Small Animal Topic
Canine Hip Dysplasia
...The result of the joint instability is abnormal wear of the cartilage. Cartilage wear leads to the formation of bone spurs and scar tissue, which are the characteristic signs of...
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Large Animal Topic
Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy
...over a year. If corneal ulceration is present due to decreased tear production, or decreased blinking, this may also require extended treatment though complete resolution occurs in the majority of...
Small Animal Topic
Oral Tumors
...salivation and/or sanguinous (i.e., bloody) oral discharge Facial swelling/ asymmetry Enlarged cervical lymph nodes Difficulty in chewing food or opening mouth Dropping food from mouth Visible mass Loose teeth (especially...
Small Animal Topic
Glossectomy
...the extent of the glossectomy – partial, sub-total, near-total or total. Adjunct treatments such as chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy may be considered based on the tumor type. Figure 2. Near...
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Diplomates’ priorities made clear with the member needs assessment
...the Surgery Summit and virtually, to encourage connections and the opportunity to share early-career experiences. supporting first-year residents’ well-being by holding a webinar this fall to help them understand what...
Small Animal Topic
Chylothorax
...the abdomen, near the kidneys, absorbs these small molecules. The CC is a lymphatic reservoir that receives chyle from the intestine but also receives lymphatic fluid from the rest of...
Small Animal Topic
Postoperative Care After Surgery: What Animal Owners Should Expect
...improves as anesthetic effects wear off and comfort increases. Mild disorientation or behavior changes: Some pets may appear restless, confused, or more vocal as they recover from anesthesia. These signs...
Large Animal Topic
Enucleation in Cattle
...taken to determine the type of tumor, and lymph nodes should be palpated to check for enlargement. Enucleation is most often performed as a standing procedure with local anesthesia (nerve...
Small Animal Topic
Fractured Limbs
...object goes through the skin and breaks the bone. If there is no open wound near the fracture, it is called a closed fracture. Open fractures are considered more emergent...
Large Animal Topic
Ophthalmology Surgical Emergencies in Horses
...Evaluation of tear film distribution using Rose-Bengal stain. This film is distributed over the corneal surface each time the eyelids close or blink. Disruption of the corneal tear film predisposes...
