Does acepromazine cause seizures in epileptic dogs?
Most of us were taught this at some point, and most avoid using acepromazine in these patients. But is it really true? The 1200 or so VIN members who gave us their opinions in this survey provided an interesting view of this question. Some things remain a mystery...that we hope to solve with some small follow-up surveys (so stay tuned). VIN is very excited to be a profession leader in examining the important clinical questions by asking you, the VIN members who have the experience. Thank you!
eVetsite II is Here!
eVetsites, a VIN Partner Company, is excited to announce that eVetsite II is now officially online. They are proud to offer the new "Second Generation" website building tool built exclusively for Veterinary Health Care Professionals and Veterinary Membership Organizations. eVetsite II was built in response to many ideas and suggestions by VINners using eVetsite I. To see some of the current users of eVetsites please visit this site and to see a demo of eVetsite II, please visit eVetsites. Tell us what you think of eVetsite II.
Found "Gold"? Stash It in MyStuff!
We've all been there... After a bit of tinkering, your VIN Database Search produced just what you wanted to know now -- and likely will want to know, again, in the future.
Keep your results at your fingertips -- Save your Search results (gold) in your MyStuff. Click "Add Search Results to MyStuff". Next time you need the same information, find it by clicking MyVIN on the VIN Main Navigation Bar. Are you a power VINner who refines your searches by selecting (clicking the check boxes) the best of the best from your Search results and displaying them as a custom Search result (Display Checked)? You too can stash your gold by choosing "Add Checked Results to MyStuff". Happy Searching!
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Median effective dose of isoflurane, sevoflurane, and desflurane in green iguanas
In unmedicated iguanas, anesthesia was induced and maintained with each of the 3 volatile drugs administered on separate days according to a Latin square design. During each period of anesthesia, MAC was determined in triplicate. The MAC for all inhaled agents was, on average, 22% greater for the first measurement than for the third measurement. Conclusions and Clinical Relevance-Over time, MACs decreased for all 3 agents.
Use of Oil Red O stain in the cytologic diagnosis of canine liposarcoma
Our results suggest that Oil Red O staining may be an easy, inexpensive, and useful diagnostic tool for the differentiation of liposarcoma from other mesenchymal neoplasms.
Effects of phenylbutazone alone or in combination with flunixin meglumine on blood protein concentrations in horses
Comparisons revealed no significant difference between control horses and horses treated with PBZ alone. There was a significant difference between control and treated horses when administered a combination of PBZ and flunixin meglumine. Analysis of results of the study indicates the need for caution when administering a combination NSAID treatment to horses because the detrimental effects may outweigh any potential benefits.
Physiological responses of Bos taurus and Bos indicus cattle to prolonged, continuous heat and humidity
Our results suggest that Bos taurus cattle experience significant physiological changes during exposure to prolonged and continuous high heat and humidity, with alterations persisting for some days after the heat-stress conditions subside. Bos indicus experience similar but less pronounced physiological changes.
Several Things To Consider And Monitor During Fluid Therapy
In difficult fluid cases, we often weigh animals 3-4 times a day ...
Seizuring, Hypernatremic Poodle: Fluid Therapy Guidelines
Sounds like a great fluid therapy case. My resident mate and I have tried to list some guidelines for you ...
OK, So I Think I'm Ready to Start Using Constant Rate Infusions, But I Have a Few More Questions
More pumps is a good way to go, but don't hesitate to use combinations of drugs in the bag. I use a lot of 250ml and 500 ml bags. The drug cost are low, so it is no big deal to discard the leftovers -- if there are any. If you need to add fluid for support, just use the old technique of counting drops. It does work.
Student Needs Advice: How Did You Specialize In Exotics?
I think it is worthwhile getting a good grounding in veterinary medicine before pursuing exotic medicine exclusively.
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, May 14 - NO Rounds
It's Mother's Day in the USA and Canada. (Other countries celebrated on May 11.) Spend some time with your offline family.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, May 16, 9:30 pm ET
Learned any new songs lately? Stop by and tell us.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 3
Wednesday, May 17, 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.
Unity is Upgrading
The Unity classroom software has been upgraded. The changes you see will be fairly small as most of them are "behind the scenes" to make the classrooms more stable. Please visit the Rounds page now to make sure your computer is ready for these changes. 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:
Canine Cutaneous Histiocytoma and more ...
Book Review of the Week:
Reptile Medicine and Surgery, second 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:
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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, CA VMA, and AVMA.
From the Boards:
* FeLV Testing Age For Kittens
* What Affects Litter Size?
* What I Want In A Mentor
* Rectal Prolapse Complication
Primate Medicine and Surgery
The course will cover a range of topics on non-human primate medicine including anatomy and physiology, husbandry, regulatory issues, working with primates in practice, behavior, anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, diseases and preventative medicine. This course is appropriate for the veterinarian and veterinary staff member working with non-human primates or wishes to learn about them. Instructors:
Geoff Pye, BVSc, MSc, Dipl. ACZM
Meg Sutherland-Smith, DVM, Dipl. ACZM Dates:
June 7 - July 19, 2006
Real-time sessions: Wednesday evenings, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, and July 12; 9:30 - 11:30 pm ET CE Hours: 12 Tuition:
Member/$189, Non-Member/$277 by May 24, 2006;
Member/$210, Non-Member/$308 after May 24, 2006
Course registration open to veterinarians and veterinary staff. To find out more about this course and to register: To register, scroll to the bottom of the course information page and choose the Enroll Now link.
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