New on VIN - Medical FAQs
Most topics have been discussed -- many times -- in the past on VIN's message boards. That is why, the fastest route to an answer to your question is a VIN Database Search. Some topics have been discussed so many times that the number of "hits" you get from the database can be overwhelming.....too much of a good thing :) To help you, the VIN Consultants have begun a concerted effort to increase the number of Medical FAQs available for you. Watch for new FAQs on the About This Folder page of your favorite Vet-to-Vet Folders! Get to Know the About This Folder Page of Your Favorite Vet-to-Vet Folders:
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IVECCS 2005 will feature comprehensive programs on Small Animals, Exotics and Equine for veterinarians, technicians and hospital staff. This year's theme is Sepsis. Hurry! The early registration deadline is August 10.
New Articles On VeterinaryPartner.com:
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Long-Term Use of Cyclosporine in the Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis
This retrospective study of 51 dogs with atopic dermatitis (AD) treated with cyclosporine (CsA) for a minimum of 6 months assessed the frequency of dosing and the need for continual treatment to control clinical signs. The dose of CsA was 5 mg/kg orally per day and dogs received CsA for 6-30 months. At the conclusion of the study period, 28 dogs (55%) needed ongoing CsA to control clinical signs of AD: 8 (15%) received CsA 2-3 days per week, 10 (20%) 4-5 days per week, and 10 (20%) daily. CsA was discontinued in 23 dogs (45%) after 6-24 months due to either a limited response (22%) or after achieving a clinical response (24%).
First report on the occurrence of 'Helicobacter heilmannii' in the stomach of rabbits
Biopsy specimens were collected from different stomach regions of 23 rabbits (10 pet rabbits, 10 industrial animals, and 3 research animals). Seven rabbits (four pet, two industrial animals, and one research animal) tested positive. H. felis and H. salomonis, hitherto presumed to be naturally hosted by cats and dogs, were detected in three animals and one animal, respectively. One of these animals had been completely devoid of any form of contact with cats or dogs.
Multiple Enostosis-Like Lesions in a Racing Thoroughbred
The recent increase in frequency of scintigraphic examination has revealed the presence of enostosis-like lesions as incidental findings. Therefore, clinical significance of these lesions remains poorly defined. This report describes the clinical signs and diagnosis of enostosis-like lesions in a racing Thoroughbred.
Priapism in Horses
Horses refractory to medical therapy should be treated within a few hours of onset by irrigating the corpus cavernosum penis with sterile, physiologic saline solution.
International Travel: How Much Should I Charge For Figuring Out The Pet's Paperwork?
I charge about $300-400 to get all the forms, make sure they are filled out properly, look after tracking (when things need to be done and get the timing right), etc. That's on top of the charges for the actual procedures (microchip, rabies titers, vaccines, deworming, and so on). It is a big time-eater ...
Staff Member Wants To Pursue VARL Food Allergy Testing In IBD Dog; How Long To Give Diet Trials?
Interestingly, at least from a GI disease perspective, there's one good study in cats that showed that all of the cats who had food allergy manifested as GI signs responded to a novel protein diet within 2 weeks if they were destined to be able to respond. So there's a little information that we may not have to wait the longer periods recommended by the derm people when we're doing an elimination diet to work up GI disease.
Cat With Inappropriate Urination Cannot Be Pilled: Transdermal Buspar Versus Elavil? Source Of "Taste Tabs" To Help Medicate Cats
I've started using Taste Tabs, available through many compounders, in these cats. They work well, and can be flavored as the patient's taste buds dictate ...
High Ehrlichia Titer In Asymptomatic Dog
I tell students that the most important part of becoming a competent veterinarian is being able to make rational decisions in the absence of absolute certainty.
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From the Boards:
* Addison's Dog Suddenly Cured?
* I Want To Start Doing Orthopedics
* Did Unpressurized Air Travel Cause This Dog's Problem?
* Treating Maggots In Rabbits
Canine Osteoarthritis Life Long Management (Large Breed Canine Nutrition)
VSPN CE presents a new nutrition course for your staff. Help your staff help your clients! Be sure to enroll by August 16 for the Early Bird rate! No longer purely a large breed canine disease, osteoarthritis can be more effectively treated with the aid of nutrition. As the number one cause of pain in companion animals, osteoarthritis is a life-long condition that can be made more manageable. Instructor:
Geneva Acor, DVM, MS Dates:
September 13 - October 3, 2005
Real-time sessions: Friday evenings; September 16 & 23 from 9:30-11:00pm ET CE Hours: 3 (RACE applied for) Tuition:
$51 ($46.00 early bird special if registered by August 16, 2005) To Register:
Visit the Canine Osteoarthritis page and click on the Enroll Now link to enroll.
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