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Diagnostic approach in dogs with increased ALP activity ...
Nov 1, 2010 · An increase in serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity is a common laboratory finding in dogs. It is typically used as a diagnostic marker for cholestatic liver disease. However, increased ALP activity has a high sensitivity (86%) but …
Otitis externa - a quick guide to management (Proceedings)
Oct 1, 2011 · Divide equally into 2-ml portions in syringes and freeze (will remain stable for 3 months); this is the "stock solution". To make up the ear treatment solution, thaw and mix a 2 ml aliquot of concentrate with 40 ml of normal saline. Divide this into four 10-ml aliquots and freeze.
Radiographic evaluation of pulmonary patterns and ... - dvm360
Apr 1, 2008 · Radiographic interpretation of pulmonary disease is a critical part of veterinary diagnostics, but can be one of the more intimidating areas of radiographic evaluation. Utilizing a good understanding of normal radiographic anatomy as well as an organized, step-by-step approach, accurate interpretation of pulmonary disease is very likely.
An overview of multiple myeloma in dogs and cats - dvm360
Oct 1, 2009 · Table 1. Diagnostic Criteria for Multiple Myeloma* Staging. Recommended primary staging tests include a CBC, serum chemistry profile, and urinalysis, although advanced diagnostic modalities may be required (Table 2).Nonregenerative anemia is the most common finding on a CBC, reported in 55% to 68% of cases.1,4,5 Key findings on a serum chemistry profile include azotemia and hypercalcemia ...
Managing anemia in cats with chronic kidney disease - dvm360
Oct 12, 2023 · Up to 50% of cats will be diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in their lifetime, and for 17% of geriatric cats, this will be the cause of death. 1,2 A common comorbidity seen in 65% of these patients is anemia, 3 which becomes more severe as CKD progresses and can have a significant impact on quality of life. Shelly Vaden, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, a founding member of the American College of ...
Treatment of Pseudomonas otitis in the dog (Sponsored by Pfizer) …
Aug 1, 2005 · Otitis externa is a common presenting problem in clinical practice. In chronic cases, the infection frequently extends to the middle ear. While multiple factors contribute to otitis development and subsequent secondary infections, the organisms found most often in affected ears include Staphylococcus species, Malassezia pachydermatis, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
CVOM: VHMA’s new veterinary management certification program …
Oct 9, 2024 · The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) took the stage at their annual conference, held this year from September 5-7, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to announce their newest initiative: A new certification program for …
An overview of Zenrelia - dvm360
Oct 9, 2024 · In this video interview with dvm360, Mara Tugel, DVM, veterinary technical marketing-companion animal therapeutics for Elanco, gives viewers an overview of the product and how it can help improve the lives of canines suffering from these dermatology diseases, and the benefits it has for clients.. Below is a partial transcript . Mara Tugel, DVM: Zenrelia, or the drug name illunocitinib, is a ...
Diagnosing and managing recurrent urinary tract infections
Nov 1, 2010 · An alternative therapy for recurrent UTI is a rarely used urinary antiseptic methenamine mandelate. Methenamine is converted to formaldehyde in an acidic urine pH. Because bacteria cannot easily acquire resistance to formaldehyde, it may be efficacious in patients with resistant UTI and in patients with re-infections …