New Feature Solves Two Search Issues on VIN!
Many have asked for an easy way to open VIN Search result items in a new browser window. Others, unfortunately, experienced a problem when clicking the browser's Back button to return to the Search Results page. We've implemented a solution for both issues.
Click Search and check out the new Display In New Window option.
Let us know what you think (Feedback@VIN.com). Have you let Associate help you with your feline, canine, and public health cases?
Associate is an ONLINE TEXTBOOK. The Book section of Associate lets you read the "chapter" on a particular disease. Associate is a TOOL. The Tool section allows you to work through your cases, clinical sign by clinical sign. We are updating Associate weekly. The book is close to being fully revised. The tool remains a work-in-process -- as long as you remember these are Diseases to Consider and not a Differential Diagnosis, it can help a lot on those tough cases). Click the Library button on VIN's main nav bar, then click the Associate hyperlink to open the Book and Tool sections.
Transfusion for your Brain
Having blood on hand is a concern in every veterinary practice. Where does your blood come from? What happens if you need more than just that one-time dose? The Veterinary Support Personnel Network's How To Organize A Blood Donor Program continual education course will help your veterinary technicians create a plan for your practice. To learn more, go to VSPN.org, and click the CE button. Where will VIN's Cyber-Cafe/Booth be in the next few months?
Take a look! Newly-Added To VIN:
New in VeterinaryPartner.com: Epistaxis: The Bloody NoseSafetyEaster Pet Purchases often backfire
Transmission of multiple antimicrobial-resistant Staphylococcus intermedius between dogs affected by deep pyoderma and their owners.
Based on the results of this study, owners of dogs affected by deep pyoderma often carry multiple antimicrobial-resistant strains of S. intermedius occurring in their dogs.
Toxoplasma gondii infections in captive black-footed ferrets (Mustela nigripes), 1992-1998: clinical signs, serology, pathology, and prevention
Black-footed ferrets appear to be highly susceptible to acute and chronic toxoplasmosis. Clinical signs were observed in 19 adults and six kits and included anorexia, lethargy, corneal edema, and ataxia.
Hematogenous septic arthritis in the dog: results of five patients treated nonsurgically with antibiotics
Giant-breed dogs were over-represented, with all dogs less than 1 year of age. Synovial fluid cultures were positive in all cases, with common bacterial species isolated that included Streptococcus B-haemolytic spp., Pasteurella multocida, and Staphylococcus intermedius. Dogs treated with appropriate duration and selection of antibiotics had clinical resolution with no residual deficits.
Chronic diaphragmatic hernia in 34 dogs and 16 cats
The most common clinical signs were dyspnea and vomiting; however, many of the animals were presented for nonspecific signs such as anorexia, lethargy, and weight loss. Thoracic radiographs revealed evidence of diaphragmatic hernia in only 66%.
Declawing Techniques
I am having problems with declawing lately. I know you have to get all the nail producing tissue, but how do you make sure to get it all?
Should CLL Dog Be Vaccinated?
Doubtless this dog is solidly immune. I would probably avoid all vaccines, even rabies vaccination (give written dispensation for local animal control) and give no vaccines altogether.
Antibiotic Impregnated Beads
I wanted to share some preliminary information on another bead elution study I am doing. First, baytril does not work!!! The injectable form does not go into the cement. It separates out and does not go back in. The pills have a thick coating and I am not sure that would be a good thing to put in tissues. Second, we have found that in the beads where we put both amikacin and cefazolin a precipitate forms in a couple of days. The beads with one or the other do not do this, only the combination.
Propofol vs Ketamine/Valium
If your procedure is going to last more than a few minutes, propofol as the sole agent is fraught with problems. Inhalants are pretty potent CV and respiratory depressants overall. Propofol is as well, and perhaps a bit more "potent". As such, CV and resp support is necessary when using propofol alone.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, April 6, 9:30 pm ET -
One quarter through the year. How's it going so far? Stop by and share!
Rounds Room
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, April 7, 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, April 11 - NO Rounds
See you next week.
Recent Rounds
* Cushing's: Part 2
* Getting the Most From Your Posts
* Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (Aussie Rounds)
* Talking Money to Your Clients
* Does This Dog Have Cushing's
* Rural Area Veterinary Services
 Abstract Of The Week:
Comparison of Tests to Diagnose Feline Infectious Peritonitis
What's Your Diagnosis?
Count The Puppies Website Of The Week:
Medical Images and more…..
Book Review:
Handbook of Laboratory Animal Management and Welfare
This resource is available in the VINstore.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
New eVetsite Statistic Report Feature
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:
* Microchips and Incompatible Readers
* Favorite Ear Cleansers
* Terrified PBP
* Eccentrocytes
Key Practice Indicators from Program to Profit
VIN's Key Practice Indicators - From Program to Profit will explore new and old practice success idicators, as well as how they can be used in making the strategic decisions needed to flourish in the dynamic veterinary marketplace of tomorrow. Dates:
April 6 to April 27, 2004
Interactive Sessions: Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 PM ET Instructor:
Thomas E. Catanzaro, DVM, MHA, FACHE Diplomate, American College of Healthcare Executives CE Hours: 6 Tuition:
Member/$86, Non-Member/$141 To Register: Visit Key Practice Indicators - From Program to Profit and click on the Enroll now link. Interested in other online VIN CE? Scheduled courses include: Click the CE button on VIN's main nav bar to learn more about these courses -- and to sign up! Looking for some great CE for your staff? VSPN's CE is the perfect solution. It's convenient, inexpensive, and fits everyone's schedule. Upcoming classes:
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