Last chance to speak up and win!
Take the Cytology Survey to voice your opinions on pathology terminology and you could win a $150 credit at the VIN Bookstore. But you'll need to hurry -- the survey closes Wednesday, Nov. 10! November Is Dermatology Month On VIN!
Keep your eyes peeled as we highlight dermatology topics throughout the month. We think you will enjoy the extra focus on this fascinating section of veterinary medicine.
The Holiday Season Is Approaching!
Give the gift that keeps on giving (to you, your associates, your clients, and your practice) -- form a group membership on VIN! (Psst! Already have a Group Membership? Then use VIN's Bookstore to find the perfect gift for your associates!)
Have you read the WVC 2004 Proceedings?
If you have, you know the articles (VIN's Library, or VIN's Search) are a great source of information. (Psst! Want to attend WVC 2005? Save money by using the Early Bird Signup -- now available at westernveterinary.org.)
New On VeterinaryPartner.com:
We're always adding new resources to VeterinaryPartner.com for your clients. Some new articles are:
Comparison of seven digital cameras for digitizing radiographs
The Canon EOS-D30, determined to be the best camera used in this study for photographing radiographic images, is also the most expensive camera that was used. Two cameras, the Nikon Coolpix 995 and the Sony DSC-F707, were very close to the Canon in performance at considerably less cost.
Comparison between malignant and nonmalignant splenic masses in dogs using contrast-enhanced computed tomography
Malignant splenic masses had significantly lower attenuation values, measured in HU, than nonmalignant splenic masses, on both pre- and post-contrast images. On post-contrast images, there was a significant difference in attenuation characteristics among all three subsets of splenic masses (malignant, hematoma, hyperplasia).
Repetitive propofol administration in dogs and cats
Slight increases in the number of Heinz bodies were seen in six cats, but the increases were not considered clinically significant. No apparent cumulative adverse effects were seen from a bolus of bisulfite-containing propofol, administered on three consecutive days.
Use of laparotomy in a staged approach for resolution of bilateral or complicated perineal hernia in 41 dogs
In bilateral or complicated PH, fixation of the urinary bladder and colon, and treatment of prostatic disease increase the chances of resolution. Emptying of the perineal space by organ pexy allows improved observation during herniorrhaphy. Despite a 90% clinical resolution, dogs with complicated PH treated by a 2-step protocol may have persistent urinary and fecal disorders.
Hypertension/Tachycardia/Tick Paralysis
We discovered by accident that placing these guys on a ventilator rapidly slowed heart rate and took systemic blood pressures back down into normal range. Still can't figure why. These dogs had not responded to high flow nasal O2. Were intubated without any other drug therapy. And heart rate and blood pressures soared the moment IPPV was removed. Any suggestions?
Weird Foreign Bodies
Old cat presented for obstruction and had obvious bones in his stomach. Went to surgery, and when I opened the stomach a little foot popped out at me. It was attached to the rest of the rat's leg. The whole rat was present, except the head. It was like something out of Alien.
Stupidity At Its Finest
I think that the science gurus at work on the human genome need to make identifying the stupid gene a priority. Once they have identified the gene, they can link it to a nice obvious marker -- like having 6 fingers. Then, you could see someone walk in, notice their fingers, and say to yourself, "OK, he's homozygous for stupid. Anything goes."
Has This Dog Had A Silent Heat?
If I am monitoring a bitch who has silent heats (and no male dog lives in the house), I teach clients to take vaginal cytology -- and have them do so weekly and drop it off for evaluation.
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 Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, November 9, 9:30 pm ET -
Still eating the kids' Halloween candy? (Ready to start a new diet??) Stop by and tell us how you're doing!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion
How To Use VIN: Part 2
Wednesday, November 10, 9:30 pm ET -
Learn how to use VIN's Message Boards. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-part course.
Sunday Rounds
Sunday, November 14, 9:30 pm ET -
Join Sandra J. Sargent, DVM, for Ten Dermatology Secrets I Wish I'd Known.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion
Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Fatal Systemic Toxoplasmosis In A Cat Treated With Cyclosporin For Atopy
What's Your Diagnosis?
* Dental Brain-Teaser 26
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Dermatology Sources, and more …
Book Review:
Broodmare Reproduction For The Equine Practitioner
Order this book from the VIN Store.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Add Single Solid Lines to Separate Items
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: NAVC, WVC.
From the Boards:
* Ordering Trilostane
* Language Barriers And Clients
* Analgesics For Old Sea Lion
* Reverse PDA
Problems in Small Animal Internal Medicine:
A Problem-Oriented Diagnostic Approach
We've all had them -- those nebulous cases where we find only hypoalbuminemia, or anemia, or jaundice, or fever. - Do we work each case up differently, or do we follow a standardized step-by-step process?
- If we do use a standard methodology, are we using the right one?
- Do we understand why we're doing what we're doing?
VIN CE can help! Problems in Small Animal Internal Medicine: A Problem-Oriented Diagnostic Approach will teach you a structured diagnostic approach to these kinds of cases -- and how to work intelligently through the differentials. Instructor:
Dr. Andrew Mackin BSc, BVMS, MVS, DVSc, FACVSc, DSAM, MRCVS, DACVIM
Associate Professor and Service Chief and Dr. Hugh G. Ward Endowed Chair of Small Animal Veterinary Medicine Mississippi State University,
President, Association of Veterinary Hematology and Transfusion Medicine Dates: November 21 - December 19, 2004 Interactive Sessions: Sundays; 9:30 - 11:30 PM ET CE Hours: 8 CE Credits Tuition:
Member/$128, Non-Member/$197 To learn more about this course, and to enroll visit the Problems in Small Animal Internal Medicine: A Problem-Oriented Diagnostic Approach course page.
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