Skin and haircoat depigmentation in dogs. – Dr. Manolis Saridomichelakis Loss of skin and haircoat pigmentation can be congenital or acquired, can be caused by lack of melanocytes, inability of melanocytes to produce melanin, destruction of melanocytes, or loss of melanin from the epidermis into the dermis. These diseases may be indolent and involve only […]
Tackling the complexity of lymphoid system cytology: clinical case studies Lymph nodes and lymphoid organs in general are often involved in various pathological processes, in particular lymphoma. Cytological evaluation is essential for diagnosis and can often be performed in-house. In this webinar, a series of cytology cases of variable difficulty related to lymphoid tissues will […]
Azotemia and Uremia Join us for a focused webinar on the workup of azotemia in dogs and cats. This session will guide participants through the essential diagnostic steps for identifying the underlying causes of azotemia. We will cover key laboratory tests, interpretative strategies, and clinical considerations critical for effective diagnosis and management. Based on cases, […]
Feline endocrinology secrets unravelled – Part 2: D. mellitus, acromegaly, Cushing`s syndrome Diagnosing diabetes mellitus is not causing a problem in most cases. It usually gets difficult if the treatment response is not exactly what we would have wished it to be. We will look into monitoring of diabetic patients and possible reasons for insufficient […]
Beyond Ageing – Understanding Behavioural Changes in Senior Pets Age-related behavioural changes in companion animals are often misattributed to simple ageing. However, cognitive, sensory, emotional, and physical decline may manifest as subtle or overt behavioural shifts, requiring careful clinical evaluation. Aims: • To challenge assumptions about behavioural changes in ageing pets. • To introduce the […]
Head tumors: highlighting the often-overlooked cytological cases Tumors of the head often pose a diagnostic challenge and include some uncommon conditions whose cytological appearances are not always well described or familiar to many. In this webinar, we will analyse several cases of both common and rare head tumors in dogs and cats, aiming to assess […]
Anemia I The work-up of anemia patients may be challenging, especially on a Friday evening when decisions need to be taken for optimal stabilization and treatment of patients. This webinar will revisit the typical clinical signs and discuss diagnostic tests that can be performed in-house with little effort and maximum significance regarding classification of anemia […]
Feline lower urinary tract disease – a never ending story… A common presentation in daily praxis. The cat with idiopathic cystitis – or shall we better say „stress induced feline lower urinary tract syndrome“? Aren`t thea all stress-induced? Even those with crystalluria, urolthiasis and secondary bacterial infection? Let`s talk about the different presentations of FLUTD […]
Nodules, masses, and sinus tracts in dogs. – Dr. Chiara Noli Nodular and plaque like lesions usually are of neoplastic or reactive nature. Numerous are the diseases that manifest with nodules, plaques and sinous tracts, including neoplastic, infectious and sterile immune-mediated causes. Cytology is usually the first and most important diagnostic procedure, followed by histopathology, […]
Anemia II Anaemia has many faces and causes. In this webinar we will discuss more cases of anaemia. We will discuss when which tests are useful and how to interpret the tests appropriately. Even if a definitive diagnosis has not yet been made, we need to aim for optimal stabilisation of the patient based on […]
Let’s take a look inside: cytology cases of internal organs Cytology of internal organs poses a unique diagnostic challenge, as it is less frequently performed in practice and is often less standardized than other cytological samples. Accurate evaluation requires a keen understanding of the complexities involved. In this webinar, we will delve into various cytology […]
The Behavioural Dimensions of Obesity in Dogs and Cats Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition often influenced by behavioural and emotional factors. Recognizing the behavioural components behind feeding patterns, caregiver interactions, and environmental enrichment is essential for effective management. Aims: • To explore the bidirectional relationship between behaviour and obesity. • To integrate behavioural assessment […]