Dental Treats and GI Obstructions: Problem or Over-Reaction?
Recent media reports have brought this issue to the attention of our clients. Is it a large-scale problem or over-reaction to a few cases?Together we can answer this question. Whether or not you have seen cases of GI obstruction related to Dental Treats --- PLEASE take this survey. Click here to participate!
ABVP in San Antonio - May 5-7, 2006
The Annual ABVP Practitioner's Symposium will be held May 5-7 at the Marriott Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX. Soak up some Texas sun and great CE. Learn about becoming an ABVP diplomate. Check out the proceedings from last year!
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Adverse Events Diagnosed Within Three Days of Vaccine Administration in Dogs
4,678 adverse events (38.2/10,000 dogs vaccinated) were associated with administration of 3,439,576 doses of vaccine to 1,226,159 dogs. The vaccine-associated adverse events (VAAEs) rate decreased significantly as body weight increased. Risk was 27% to 38% greater for neutered versus sexually intact dogs and 35% to 64% greater for dogs approximately 1 to 3 years old versus 2 to 9 months old. The risk of a VAAE significantly increased as the number of vaccine doses administered per office visit increased; each additional vaccine significantly increased the risk of an adverse event by 27% in dogs less than 10 kg (22 lb) and 12% in dogs more than 10 kg.
Comparison of Arthroscopic and Radiographic Abnormalities in the Hip Joints of Juvenile Dogs with Hip Dysplasia
Results of the present study suggest that arthroscopy is a better method than radiography for the identification of cartilage lesions in juvenile dogs with clinical signs of hip dysplasia.
Prevalence of Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture in a Population of Dogs with Lameness Previously Attributed to Hip Dysplasia: 369 Cases (1994-2003)
On the basis of the high prevalence of cranial cruciate ligament rupture in dogs referred for lameness because of canine hip dysplasia (CHD), it is important to exclude other sources of stifle joint disease before making recommendations for treatment of CHD.
Gastrointestinal Tract Perforation in Dogs Treated with a Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 Inhibitor: 29 Cases (2002-2003)
In all, 26 (90%) dogs had received deracoxib at a higher-than-approved dosage or had received at least 1 other NSAID or corticosteroid in close temporal association with deracoxib administration.
Office Manager Fired After She Admitted To Stealing Controlled Drugs
If anything good can come of this thread, I hope it is that each one of you considers the possibility of your employees stealing drugs, supplies, or money from you. It is your responsibility to create and maintain a system that prevents, as well as detects, theft and/or diversion.
Suture Problems: Is Maxon More Likely To Untie?
There is a huge difference in how PDS and Maxon handle and how good the knot security is. This has been an ongoing argument in our office for about 2 years. Maxon is fine and can be used fine, but if you are used to PDS, you really have to crank down on the Naxon much harder or your knots will untie on you.
Cytosar Protocol For Meningoencephalitis; Pharmacokinetics Of Cytosar And Monitoring Recommendations
There are several types of autoimmune meningoencephalitis. The most common types include necrotizing meningoencephalitis (Pugs, Maltese terriers), necrotizing leukoencephalitis (Yorkshire terriers, Chihuahuas, and other breeds), and granulomatous meningoencephalitis or "GME".
Recent JAVMA Article Comparing Metacam To Buprenex In Ovariohysterectomy Cats
As long as they adequately explained the limitations of the study in the discussion and didn't make any false statements in their conclusion, then there isn't really anything for a peer reviewer to say to exclude the study.
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Tuesday, March 21, 9:30 pm ET
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Sunday, March 26, 10 pm ET
Join Carol Foil, DVM, DACVD, for Lessons Learned At Louisiana State University.
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Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 3
This course in Veterinary Dental Techniques is designed to allow discussions of current techniques used in veterinary dentistry. Veterinarians practicing all levels of veterinary dentistry are invited to participate, from the veterinarian just interested in getting more information in veterinary dentistry to the Board Certified Veterinary Dentist. The third module will focus on the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease by prophylaxis, therapy and surgery. Instructors:
Steven Holmstrom, DVM, Dipl. AVDC (course coordinator)
Dale Kressin, DVM, FAVD, Dipl. AVDC
Allen Matson, DVM, Dipl. AVDC Dates:
May 8 - June 19, 2006
Real-time sessions: Monday evenings: May 8, 15, 2-week break, June 5, 12; 9:30-11:30 pm ET CE Hours: 8 Tuition:
Member/$126, Non-Member/$196 by April 24, 2006;
Member/$140, Non-Member/$218 after April 24, 2006
The Veterinary Dental Techniques series is designed as six individual modules. You may take any of the modules in your area of interest. To Register:
Visit the Veterinary Dental Techniques Module 3 page and click on the Enroll Now link.
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