Surgery

Adult stem cells are cells found in various tissues throughout the bodies of both juveniles and adults. By definition, these are undifferentiated cells that can be induced to become any of a number of cell types.

When we diagnose hip dysplasia owners want to know why their dog has it and what it means for their dog's future.

Fractures of the femur and tibia occur commonly and are often a result of vehicular trauma.

Layers of the intestinal wall include mucosa, submucosa, muscularis, and serosa.

There are many factors affecting patient outcome after a surgical procedure.

Disease of the ears is very common in both dogs and cats.

Orthopedic injuries to the distal limb may affect tendons, ligaments, bones, or articular structures.

For certain procedures in the abdominal cavity, surgical staples may be an appropriate alternative to suturing.

Surgical exploration of the abdomen is performed for diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic purposes.

Nutritional support is indicated in cases of acute weight loss, persistent inappetence, malnutrition, increased metabolic demand, ongoing metabolic loss, or if the animal is physically unable to eat.

Brachycephalic airway syndrome refers to the condition of airway distress attributable to anatomical abnormalities.

Urinary incontinence is a relatively common problem in small animals with a variety of etiologies.

Leakage of urine into the abdominal cavity is a common condition following vehicular trauma in small animals.

For dogs suspected to have GDV (gastric dilation – volvulus syndrome), circulatory support is paramount.

Surgical fenestration of the intervertebral space provides a means of prophylaxis on disk disease.

Axial pattern flaps (APF) are a type of pedicle flap that include a large direct cutaneous artery and vein.

Cystotomy is a common surgical procedure in small animal surgery, most often performed for removal of uroliths.

Feline nasopharyngeal polyps (inflammatory polyps, middle ear polyps, aural polyps) are benign growths that originate from the middle ear or the Eustachian tubes of young cats.

Fractures of the pelvis are common.

Gastrotomy is a common procedure most often performed for removal of gastric foreign bodies.

The stomach is a C-shaped musculoglandular organ. It has the largest dilatation of the alimentary canal.

Thorough and timely assessment play a significant role in successful treatment of the critical colic.

The kidneys of the dog are paired, reddish brown, and bean-shaped.

It is important that the technician examines and inform the surgeon of any abnormalities before the patient is anesthetized.

The recovery period is a very important period where vigilance is the key as complications such as hypoventilation; hypoxemia, hypothermia, pain, and excitation are not uncommon.