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Advances in Veterinary Dermatology
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This volume presents selected papers from the Fourth World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology, which was held in San Francisco from August 30 through September 2, 2000. The peer reviewed and edited papers collected in this volume were written by internationally recognized authorities on veterinary dermatology, from viewpoints representing many parts of the world.
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Check out the What's New In 2003 box on VIN's Library page to see the latest additions to VIN's Library! Clinical Trials and Research Projects
Psoriasiform-Lichenoid-Like Dermatosis in Three Dogs Treated with Microemulsified Cyclosporine A
Dogs being treated with microemulsified cyclosporine A may develop antimicrobial-responsive cutaneous reactions similar to psoriasiform-lichenoid dermatitis. Such reactions may represent atypical staphylococcal infections.
Evaluation of Bacteriologic Culture of Individual and Pooled Fecal Samples for Detection of Mycobacterium paratuberculosis in Dairy Cattle Herds
Prevalences of paratuberculosis determined by bacteriologic culture of pooled and individual fecal samples were highly correlated.
Babesia odocoilei Infection in Elk
Babesia odocoilei causes an acute hemolytic anemia that may result in death. Outbreaks of clinical disease occur when infected animals encounter episodes of stress, such as the mating season.
Postgraduate Training Programs in Veterinary Clinical Pathology in the United States and Canada (1998 to 2002)
Opportunities for postgraduate training in veterinary clinical pathology increased between 1998 and 2002, with 5 new programs and 16 new training positions.
Lentigo Simplex In Cats
It is called Lentigo simplex. Only seen in orange tabby cats. You will see hyperpigmented macules on lips, eyelids, and nostrils. Common and benign.
Protothecosis In The Paws Of A Cat
Prototheca wickerhamii and P. zopfii are single-celled achlorophyllous blue-green algae (Chlorophytes) and the only members of this large group of organisms to cause disease in warm-blooded animals. In people and cats, localized infection of the skin or gastrointestinal tract is the form most frequently seen.
K9 Advantix And Greyhounds; Permethrins And Cats
Advantix contains permethrin, not pyrethrins. That is a common mistake. Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid, not chemically related to pyrethrins, but with similar mechanism of action.
Psoas Muscle Strain - Physical Exam Findings
.....sounds like a case of psoas muscle strain. This frequently occurs when there is another lesion that may cause the dog to protect a rear limb (coxofemoral DJD, cruciate disease, panosteitis, etc). Then when the dog is feeling good and participates in some type of activity, a strain may occur. To test for a psoas muscle strain....
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Advances In Veterinary Dermatology
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Vet. Asst. Module 1 - The Basics of Becoming a Veterinary Assistant and an Orientation to the Veterinary Hospital to help you continue to provide the best care for your patients.! Instructor: Heather Howell, LVT, MBA Dates: January 9, 2004 � February 7, 2004
Realtime Sessions: Wednesday evenings; 9:30pm - 11:00pm ET Course Description: The goal of the course is to teach veterinary assistants, animal caretakers, and new employees necessary information so they may actively contribute to quality patient care. To impart knowledge and techniques veterinary assistants can utilize when assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians. This module will focus on the first few days of a veterinary assistants training. All members of the veterinary support staff are encouraged to join the course and its discussions; however, this course is focused toward veterinary assistants, animal caretakers and new hospital employees. To Register: Visit the course information page for more details and click on the Enroll Now link to register for this course.
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