases
* New Associate Survival Tips
* Rabbit Gastrointestinal Disorders
* VIN Town Hall
* Securities Investment Strategies
 Abstract Of The Week:
Radioassay for canine pancreatic lipase immunoreactivity
Website Of The Week:
Feline Infectious Peritonitis, and more ...
Book Review:
Cardiac Auscultation and Phonocardiography in Dogs, Horses and Cats
This resource is available in the VINstore.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Domain Name Registration Information
VINner Survey Results:
* Veterinary Support Staff
* Client Sympathy Response
* Grape/Raisin
* Consumer Reports
* ACE Inhibitor Use in Dogs
* Imaging & Telemedicine
* Nasal Mites
* Euthanasia Procedures
* FATE
* Veterinary Career Survey, Part 1
From the Boards:
* Internet Use Policies In Clinics
* House Dust Mites And Commercial Pet Foods
* Money vs. Care
* Ear Cleansers
Organ System and Core Examination Review
Module A
Reserve Your Seat NOW for VIN's 11th annual Organ System and Core Examination Review Module A CE Course! - Planning to take the ABVP General Examination?
- Looking for a comprehensive review of what's new in the pathophysiology & treatment of disease in dogs and cats?
The Organ System And Core Examination Review is the course for you! Once again, we've assembled a great group of instructors who - together with a motivated group of learners - make this the most comprehensive
organ system review course available. Module A includes the following topics: Neurology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Oncology, Immunology, Anesthesia, Surgery, Dentistry. Within these topics, you will learn the important pathophysiologic mechanisms that underlie the diagnosis and treatment of disease in dogs and cats. Dates:
March 31- May 26th, 2004
Interactive Sessions: Wednesdays during this period, 9:30 -11:30 PM ET Topics and Instructors:
Course Coordinator: Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD
- Dentistry -- Steve Holmstrom, DVM, DAVCD
- Coagulation and Oncology* -- Karri Meleo, DVM, DACVIM, DACVR
- Immunology -- Robert M. Gogal Jr, DVM
- Anesthesia -- Meghan Richey, DVM, MS, DACVA and Chuck McGrath, DVM,
DACVA - Surgery-- Bob Richardson, DVM and Joe Hauptman, DVM, MS, DACVS
- Neurology -- Linda Shell, DVM, ACVIM and William Thomas, DVM, MS,
DACVIM (Neurology)
*Additional instructors TBA CE Hours: 16 Tuition:
Member/$230,Non-Member/$317 by March 20th
Member/$256, Non-Member/$352 after March 20th. If you register for all 3 modules, the discounted tuition rate is: Member: $635; Non-Member: $923. Module B (June 16 - Aug 11, 2004) includes the following topics:
Reproduction, Pharmacology, Infectious Disease, Dermatology, Fluids/Acid Base, Nephrology/Urology and Ophthalmology.** Module C (Sept 1 - Oct 27, 2004) includes the following topics:
Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory andHematology/Chemistry. **
** Topics subject to change. To Register: Visit Organ System and Core Examination A and click on the Enroll now link.
|
