Anesthesiology
Unexpected Hyperkalemia in an Anesthetized Dog
The development of hyperkalemia in the perioperative period is well documented, usually having negative and profound effects on a patient’s cardiovascular system; however, causation of intraoperative hyperkalemia remains elusive.
Dermatology
The Crusty Doberman: Identifying and Managing a Rare Dermatologic Diagnosis
Dogs who do not get enough zinc can develop a condition called zinc-responsive dermatosis (ZRD), which results in various dermatologic clinical signs, such as crusty, scaly lesions that are often mistaken for other skin conditions.
Behavior
Addressing the Most Common Veterinary Visit–Associated Canine Behavior Concerns
Fear, anxiety, and aggression are common canine behaviors in veterinary settings but can be successfully managed using a structured, welfare-focused approach.
Equine Medicine
Recurrent Ocular Hemangiosarcoma in a Horse
While the life expectancy for patients with ocular HSA is 18 months, this patient has developed this disease twice and has well exceeded those expectations.
Anesthesiology
Epinephrine Nebulization in the Postanesthetic Care of a Canine Patient With Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome
Epinephrine nebulization is typically known as an adjunctive therapy and is used alongside oxygen therapy and corticosteroids in the immediate postoperative period.
Neurology
The Role of the Veterinary Nurse in the Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of a Canine Meningioma
Meningioma is the most common primary brain tumor found in dogs. Because of the superficial location, surgical removal often has a good prognosis.
Anesthesiology
Anesthetic Case Management of a Dog Undergoing Arytenoid Lateralization
The role of butorphanol in veterinary anesthesia/analgesia is both a widely debated and a highly polarizing topic. This case highlights how butorphanol can be utilized effectively as part of a multimodal anesthetic and analgesic plan.
Orthopedics
Hip, Hip, Hooray! Total Hip Arthroplasty in a 6-Year-Old Dog
Some of the factors for owners and surgeons to weigh during patient selection include severity of clinical signs, skin condition, concurrent diseases, implant availability, owner compliance, and procedure cost.