Anesthesiology
Anesthesia and Analgesia in Brachycephalic Dogs
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome increases the likelihood of anesthesia complications, making appropriate management of these patients critical for anesthetic safety.Ophthalmology
The Aging Canine Eye: What to Look for and How to Intervene
Although the aging process is inevitable, we can help our senior canine patients with ocular abnormalities.Oncology
The Role of Glucocorticoids and NSAIDs in Cancer Treatment for Dogs and Cats
Glucocorticoids and NSAIDs can be potent primary or adjuvant treatments for a variety of cancers in veterinary medicine.Orthopedics
Hip Dysplasia: Navigating Surgical Options and Timing
There are several clinical and diagnostic features to consider when selecting a surgical option for canine hip dysplasia.Urology & Renal Medicine
When Urine Trouble: A Clinical Approach to Proteinuria
In addition to promoting progression of kidney disease, persistent proteinuria has several extrarenal consequences, therefore incidental proteinuria on routine diagnostic workups and geriatric screens should not be ignored.
Oncology
Conventional Versus Stereotactic Radiotherapy
This continuing education article describes how conventional and stereotactic radiotherapy are used for definitive or palliative treatment in veterinary oncology and the importance of patient selection for these treatment options.
Orthopedics
Multimodal Pain Management for Canine Osteoarthritis
OA is common in dogs. Management involves multiple modalities and must be tailored to each patient and its owner.Oncology
Feline Injection Site Sarcomas: Risk Factors, Diagnosis, Staging, and Treatment Algorithm
Aggressive surgery and other treatments, recommended to be done by a skilled veterinary surgeon and oncologist, is the best hope for prolonging the life of a cat diagnosed with FISS.
Ophthalmology
Diagnosing, Treating, and Managing Causes of Conjunctivitis in Dogs and Cats
The systemic conditions associated with conjunctivitis may present with or without additional ocular abnormalities.