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Intra- and interobserver variability of ultrasonographic measurements of the thyroid gland in healthy Beagles
The variability of three different parameters (the maximal length, width, and height) within observer, between observer, and between dogs was assessed based on three different measurements made by each of three observers in five healthy beagles. The height and the volume had the lowest intra- and interobserver variability, while measurements of the length had the biggest intra- and interobserver variability.
Pathology of bartonella endocarditis in six dogs
Features of Bartonella endocarditis included a combination of fibrosis, mineralization, endothelial proliferation, and neovascularization with variable inflammation. None of these features is specific; however, the combination is distinct both from endocarditis caused by culturable bacteria and from endocardiosis. Ultrastructural analyses revealed both extracellular and intraendothelial bacteria. Clinical history, serology, and PCR are currently necessary to establish an etiologic diagnosis of Bartonella endocarditis.
Colostrum management in calves: effects of drenching vs. bottle feeding
A slightly delayed increase of serum immunoglobulin concentration (approximately 3 h) was obvious in drenched calves compared with bottle-fed calves, but drenched calves reached significantly higher immunoglobulin concentrations compared with bottle-fed calves. It is concluded that the proper application of colostrum by a drencher is a useful method for adequate colostral supply in newborn calves.
Associations Between Pregnancy Outcome and Serological Response to Neospora caninum Among a Group of Dairy Heifers
Heifers that were seropositive to N. caninum by ELISA had a much greater risk of abortion than seronegative heifers. Most seropositive heifers showed evidence of a reactivation of infection during pregnancy.
Risk/Benefit Of MRIs For Animals With Head Trauma; Considerations For Anesthesia In Head Trauma Patients
With regard to anesthesia (and head trauma), some things should jump into your mind immediately. Mortality rates skyrocket when cerebral perfusion is compromised in head trauma patients. Cerebral perfusion pressure is the mean arterial blood pressure minus intracranial pressure (CPP=MABP-ICP). When you place a head trauma patient under general anesthesia, I think it is important to minimize anything that will decrease cerebral perfusion pressure.
Morphine In Local Dental Blocks
There is some evidence that inflammatory pain (as would presumably exist in and around a tooth that needs pullin') leads to up-regulation of mu opioid receptor mRNA in the dorsal root ganglia and brainstem, resulting in increased axonal transport of peripheral opioid receptors to the terminal ends of sensory afferents. As this tends to be a body-wide phenomenon, I can't think of a good reason why it wouldn't happen in the mouth as well.
Dog Has Developed Several More Bladder Stones In Only A Few Months
Although the facts that this is a Schnauzer and that there are multiple stones both hint toward the new stones being calcium oxalate, you must culture the urine. If it's a urea-splitter, then start appropriate antibiotics and a dissolution diet (S/D), and continue both until the stones are gone.
Client Information: How To Pick A Good Dog/Cat Breeder
I would love to hear from VINners about what advice to give clients about buying a dog or cat from a breeder.
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, August 14, 10 pm ET
Join John Rossmeisl, Jr., DVM, MS, DACVIM (SA Internal Medicine, Neurology), for
New Anticonvulsant Therapy.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, August 16, 9:30 pm ET
What's your favorite book so far this year? Stop by and share!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 3
Wednesday, August 17, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use VIN's Database. Email Nate@vin.com for more information about this free, three-part course.
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Disease Modifying Treatment for Feline Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Self-Assessment Colour Review of Feline Medicine Feline
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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: CVC, ECVIM, & IVECCS.
From the Boards:
* Pyelonephritis In CRF Cat
* Toe Amputation Technique
* Larvae In Middle Ear
* Severe Hot Spot
Organ System and ABVP Core Examination Review Module C
Act now to take advantage of Early Bird rates before August 17. Don't wait until the end of the year to catch up on your CE! You diagnose and treat problems with these organ systems in practice every day. Organ System and Core Examination C is a great course to refresh your knowledge on the physiology & pathophysiology of the selected organ systems. Dates:
August 31-October 26, 2005
Real-time sessions: Wednesday evenings; 9:30-11:30 PM ET Topics and Instructors:
· Week 1 (Aug 31) Respiratory -- Brendan McKiernan, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)
· Week 2 (Sept 7) and 3 (Sept 14) Gastroenterology -- Chris Ludlow, DVM, MS, DACVIM and Margie Scherk, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Feline)
· Week 4 (Sept 21) and 5 (Sept 28) Endocrinology -- Ellen Behrend, VMD, MS, DACVIM and Jill C. Lurye, DVM, MS, DACVIM
· Week 6 (Oct 5) Hematology/Chemistry - Michelle L. Plier, DVM, Dipl. ACVP and Kristin Henson, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVP
· Week 7 (Oct 12) and 8 (Oct 19) Cardiology -- Mark Kittleson, DVM, PhD, DACVIM; University of California-Davis; Mark Rishniw, BVSc, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology); Paul Pion, DVM, DACVIM; Veterinary Information Network CE Hours: 16 Tuition:
Member/$245, Non-Member/$338 by August 17, 2005;
Member/$272, Non-Member/$375 after August 17, 2005. To Register:
Visit Organ System and Core Examination C and click on the Enroll now link. Looking for more CE for yourself? Scheduled VIN CE courses include:
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