Update on acid suppressant therapyThis post describes the use and pros/cons of H2 receptor antagonists and proton pump inhibitors. Read More
The clot thickens: Thromboembolic disease in dogs and catsNicole Barrella, DVM Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, Woburn, MA Posted on 2016-10-18 Hemostasis The cell-based model of coagulation describes the three distinct, overlapping phases leading to clot formation as a result of platelet interaction with Read More
Medical evaluation of congenital hepatic disease in dogsThe two most common types of congenital hepatic disease include portosystemic vascular anomalies (PSVA) and microvascular dysplasia (MVD, now technically termed portal vein hypoplasia without a macroscopic anomaly). The clinical course and treatment options differ depending on the underlying disease, and an accurate diagnosis is essential for future management and prognosis. Read More
The yellow fellow: Evaluation of the icteric catIcterus is the presence of yellow discoloration of non-pigmented body surfaces (i.e. mucous membranes, sclera, skin) or plasma, and this results from an accumulation of bilirubin in the blood stream. Read More
Red blood cell transfusionsSmall animal veterinary blood products have become much more accessible over the past decade. Check out this article on red blood cell transfusions. Read More
Vomiting and anti-emetic therapy in veterinary medicineVomiting causes alarm and concern across species and is a common presenting complaint in our small animal patients. Read more about the pathophysiology and treatment of vomiting. Read More
Canine hypoadrenocorticism: An overview of what we know and have learnedHypoadrenocorticism is a life-threatening disease and is a result of failure of the adrenal glands to produce adequate hormones. Click on post title to read more about this potentially life-threatening, but manageable disorder. Read More
Gastroprotectant and antacid therapy in veterinary medicineGastroprotectant and antacid therapies are commonly employed in veterinary medicine when we wish to prevent gastric ulceration or suspect gastric ulceration may be the cause of clinical signs in our canine and feline patients. Click post title to read more about GI protectant mechanisms and treatment of GI ulceration. Read More
Calcium oxalate urolithiasisUrolithiasis refers to the formation of stones anywhere within the upper and lower urinary tracts. It is a common problem among both canine and feline patients in veterinary medicine and one of the most common causes of lower urinary tract signs. Read More
