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Accuracy of an oscillometric blood pressure monitor during phenylephrine-induced hypertension in dogs
In dogs, oscillometry underestimated systolic arterial blood pressure during normotension, and the difference between oscillometric and direct measurements increased during hypertension. Oscillometry underestimated diastolic arterial blood pressure, but the difference between oscillometric and direct measurements decreased during hypertension. There was close agreement among techniques for mean arterial blood pressure determinations.
Spontaneous retrograde movement of ureteroliths in two dogs and five cats
Ureteroliths can move retrograde within the ureter and even back into the renal pelvis. Retrograde movement of ureteroliths may make surgical planning more difficult.
Acute hepatic failure and coagulopathy associated with xylitol ingestion in eight dogs
Although xylitol causes hypoglycemia in dogs, hepatic failure after ingestion has not previously been reported. Because an increasing number of consumer products contain xylitol, clinicians should be aware that ingestion of xylitol can have serious, life-threatening effects.
Congenital keratoconjunctivitis sicca and ichthyosiform dermatosis in the cavalier King Charles spaniel
These two conditions occurring together in this breed is well recognised by some breeders, but rarely by the veterinary profession. Successful treatment is not possible, although some improvement, particularly of the keratoconjunctivitis sicca, can be obtained. The probable hereditary nature of the condition is an important factor for control.
Acute Onset Of Congestive Heart Failure In A Dog: Ruptured Chordae Tendineae?
From your description, it sounds like it was refractory cardiogenic pulmonary edema, most likely due to ruptured chordae tendineae.
Nightmare Averted -- Back-Up Your Computers!
I have a Maxtor external hard drive, and I have an icon on my desktop programmed so that all I do is click on it and it starts a complete backup of my hard drive. I can easily remove it from the premesis for back-up security. Best backup system I have ever used.
Full Mouth Extractions In Cat: Suture Material and Pain Management
Your protocol is good for most minor surgical procedures and is likely one that would be chosen by a good number of responsible and knowledgeable practitioners. However, for the pain of full mouth extractions, it will fall short because ...
Weight Loss In An African Grey; Treatment Of Chronic Liver Disease In Birds
A question about an African Grey parrot that is rapidly losing weight turns into an excellent and detailed discussion on how to diagnose and treat chronic liver disease in birds ...
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 Sunday Rounds
Sunday, December 3, 10 pm ET
Join John Daugherty, DVM, for Your First Job: How To Make Sure It's A Dream And Not A Nightmare.This rounds is NOT just for students and new grads. New graduates are our future. We all must share in welcoming them to the profession and nurturing them. Make a point of joining this very important discussion. This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Rounds link to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, December 5, 9:30 pm ET
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Recent Rounds
 Abstract Of The Week:
Acute hepatic failure and coagulopathy associated with xylitol ingestion in eight dogs
What's Your Diagnosis?
* What's Your Diagnosis (Ophthalmology)?
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Controlling Occupational Exposure To Hazardous Drugs and more...
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Self-Assessment Color Review of Rabbit Medicine and Surgery
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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: ASVCP/ACVP, NAVC, and WVC.
From the Boards:
* Paying For Space On Strip Center's Sign
* Use Helium-Oxygen Instead Of Plain Oxygen?
* Obstructed Cranial Vena Cava
* Working Up This Hyponatremia
Effective Staff Training Solutions
This course is designed to show how to prepare and implement an in-house staff training program for any veterinary practice. The course will have three 90-minute online sessions presenting an overview of the training process, topics and teaching methods that will really work for your hospital, interactive message boards to discuss the real time sessions, and homework assignments giving you the opportunity to try the methods and systems with your team. All office managers, practice managers, hospital administrators, supervisors, and veterinarians are welcome to join the course and its discussions. This course has been submitted for RACE approval for veterinarians and veterinary technicians and has been submitted to VHMA for approval towards CVPM requirements. Instructor:
Phillip Seibert, CVT Dates:
January 10 - February 9, 2007
Real Time Sessions: Monday evenings January 15 and 22, and Tuesday evening January 30; 9:30pm-11:00pm ET CE Hours: 4.5 Tuition: $83 ($75 early bird special if registered by December 27, 2006)
Please see the course enrollment page for other course discounts. There is no textbook required or recommended for this class. To find out more about this course:
Visit the Effective Staff Training Solutions course information page. To register, go to the course information page and choose the Enroll Now link.
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