Feline pyothorax
Feline pyothorax is a potentially fatal condition that requires prompt recognition and adequate treatment in order to ensure a good outcome for the patient, as Chiara Valtolina describes.
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Head trauma in dogs
Head trauma in small animals can be challenging for any clinician, but this paper delivers a clear and concise summary of how to treat such cases.
Small animal transfusion medicine
Confused about what blood product to use and when? This paper offers a review of the current options available for transfusion in small animal medicine.
How I approach… The dog in respiratory distress
How do you deal with a dog in respiratory distress? This article reviews the optimal approach required to assess and stabilize the critically ill patient.
How I approach… Working successfully with breeders
Veterinarians sometimes find it challenging to work successfully with breeders, but this paper discusses how the relationship can be a positive experience for both parties.
Arterial thromboembolism in cats
Feline thromboembolism is a condition which can strike without warning, and where the clinician’s assessment and decisions can make the difference between life and death, as discussed in this article by Michael Aherne.
Canine diabetic ketoacidosis
What do you do when the critical diabetic patient arrives at the emergency clinic? This paper offers a step-by-step approach for optimal results.
Acute heart failure in dogs
Acute heart failure in dogs carries a serious risk of death, and optimizing diagnosis and treatment is paramount, as discussed by Luca Ferasin.
Sepsis in the dog
Sepsis is a medical emergency in the dog; rapid identification and proactive intervention are essential for a positive outcome.
Prescribing IV fluids in the cat
Prescribing IV fluids for cats is not as straightforward as it may first appear; this paper offers a comprehensive overview of current knowledge.
Veterinary internships in the USA
Thinking about doing an internship in the USA? This article delivers a brief guide to the advantages and disadvantages as to what one can offer.