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New and Revised Articles to Share With Your Clients! Veterinary Partner Texas Farm Radio VetzInsight
Surgical technique and short-term outcome for experimental laparoscopic closure of the epiploic foramen in 6 horses
At initial surgery, epiploic foramen (EF) closure was successful in all 6 horses; median surgical time was 40.5 minutes (range, 22-110 minutes). At repeat laparoscopic reevaluation, closure was complete in 5 horses, with partial closure of the EF observed in 1 horse.
Benefits of pre- and intraoperative planning for tibial plateau leveling osteotomy
Five variables were found to increase the risk of tibial tuberosity fractures: lack of osteotomy planning, bilateral same-session surgeries, osteotomy gap, anti-rotational pin location, and decreased tibial crest width at the insertion of the patellar ligament.
Re-emergence of Pigeon Fever (Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis) Infection in Texas Horses: Epidemiologic Investigation of Laboratory-Diagnosed Cases
This study provides a baseline for future investigations of pigeon fever in the Texas horse population and serves as a reference for the disease distribution for veterinarians and horse owners.
Treating Tremors In Dog Who Ingested Mushrooms From Compost Pile
The most severe tremors usually resolve within 48-72 hours, but mild residual tremors (usually not requiring medication) can persist for several days and, in rare cases, a week or more.
Are Heartworm Positive Dogs At Risk For Adverse Reactions When Treated With Heartgard (Ivermectin) Or Other Preventatives? Should They Be Pretreated And Hospitalized For Observation?
The vast majority of adverse reactions occur in dogs that have a high microfilarial count, and most of those occur when a large number of them are killed quickly with a high dose of a macrocyclic lactone like Interceptor (milbemycin). So first, to justify the hospitalization and prednisone, the dog has to have microfilariae. If there are none...
Client Declined Biopsy, But Veterinarian Sent It To Laboratory Anyway: Should Result Be Given To Client?
The way I handle this is that histopath is not optional. I just include that in the fee estimate. If I'm going to put the patient through surgery, then I'm not comfortable not getting histopath if there is a chance the results will affect patient management.
Ways To Decrease Tardiness In Staff Members; Can Paid Time Off (PTO) Be Deducted By Amount Employee Is Late?
If we have an employee who is tardy twice in a month, the second time I'll send him home without pay for the day when he shows up, unless he has proof of a really good excuse (newly smashed in bumper might work for me). We are very strict, and have no tardiness issues because we fire on the third one.
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Exotic and Emerging Animal Diseases: Remembering the Zebras
August 20 - October 11, 2014 This course will review the major exotic and emerging animal diseases, emphasizing the clinical signs and gross lesions of these diseases in various species and the role of the practitioner and other professionals. Major emphasis will be placed on including exotic diseases in the differential diagnosis of various clinical presentations and the importance of laboratory support for the diagnosis of both "horses and zebras." Advanced Topics in Feline Medicine 2014
August 26 - November 14, 2014 This course focuses upon extending the participants' knowledge of feline medicine, covering topics in a variety of fields, including: ophthalmology, hypercalcemia/calcitriol, chronic kidney disease, FLUTD, stomatitis and tooth resorption, pain modifying modalities, emerging infectious diseases, and pediatric care and management. Visit the CE Participant Resource Center to learn the basics of online CE, how to find your course area, CE participation requirements, and much more! For more information on CE opportunities for veterinary technicians, receptionists, or practice managers, visit the VSPN Course Catalog. Follow VIN CE and VSPN on Twitter! Click the "Send request" button to prompt the (VIN / VSPN) crews to accept you as a follower.
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