Today's Daily Dose: Chronic valvular heart disease
New guidelines give veterinarians a tool for managing these cases in dogs.
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“For the first time, clinicians have a classification system for dogs with chronic valvular heart disease that ties disease stage with specific diagnosis and treatment recommendations. The guidelines give veterinarians a new tool to better tackle these tough cases with confidence and consistency.”
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From New guidelines for diagnosing and treating chronic valvular heart disease in dogs
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