What body temperature can tell usApril 19, 2022Determining if a patient’s elevated body temperature is a true fever (pyrexia) or hyperthermia can be difficult.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhen in doubt, cut it out! But by how much?April 13, 2022By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMARegardless of its mysterious provenance, the 3-cm margin for MCT excision has been widely adopted. Given the technical difficulty of this practice and the risk of post-surgical complications, it is likely many patients have suffered such complications or even been denied treatment for their disease due to the lack of an available veterinarian comfortable performing such an aggressive surgical excision. The adoption of standards without strong evidence has real-world consequences for our patients.
Canine heartworm and Dirofilaria dollar discourseApril 12, 2022Canine heartworm prevention is a common client conversation topic. In the contiguous U.S., the nematode parasite causing heartworm, Dirofilaria immitis, is endemic, and elsewhere (globally) it is an increasing concern due to climate change, subsequent vector (mosquito) abundance, and range expansion.
Surgical success: Not just about procedureApril 12, 2022Two important parts of any surgical procedure’s successful outcome is the surgery itself and the anesthesia/analgesia that ensures patient safety and comfort.
The 'other' dental pain—ergonomic issuesApril 12, 2022Ergonomics is understood as the science dealing with designing and arranging things so people can use them easily and safely.
Vet school adds Fear Free to curriculumApril 11, 2022Ensuring the next generation of veterinarians are familiar with gentle and effective handling techniques is the goal of a new academic requirement at RUSVM.
Combo injection for canine sedation, pain relief OKed by FDAApril 11, 2022A sedative and analgesic shown to keep a dog’s heart rate close to normal range during surgery has received the green light from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Dog ownership good for children's healthApril 8, 2022Family dog ownership can have a positive effect on preschoolers’ physical activity and sleep habits, the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) reports.
Why diagnosing OA pain in cats is not easyApril 8, 2022Osteoarthritis (OA) is among the most common age-related conditions in cats.
Can you solve this puzzle?April 8, 2022An eight-year-old standard poodle presents after being found with a distended abdomen at a boarding facility.
