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Dimercaprol
Used as the specific antidote for treating acute arsenic poisoning. Also used for treating poisoning caused by mercury, lead, copper, antimony, chromium, and zinc.
Equine Limb Casts: Classification and Indications
Although casts are commonly used in equine practice for various reasons, the most common indication for their application is in the management of distal limb wounds.
Equine Limb Casts: Materials and Methods
Cast materials commonly used in equine practice are economical, easy to apply, and durable -- and also achieve a high strength:weight ratio in a short time.
Evaluation of a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System For Use in Dogs, Cats, and Horses
Results of this study indicate that interstitial glucose cocentrations measured by continuous glucose monitoring system [CGMS] correlated well with whole blood glucose concentrations, were sensitive to abrupt changes in glucose concentration, and provided a detailed representation of an animal's glucose concentrations for an extended time period.


Management Options For Treating Generalized Demodex In A Pregnant Dog
We only know that it can be familial and that severe problems often crop up in more than one pup of the litter -- and that can happen at times when the pups are no longer together and when the bitch does not have clinical disease. Thus we cite hereditary tendencies.
Rush Immunotherapy - Protocol
My personal experience is that the dogs seem to do better initially, but then somewhat plateau out in about 6 to 8 months.
Job Applicants You Don't Want
It's noon on the first day of accepting resumes. Here are some hints for people who don't want a job here ...
Death Of Husband And Practice Worth
I hope veterinarians are reading this, because this is what can happen if you don't have proper valuations and buy/sell agreements in place.
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Abstract Of The Week: Persistent Urinary Tract Infections And Reinfections In 100 Dogs
Website Of The Week: Research In Equine Parasitology, and Fungal Identification Guide
Book Review: Horse And Stable Management, 4th Edition This book is available in the VINstore. eVetSite Systems Tip Of The Week: Wrap Text Around Photo Images
Survey of The Week Results: * Veterinary Support Staff * Client Sympathy Response * Grape/Raisin * Consumer Reports * ACE Inhibitor Use in Dogs * Imaging & Telemedicine * Nasal Mites * Euthanasia Procedures * FATE * Veterinary Career Survey, Part 1
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Art of Arteries Arterial Catheterization, Sampling, and More
Arterial puncture, catheterization, sample collection/handling, and direct blood pressure monitoring are becoming more commonly used in practice to assure our patients well-being.Have your veterinary technicians take this course to help you continue to provide the best care for your patients. (As a refresher, Veterinarians are welcome to take this course; however, RACE CE credits have been applied for VTs only)
Instructor: Dawn M. Perri, RVT, AS Dates: December 23, 2003 – January 29, 2004 Realtime Sessions: Mondays; 9:00pm - 10:30pm ET Course Description: As the veterinary clinician becomes more advanced, so must the veterinary technician. This course is designed to provide the veterinary technician with the skills to perform and understand arterial blood sampling, catheterization, and direct blood pressure monitoring. All veterinary technicians are encouraged to register. This course covers essential skills required for those pursuing their VTS certification for Emergency and Critical Care through AVECCT. To Register: Visit the course information page for more details and click on the Enroll Now link to register for this course.
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