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Treatment options for canine lymphoma - dvm360
Jun 7, 2022 · Sponsored content. Lymphoma, a cancer that originates in white blood cells, is one of the most common cancers in canines. Most dogs diagnosed with lymphoma have the intermediate or high-grade form of the disease, but given recent advances in molecular diagnostics, other previously underrecognized subtypes, like indolent lymphoma, are being more frequently diagnosed.
Radiographic evaluation of pulmonary patterns and disease
Apr 1, 2008 · Radiographic interpretation of pulmonary disease is a critical part of veterinary diagnostics, but can be one of the more intimidating areas of radiographic evaluation.
IMHA: Diagnosing and treating a complex disease - dvm360
Dec 1, 2008 · Rules of thumb for diagnosing and treating IMHA in dogs and cats . Patients can have an acute or a chronic history of malaise. Vomiting or diarrhea may occur before the classic signs of anemia, which are lethargy, inappetence, polyuria, polydipsia, pallor, tachypnea, and changes in urine color.
Making a difference for dogs with atopic dermatitis: When to
Jul 13, 2017 · Cytopoint is a monoclonal antibody therapy that binds canine IL-31 to rapidly reduce the itch associated with canine atopic dermatitis. Cytopoint was developed via a genetic engineering process known as “caninization” where the protein was made less immunogenic but still maintains highly specific binding for canine IL-31.
Comparison chart: Urolithiasis diets for dogs - dvm360
Oct 18, 2019 · Whether youre dealing with struvite, calcium oxalate, urate or even cystine uroliths, this chart can help you find a therapeutic canine diet for stone-prone veterinary patients.
Canine liver enzymes-so many questions! - dvm360
Jun 15, 2018 · Does the alphabet soup of liver enzyme activities got you stumped? Dr. Jonathan Lidbury answers common questions on interpreting canine liver laboratory results and gives guidance on how to proceed with confirming a diagnosis, including when to perform a liver biopsy.
A guide to canine parasiticides - dvm360
Mar 1, 2008 · A list of selected canine parasiticides. Editors' note: These product descriptions and the quick reference charts are summaries only.* Readers are responsible for reading and becoming familiar with the entire manufacturer's product label or package insert and are encouraged to do so.
Diagnostic approach in dogs with increased ALP activity ... - dvm360
Nov 1, 2010 · An increase in serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity is a common laboratory finding in dogs. It is typically used as a diagnostic marker for cholestatic liver disease. However, increased ALP activity has a high sensitivity (86%) but …
AAHA updates veterinary fee reference guide - dvm360
Dec 14, 2020 · Do you need to improve the pricing strategy at your veterinary clinic? Help is on the way. Using information gathered from 950 practices, The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has updated The Veterinary Fee Reference, Eleventh Edition. This reference book is designed to help practices pinpoint their ideal price for over 500 services.