Dermatology

Dermatology

Dermatology

Causative factors and treatment of common skin and ear presentations, as well as managing client expectations.

December 2020

Allergies in dogs: how to reach a diagnosis part 1

Diana Ferreira in the first of a two-part article, walks readers through the key elements in the work-up of pruritic canine patients.

22 mins
Analgesia advances: latest thinking and innovations

Karen Walsh discusses early recognition of this issue, as well as developments in medications and additional management options.

54 mins
Transmission of meat-borne infectious agents – part 2

Mike Davies BVetMed, CertVR, CertSAO, FRCVS reviews evidence on the transmission of food-borne protozoa and viruses to and between animals and humans.

24 mins
Association of serum vitamin D with immune function in dogs

Alex Gough MA, VetMB, CertSAM, CertVC, PGCert(Neuroimaging), MRCVS is back with another round up of veterinary studies in this Research Review from the pages of Vet Times.

21 mins
Avulsion of the lateral head of the gastrocnemius muscle in a cat

Krzysztof Herman DVM, PGCertSAS, MRCVS describes the surgical treatment of a patient using a combination of suture anchor and external skeleton fixator.

19 mins
The benefits of a residency

Dave Beeston BVetMed(Hons), PGDip(VCP), MRCVS looks at benefits of his job in his latest ECC Endeavours article for Vet Times.

29 mins
Fracture of the lateral aspect of the humeral condyle in a dog

In a Case Notes piece from Vet Times, Ivan Filipovic PgC(SAS), MRCVS looks at the case of acute onset non‑weightbearing lameness of the right thoracic limb.

8 mins
To see or not to see: lockdown dilemmas in dermatology

Peter Kukadia describes how to approach remote consultations to achieve a diagnosis and treatment plan for this issue.

52 mins
Significant event audit: incorrect saline type

RCVS Knowledge returns with another quality improvement case example of a saline administration error.

25 mins

November 2020

Treatment and management of otitis in dogs and cats

Filippo De Bellis and Hannah Lipscomb describe the clinical approach to this common presentation, as well as medical and surgical therapy options.

49 mins
Companion animal wound care – treatment and management

Georgie Hollis BSc, details considerations on innovations and research in this field.

32 mins
Mediastinal mass in a dog – what’s hiding in the middle?

From his Vet Times Diagnostic Dilemmas column – Francesco Cian discusses the case of an English springer spaniel presenting with a history of lethargy, polyuria and polydipsia.

15 mins

October 2020

Canine congenital hydrocephalus

Luca Motta uses the example of an eight‑month‑old bulldog to describe the diagnosis, therapy and prognosis for this issue.

27 mins
Small animal parasites – are pet owners getting the year-round message?

Hany Elsheikha discusses the clinical impact of infestation on pet health and potential solutions practices can implement to improve clients’ compliance with preventive strategies.

47 mins
Eyelid tumours in dogs and cats – part 1

Renata Stavinohova, Davide Berlato, Roberta Rasotto and James Oliver begin a three-part article by detailing the examination and treatment of common and important presentations in dogs.

35 mins
Neurological examination of spinal patients, part 2

Simona Radaelli concludes this article by describing the most important tests to carry out to determine prognosis in these cases.

33 mins
Arthritis in feline patients – best advice to give owners

Karen Perry discusses the diagnosis and treatment of OA, and the importance of cat owner education in their success.

66 mins
Acute abdominal pain: is it ‘just’ canine pancreatitis?

Peter Roberts details the importance of considering this common presentation alongside history, examination and testing.

36 mins
Study highlights global impact of mind-altering parasite

New RVC research has highlighted the considerable behavioural and psychiatric effects of Toxoplasm gondii parasite around the world.

7 mins

September 2020

Heart disease in canine patients

Luca Ferasin describes diagnostic protocols for this issue, and treatment and management advice, including tips for dog owners.

66 mins