Check out the results of the Obstructive Dental Treats Survey!
Nearly 2000 VIN members participated in this survey. The preliminary survey results can now be viewed! If you have any comments you wish to make regarding the survey results, you are welcome to contribute to this special discussion on the Message Boards. Thank you very much for helping VIN examine this important issue so quickly and so comprehensively.
Missed the Meeting?
In case you were unable to attend, there are two new proceedings collections available in the VIN Library:
Congratulations New Graduates!
All VINners are anxious to welcome the Class of 2006 as our newest colleagues. If you will be working with a new graduate next year, remember that adding them to your VIN membership as a group member is a benefit most new graduates welcome. If you are a member of the Class of 2006 and your big day is approaching. Soon we'll call you Doctor. We want to stay in touch with you so please take a moment to update your contact information using MyVIN. Find MyVIN on the main navigation bar of any VIN Member Area page. Next time you see your Royal Canin Veterinary Diets or Novartis representative give them a big "Thank You!" for their generous support of the VIN Student program.
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Diagnostic value of fasting plasma ammonia and bile acid concentrations in the identification of portosystemic shunting in dogs
In conclusion, fasting plasma ammonia is a highly sensitive and specific parameter to detect portal vascular anomaly and portosystemic shunting in a general population and in dogs with liver disease, whereas bile acid concentration is somewhat less sensitive and considerably less specific.
Pharmacokinetics of fluconazole after oral administration of single and multiple doses in African grey parrots
This study used 40 clinically normal Timneh African grey parrots (Psittacus erithacus timneh) to determine the pharmacokinetics and effects of orally administered fluconazole. Oral administration of fluconazole to parrots at 10 to 20 mg/kg every 24 to 48 hours maintains plasma concentrations above the minimum inhibitory concentration for several common yeast species. The prolonged dosing interval is an advantage of this treatment regimen.
Toxic neutrophils in cats: clinical and clinicopathologic features, and disease prevalence and outcome--a retrospective case control study
Toxic neutrophils were found to be associated with certain clinicopathologic abnormalities, and when present, may aid in the diagnosis, as well as the assessment of hospitalization duration and cost. The evaluation of blood smears for toxic neutrophils provided useful clinical information.
Ciprofloxacin as a representative of disk diffusion in vitro susceptibility of enrofloxacin for bacterial organisms from the middle-ear tissue of dogs with end-stage otitis externa
In this study, ciprofloxacin DDT results were not an accurate indicator of the in vitro susceptibility of enrofloxacin for bacteria isolated from the middle-ear tissue of dogs with end-stage otitis.
Renal Capsule And Parenchyma Torn During Spay; Discussion Of Instrumentation Used During Laparascopic Spays
I haven't had this happen, but I can see how it would. I recently started doing laparoscopic ovariectomies, and I'm struck by the variation in suspensory ligament anatomy between individuals -- some seem to be right up against the kidney, others are quite long.
Will This Cat's Pelvic Fracture Heal With Cage Rest?
Personally, I would take a wait and see attitiude and see how the cat does. If you have problems with the joint, you could always do a femoral head ostectomy later. Cats tolerate this procedure well.
Are Narcotics Safe for Weimaraner Spays? When Would You Not Use Them?
IMHO, each and every anesthetic protocol should have at least 1 opioid -- and usually multiple. I cannot, off the top of my head, think of a single patient situation or procedure where an opioid of some type would not be used. Can anyone?
Multiple Congenital Abnormalties In English Spaniel Puppy: Interpretation Of Radiograph Showing Cyst-Like Structure Dorsal To Pelvis - A Meningocele?
It's probably a meningocele, where there is a defect in the lamina of the vertebra and there is an outpouching of meninges filled with spinal fluid (see image).
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 Practice Management Rounds
Sunday, May 7, 10 pm ET
Join Elise Lacher, CPA, for Buying New Or Used Equipment.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, May 9, 9:30 pm ET
We're a third of the way through the year. How is business so far? Stop by and tell us.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 2
Wednesday, May 10, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use VIN to its full potential. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-week course.
Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Effects of medetomidine and medetomidine-butorphanol combination on Schirmer tear test 1 readings in dogs
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Dental Mistake #3
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Drugs and Breastfeeding and more...
Book Review of the Week:
Invertebrate Medicine
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:
Logo Size and Placement into Headers
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: ACVIM.
From the Boards:
* Free T4 Testing Not Available
* Seal With Mycobacterial Dermatitis
* Fish Depigmentation
* Coping With The Expectations Of New Grads
Organ System and ABVP Core Review Module B
Sign up now for VIN's 13th annual Organ System and ABVP Core Examination Review Module B! Course Description & Objectives:
The Organ System and ABVP Core Examination Review course is divided into 3 modules. Each module provides a systematic review of the physiology & pathophysiology of the organ systems in that section. Taking the 3 modules of this course provides a focused and comprehensive preparation tool for the ABVP Core Examination or can simply serve as an up-to-date review of organ system pathophysiology. Topics and Instructors:
Course coordinator: Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD
Pharmacology -- Lauren Trepanier, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVCP and Katrina Mealey, DVM, PhD, DACVCP, DACVIM
Dermatology -- Keith A. Hnilica, DVM, MS, Dip.ACVD
Respiratory -- Brendan McKiernan, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)
Infectious Disease (cats) -- Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP
Infectious Disease (dogs) -- Stacey Hoffman, DVM, MA, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)
Nephrology/Urology -- Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD and Joe Bartges, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVN
Fluid/Acid Base -- Katherine M. James, DVM, PhD
Ophthalmology -- Michael Zigler, DVM, CertVOphthal and Bob Munger, DVM, DACVO Dates:
June 15 - August 10, 2006
Real-time sessions: Thursdays, June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 9:30 - 11:30 PM ET CE Hours: 16 Tuition:
Member/$252, Non-Member/$358 by June 1, 2006;
Member/$280, Non-Member/$398 after June 1, 2006 The Organ System and ABVP Core Review Modules A, B and C are independent courses. Module A is not a prerequisite to enroll in Module B. To find out more about this course and to register:
Visit the Organ System and ABVP Core Review Module B page: Scroll to the bottom of the course information page and choose the Enroll Now link.
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