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• New Superbug in Dogs and Cats: mcr-1

Comparison of blood pressure measurements of anesthetized dogs obtained noninvasively with a cylindrical blood pressure cuff and an anatomically modified conical blood pressure cuff
On the basis of results of this study, use of a conical cuff for oscillometric blood pressure measurement cannot be recommended.

Effects of repeated gas sterilization on closure rates of ameroid ring constrictors in vitro
Overall closure rates for ameroid ring constrictors appeared to be unaffected by repeated gas sterilization up to 10 times. Findings suggested that veterinary surgeons can resterilize ameroid ring constrictors up to 10 times with confidence that ring properties would remain suitable for clinical use.

Outcomes of Limb-Sparing Surgery Using Two Generations of Metal Endoprosthesis in 45 Dogs With Distal Radial Osteosarcoma. A Veterinary Society of Surgical Oncology Retrospective Study
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Twenty-eight dogs received GEN1 and 17 dogs received GEN2. There were 39 complications (96%, 14 minor, 29 major) including infection (78%), implant-related complication (36%), and local recurrence (24%). Metastatic frequency was 67% and median metastasis-free interval was 188 days.

Surgical Tips For An Intact Dog With Anal Gland Adenocarcinoma
The surgery is a closed, rather than an open, anal sacculectomy for neoplasia cases.

Gastrointestinal Disease In Cats: Pros And Cons Of Endoscopic Or Surgical Biopsy For Diagnosis
This is definitely an area of controversy. The answer will depend on the individual situation, where you trained, and who you ask.

Symmetric Dimethylarginine (SDMA) Use In Young Pets
On a population basis, median SDMA results appear to be slightly higher (approximately 1 ug/dL) in puppies and kittens

C-Shaped Spleen Seen On Dog's Abdominal Radiographs
This can be seen with splenic torsion. However, without the spleen appearing enlarged and without clinical signs, this is probably just an unusual position for a normal spleen.

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Venting Over a Venti
Tuesday, July 12 - 9:30 p.m. ET
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How to Use VIN, Part 2
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VIN Rounds
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Book Review of the Week
Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds
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Comparative Neuroanatomy And Intelligence

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NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
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Surviving Euthanasia - Making it Better for Everyone
July 13 - 30, 2016
Presenter: Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP (Feline Practice)

In this presentation, we will learn to help clients provide home care for the purposes of comfort and to avoid side effects of their companion's illness. We'll discuss some tools for objective assessment of quality of life and different ways to help the client prioritize treatments. How do we know when a patient is "suffering"? When is the "right time" to assist the ending of a life? And, how do we, as healthcare providers, cope with this?

Dermatology 2016 - Practical Solutions for Common Problems
September 11 - October 5, 2016
Presenter: Mitchell Song, DVM, DACVD

In many veterinary clinics dermatology can make up to 50% of the case load seen on a daily basis. This course will be a presentation of practical solutions to common problems and information for the practicing veterinarian. Information will be presented on how to deal with recurrent bacterial skin infections, why they occur and what can be done to prevent them from happening again and again.

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