VETAMIN D – A systematic approach to establishing differential diagnoses in Neurology In the third session, we will focus on VETAMIN D, a systematic approach to building differential diagnoses in veterinary neurology. Using the VETAMIN D mnemonic, we will explore how to organize and prioritize potential causes of neurological disorders based on clinical signs and […]
Trick & Treat – Including treats into your dietary plan We all love getting treats, and giving treats, right? Cookies when exercising, chewing items, special delicacies to hide drugs are part of everyday life of pet owners. It is therefore understandable that it is often the greatest fear of owners not to be able to […]
Cases Cases Cases – Let’s Dive In! In the fourth session, we will apply the knowledge gained from previous sessions to real clinical cases. You will have the opportunity to work through a series of cases, using neuroanatomical localization and the VETAMIN D framework to develop differential diagnoses and refine your diagnostic approach. This session […]
Focal and multifocal alopecia in dogs and cats. – Dr. Chiara Noli Focal and multifocal alopecia are signs of follicular diseases, such as dermatophytosis, demodicosis or bacterial folliculitis. Rarely it is associated with more unusual diseases, such as alopecia areata or sebaceous adenitis. Diagnostic tests, such as skin scrapings, trichoscopy, cytology, fungal or bacterial cultures […]
Hemorrhagic diarrhea This case-based webinar discussing cases with hemorrhagic diarrhea revisits pathogenesis of hemorrhagic diarrhea and concentrates on different clinical and laboratory signs allowing us to perform appropriate additional diagnostic procedures, to develop effective treatment plans and to prioritize supportive care focusing on parvovirosis and Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome. Learning outcome: Upon completion of this […]
Symmetrical alopecia in dogs. – Dr. Chiara Noli Symmetrical alopecia in dogs can be the consequence of endocrine diseases, such as hypothyroidism, hyperadrenocorticism, testicular tumor, or non-endocrine causes, such as pattern baldness, alopecia X, anagen or telogen effluvium. Identifying the cause of the alopecia is not always easy and relies on a variety of diagnostic […]
Canine skin diseases with scales and crusts. – Dr. Manolis Saridomichelakis There are many cutaneous and systemic diseases manifesting as extensive scaling and/or crusting. A careful consideration of the history, a detailed systemic examination, a careful dermatologic examination paying particular attention to the distribution of the skin lesions, and carefully selected diagnostic tests that may […]
Hemoabdomen Hemoabdomen can be caused by different diseases. In this case-based webinar we will discuss the most common causes and revisit the clinical signs and diagnostic workup. We will specifically discuss the different indications of antihaemorrhagic therapies as well as indications for surgery vs nonsurgical treatment. We will formulate appropriate treatment plans, including stabilization techniques […]
Collapse in the dog Management of a collapsed dog may be a challenge. This webinar will take you through different cases of acute collapse and discuss appropriate diagnostic workup based on presenting clinical signs followed by effective stabilization protocols including appropriate fluid therapy tailored to the patient’s specific needs and emergency procedures when indicated. Learning […]
Blistering (pustular) and erosive skin diseases in dogs and cats. – Dr. Chiara Noli Erosive, blistering lesions are rare in dogs and cats, most typically due to autoimmune or immune mediated diseases, such as pemphigus vulgaris, vesicular diseases of the basal membrane or erythema multiforme. These diseases target the epidermis in their immunological reaction, and […]
Talking about kidney disease It is probably the most important disease in cats: chronic kidney disease? But is it always renal disease if you detect azotaemia on the blood work? And when can we classify a renal azotaemia as chronic kidney disease. How to differentiate from acute disease? And what about acute on chronic? Let`s […]
Navigating skin cytology: clinical case studies The skin is the organ often affected by pathological processes and is frequently sampled for cytological examination. In this webinar, several cytological entities of varying difficulty will be discussed. Learning Outcomes: After the webinar, participants will be able to approach skin cytology, draft a comprehensive cytology report and will […]