Endocrinology
The Diagnosis of Canine Hyperadrenocorticism
Diagnosis of canine hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) or Cushing's syndrome is difficult in some cases due to factors such as the presence of nonadrenal illness and limitations in the tests.Diagnostics
An Uncontrolled Diabetic Dog
Evaluating a poorly controlled diabetic pet can be frustrating for both the clinician and the owner. A thorough examination of the patient, along with careful monitoring, are critical in successfully stabilizing these animals.Endocrinology
Canine Insulinoma: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Staging
Aside from a histologic confirmation of insulinoma, no currently available diagnostic test provides a definitive diagnosis of insulinoma.Emergency Medicine/Critical Care
The ADR (Ain’t Doing Right) Dog: Endocrine Emergencies
This article reviews the information provided by Dr. Justine Lee and Dr. Garret Pachtinger in the session, Emergency Management of Hypoadrenocorticism.Endocrinology
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs Part 3: Current and Investigative Options for Therapy
An analysis of treatment and therapy options for the management of Cushing's disease in dogs, or canine pituitary dependent hyperadrenocorticism.Endocrinology
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs Part 2: Diagnostic Approach
A diagnostic approach to addressing Cushing’s disease in dogs, or canine pituitary dependent hyperadrenocorticism (PDH), and information needed for laboratory assessment.
Endocrinology
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs: Diagnosis, Clinical Signs, and Laboratory Findings
Diagnosis of Cushing's disease in dogs requires incorporating information from the history, physical examination, and routine laboratory tests.Endocrinology
An Uncontrolled Diabetic Cat
The prognosis for cats with uncontrolled acromegaly and poorly controlled diabetes mellitus is poor to guarded; however, in cats, when the concurrent disease causing insulin resistance is recognized and treated appropriately, a favorable outcome is possible.Endocrinology
Canine Hypoadrenocorticism: Overview, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Maya Lottati DVM, PhD, and David Bruyette, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Internal Medicine) Addison’s disease has an overall low disease prevalence, and when combined with vague clinical signs and nonspecific clinicopathologic abnormalities, diagnosis is challenging.