A profile of morbidity and mortality rounds within resident training programs of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons
ConclusionMMR are commonly incorporated in surgical resident training programs. The primary objectives of these rounds are to educate residents, refine hospital medical and operational policies, and to improve patient care. The majority of residency programs view MMR as worthwhile. However, the majority of veterinary residency programs fail to follow up MMR with formal initiatives for improvement and objective outcome assessments for issues identified during MMR. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Philip J. Kieffer, P. O. Eric Mueller Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Fluorescein sodium ‐guided resection of intracranial lesions in 22 dogs
ConclusionThe intraoperative use of FS is a simple and safe technique to guide the resection of intracranial lesions in dogs. The findings on Gd enhancement, FS staining, and histopathology appeared to agree but require validation in a larger set of cases.
Clinical SignificanceThe intraoperative use of FS may improve the prognosis of dogs with brain tumors by guiding the resection of lesions. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Yukiko Nakano, Kohei Nakata, Sanae Shibata, Yasuhiro Heishima, Hidetaka Nishida, Hiroki Sakai, Hirohito Yano, Hiroaki Kamishina Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Complications associated with surgical dehorning in goats: A retrospective study of 239 cases
ConclusionSurgical dehorning of goats results in a high rate of complications; however, the majority of these complications are minor and do not affect health and performance of the goats. Goats experiencing complications weighed significantly more than goats without complications.
Clinical significanceSurgical dehorning of goats requires minimal aftercare and results in a low rate of serious complications. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Amanda K. Hartnack, Molly E. Jordan, Allen J. Roussel Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Evaluation of efficacy of repeated decontamination and sterilization of single ‐incision laparoscopic surgery ports intended for 1‐time use
ConclusionSingle‐incision ports could be used safely 4 times and pose a low risk of infection to the patient under conditions of this study. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Brian Petrovsky, Eric Monnet Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
A quilting subcutaneous suture pattern to reduce seroma formation and pain 24 hours after midline celiotomy in dogs: A randomized controlled trial
ConclusionTacking the subcutaneous tissues to the deep fascia is indicated to reduce seroma during celiotomy closure. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Blake M. Travis, Galina M. Hayes, K. Vissio, H. J. Harvey, James A. Flanders, Julia P. Sumner Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Minimally invasive lag screw fixation of sacroiliac luxation/fracture using a dedicated novel instrument system: Apparatus and technique description
ConclusionThe SILIS addresses limitations associated with MIO of SIL/F, including maintenance of reduction throughout surgery along with reliable and accurate sacral screw placement. Distance from the X‐ray source is the most effective protection against radiation. Use of the SILIS allows the surgical team to move away from the C‐arm during fluoroscopy, thereby reducing personnel exposure to dangerous direct and back‐scattered ionizing radiation. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Lo ïc M. Déjardin, Albane H. Fauron, Laurent P. Guiot, Reunan P. Guillou Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Complications and short ‐term outcomes associated with single‐port laparoscopic splenectomy in dogs
ConclusionSingle‐port laparoscopic splenectomy is an effective approach for elective splenectomy in dogs. The technique may be well suited to smaller dogs with modestly sized splenic masses or diffuse splenic disease. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Philipp D. Mayhew, Jessie S. Sutton, Ameet Singh, Jeffrey J. Runge, J. Brad Case, Maureen A. Griffin, Michelle A. Giuffrida Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Perceptions and opinions of pet owners in the United Sates about surgery, pain management, and anesthesia in dogs and cats
ConclusionImproving our understanding of pet owners' perceptions and knowledge related to anesthesia, surgery, and pain may lead to improved client education, satisfaction, and compliance with administration of analgesics. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Bradley T. Simon, Elizabeth M. Scallan, Dirsko J. F. Von Pfeil, Daniel T. Boruta, Rick Wall, Belle M. Nibblett, O Odette, Guy Beauchamp, Paulo V. Steagall Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Biomechanical properties of feline ventral abdominal wall and celiotomy closure techniques
ConclusionThe POU region is biomechanically weak and may therefore be predisposed to incisional herniation. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Fernando S. Reina Rodriguez, Conor T. Buckley, Joshua Milgram, Barbara M. Kirby Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Control of hemorrhage through the osteotomy gap during tibial plateau leveling osteotomy: 9 cases
ConclusionArterial hemorrhage during the radial osteotomy of a TPLO can be controlled by occlusion of the compromised artery through distraction of the osteotomy gap. This technique was not associated with long‐term complications. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Luis Matres ‐Lorenzo, Aidan McAlinden, Antoine Bernardé, Fabrice Bernard Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Risk factors for tibial damage associated with the modified Maquet technique in 174 stifles
ConclusionBased on these results, preventive measures against tibial damage associated with MMT should include: a thickness of cortical hinge based on the equation related to the BW; a length of osteotomy adjusted to the amount of TTA with an osteotomy angle below 10°; and slow advancement of the tibial tuberosity. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Michael D. Lefebvre, Olivier R. Broux, Nicolas P. Barth élémy, Martin Hamon, Evelyne V. Moyse, Bernard M. Bouvy, Marc H. Balligand Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE ‐ CLINICAL Source Type: research
Median sternotomy versus intercostal thoracotomy for lung lobectomy: A comparison of short ‐term outcome in 134 dogs
ConclusionIn a surgical procedure that does not preclude either approach, ICT may be more desirable than MS in terms of postoperative pain, oxygenation, and complications. However, since no other short‐term measure of outcome differed, we can state that both MS and ICT are well tolerated by dogs. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Seth Bleakley, Kevin Phipps, Brian Petrovsky, Eric Monnet Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
In vitro chemosensitivity of feline injection site ‐associated sarcoma cell lines to carboplatin
ConclusionElution of carboplatin from CI‐CSH beads generate concentrations sufficient to result in 50% growth inhibition of FISAS cells in vitro. Local tumor control might be achieved by implantation of CI‐CSH beads immediately following radical or marginal excision of the primary tumor or by implantation without tumor resection. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Elizabeth A. Maxwell, Heidi Phillips, David J. Schaeffer, Timothy M. Fan Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE ‐ RESEARCH Source Type: research
Standing thyroidectomy in 10 horses
ConclusionThyroidectomy can safely be performed with the horse standing and sedated with local anesthesia.
Clinical relevancePerforming standing thyroidectomy does not increase intraoperative or postoperative complications and could be considered for horses with thyroid enlargement amenable to surgery. (Source: Veterinary Surgery)
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Marco Marcatili, Sarah J. Voss, Patrick J. Pollock Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE ‐ CLINICAL Source Type: research
Kinematic behavior of a novel pedicle screw ‐rod fixation system for the canine lumbosacral joint
ConclusionThe combination of a polyaxial pedicle screw‐rod system and intervertebral spacer provides a versatile solution of surgical stabilization of the lumbosacral joint following surgical decompression in the canine lumbosacral spine. The increase in motion at L6‐L7 may suggest the potential for adjacent level effects and clinical trials should be designed to address this question.
Clinical relevanceThese results support the feasibility of using this new implant system for the management of degenerative lumbosacral disease in dogs. The increase in motion at L6‐L7 may suggest the potential for adjacent level effec...
Source: Veterinary Surgery - November 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Claudia Zindl, Alan S. Litsky, Noel Fitzpatrick, Matthew J. Allen Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
