Urology

Urology

Urology

Content on the management of urinary system disorders, including urinary tract disease and kidney disease.

August 2019

Urethral obstruction in dogs and cats

Alastair Mather and Jon Hall discuss the initial presentation of this issue in canine and feline patients, as well as decision-making for surgery.

40 mins
Demanding dermatology: from clients to complaints – part two

In the second of a two-part series, Peter Kukadia looks at bacterial infection of the skin and pitfalls when discussing this complex condition with clients.

23 mins
Companion animal worming: treatment and compliance

Hany Elsheikha summarises the latest thinking on preventive health care, and discusses the importance of owners adhering to control programmes to ensure they are successful.

34 mins
Canine atopic dermatitis

Victoria Robinson, using case examples, looks at treatment and management of this chronic problem, including owner advice.

31 mins
Case of pancytopenia in a dog

Francesco Cian’s latest Haematology Hub column reviews the case of a dog that presented with loss of appetite, exercise intolerance and a history of persistent anaemia.

8 mins

July 2019

Management of anaesthetic emergencies in companion animals

Serena Bassolino looks at common complications in anaesthetising patients, assessment of the situation and best course of action.

31 mins
Demanding dermatology: from clients to complaints – part one

Peter Kukadia looks at dealing with client expectations, queries and complaints related to diagnosing and treating skin disorders.

44 mins
Identifying chronic kidney disease in dogs and cats

Alix McBrearty describes methods of detecting renal conditions, including blood and urine testing, as well as imaging.

46 mins
Multimodal approach to chronic pain in companion animals

Ian Self discusses management and, using various case examples, treatment options in canine and feline patients.

46 mins
Misuse of antibiotic drugs part 3: applications in surgical patients

Kelly Bowlt-Blacklock and James Warland consider situations where antibiotics are appropriate in patients undergoing surgery (part 3 of 3).

17 mins
Case study: souvenirs from holiday

Francesco Cian presents haematology slides from another case in the latest in his Veterinary Times series.

6 mins
Lower urinary tract disease and other urethral disorders in cats

Sarah Caney describes how accurate diagnosis of urinary disorders in patients is often vital to successful management.

24 mins
Persistent vitelline duct cyst in dog

Chris Palgrave and Annedine Conradie present the case of a young cocker spaniel with a malformation on the omphalomesenteric duct.

6 mins

June 2019

Fleas and ticks: latest thinkings and innovations

Ian Wright takes a look at the importance of accurate parasite control, as well as latest data findings and innovations for tackling household infestations.

31 mins
Companion animal analgesia

Karen Walsh looks at uses and latest developments in analgesics, as well as types available in canine and feline patients.

51 mins
Unexpected findings in a dog with peripheral leukocytosis

Francesco Cian discusses a blood sample from an adult neutered poodle in the latest Haematology Hub.

7 mins
What’s your diagnosis in this case?

Fiona Adam and Marco Armellini present history, physical examination and ultrasound findings to help diagnose a cat's behavioural problem.

15 mins
Use of blood smears to diagnose vector-borne pathogens of cats and...

Ian Wright advocates the blood smear as a useful screening tool for immediate results on a broad range of parasites.

44 mins
Pyelonephritis in a dog

Andrea Holmes looks at this condition in a canine patient, and outlines recommended management and monitoring.

8 mins
Borreliosis prevention vaccine efficacy in dogs

Alex Gough looks at a study into a borreliosis vaccination and another on levothyroxine supplementation, among others, in the latest Research Review.

19 mins