Neurology

Neurology

Neurology

Information relating to disorders of the nervous system in companion animals – from examination to management.

September 2019

Genetics of disc disease in chondrodystrophic dogs

Nicolas Granger and Helene Vandenberghe discuss new insights into this condition and the genetics that cause it.

25 mins
Equine hindlimb proximal suspensory ligament injuries

Sue Dyson reviews developments in the understanding of risk factors, and discusses diagnosis and management of this condition.

51 mins
Fungal osteomyelitis in a dog

Selda Curtseit presents the case of Ella, a nine-year-old neutered female Rottweiler with a history of OA, in the latest of the occasional Case Notes series.

10 mins
Animals to become collateral damage of Brexit

Immigration Advice Service political correspondent Olivia Bridge explains how post-Brexit immigration rules will impact the agricultural sector, as well as the veterinary workforce and animal welfare as a whole.

17 mins
Postoperative pain management in companion animal patients

Kelly Bowlt Blacklock discusses this topic in dogs and cats, including attitudes towards pain and how to reliably assess patient pain levels.

50 mins
Equine influenza: status and latest outbreak information

Jamie Prutton and Fleur Whitlock discuss recent confirmed outbreaks of this respiratory virus in horses, along with surveillance, classification, vaccination protocols and biosecurity.

39 mins
Update in mandibular and maxillary fracture management

Gian Marco Arcabasso and Francesc Xavier Salord Torres look at diagnostics and resolution methods regarding these types of jaw injuries in canine and feline patients.

33 mins
Equine SkiPD: a pre-purchase examination-inspired review

In a break from the traditional CPD event report, vet Charlotte Frost presents her experiences in Austria in a format familiar to equine veterinarians.

19 mins
Companion animal dermatology

Jeanette Bannoehr discusses aural and dermal conditions that often present in cats and dogs, including management and diagnosis.

37 mins
Behavioural aspects of common equine veterinary issues

Catherine Bell discusses how increased collaboration between vets and paraprofessionals can lower stress in equine patients.

30 mins
Notable findings from a Norfolk terrier case study

Francesco Cian discusses the case of an adult, male dog referred for lethargy, anorexia and abdominal discomfort.

5 mins
Salesmen, stripe painting and seasonal farm activity

Roger Evans discusses sales reps and activities particular to certain types of year in his latest Dairy Diary.

19 mins
Anaesthesia and analgesia for the orthopaedic patient

Mark Senior shares his thoughts on the challenges presented by these patients, and discusses how these can be mitigated to improve anaesthetic-related outcomes.

27 mins
Parasitic disease as a cause of colic

David Rendle discusses the endoparasites associated with this common presentation and how good management strategies should ensure infrequent use of anthelmintics aimed at prevention.

47 mins
Responsible worming of cattle

Neil Sargison discusses principles of control, as well as challenges in the face of gastrointestinal roundworm and lungworm adaptation.

38 mins
Pet obesity: clinical implications and latest thinking on tackling it

Mike Davies, referencing research, old and new, looks at the latest findings on this common complaint in companion animals.

22 mins
Metabolomics and the equine microbiome: does diet matter?

Rosemary Waring and John Hunter discuss studies into the use of malt-based dietary supplements in racehorses and non-Thoroughbreds and the potential health benefits they provide.

38 mins
Locum lessons: defining the gold standard, note-taking and pay

As regular Veterinary Times contributor Dave Beeston takes the next step on his career path as an intern at the RVC, he reflects on what he learned during his time as a locum and hopes he can carry those lessons forward into his new role.

31 mins
Ectoparasites – deciding on best treatment for individual animals

Hany Elsheikha highlights the major groups of such parasites affecting dogs and cats, and explores the idea of an individualised approach to treating patients.

43 mins
Gastric ulceration in equine patients – risk factors, testing and treatment

Jamie Prutton reviews recent research carried out into this issue and provides a summary of available treatment protocols.

47 mins