Browsing Slide Collection (Companion Animal Clinical Studies - Critical Care) by Title

Browsing Slide Collection (Companion Animal Clinical Studies - Critical Care) by Title

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  • Cages for hospitalized patients and intensive care unit cages 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1-4: Hospitalized animals must be housed in cages that are secure and comfortable. There should be no sharp edges so the patient cannot hurt itself. The cage should be large enough so the animal can move and turn ...
  • Canine parvoviral enteritis 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTO 1: Two types of parvoviruses may infect dogs: canine parvovirus type 1 (CPV-1) and type 2 (CPV-2). CPV-1 is relatively non-pathogenic but may infect young puppies (>3 weeks old) causing gastroenteritis, pneumonitis ...
  • Cerebrospinal fluid tap 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    PHOTOS 1,2: A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) tap test is done to collect CSF for the diagnosis of inflammatory central nervous system disorders, encephalopathies and myelopathies. The collection is done under general anaesthesia. ...
  • Chemotherapy 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    PHOTO 1: Chemotherapeutic drugs kill cells in rapidly dividing tissues. Two or three drugs are commonly combined to treat malignancy. The drugs need to have the following characteristics: each drug should be active ...
  • Chyle accumulation due to chylothorax 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTO 1: Chylothorax is the accumulation of chyle from the thoracic duct in the thoracic cavity. The fluid contains triglycerides, lymphocytes, protein and fat soluble vitamins. The accumulation of chyle is due to abnormal ...
  • Common skin disorders 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTO 1: Ulcers are normally a consequence of a serious underlying pathological condition. The epidermis and basement membrane is lost with ulcer formation. There are various potential underlying causes: it may be a ...
  • Critical care drugs 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1-3: Ampoules are small, hermetically sealed glass or plastic containers which may contain medication for parenteral administration or semen for insemination. Pramalon and Ondansetron are antiemetics that are available ...
  • Cushing’s disease 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    PHOTOS 1-8: Cushing’s disease (hyperadrenocorticism) is classified as pituitary dependent, adrenocorticol dependent or iatrogenic. Pituitary dependent hyperadrenocorticism is usually caused by a functional adrenocorticotropic ...
  • Diaphragmatic hernia 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1,2: Diaphragmatic hernia is the protrusion of abdominal organs into the thoracic cavity through an abnormal opening in the diaphragm. Diaphragmatic hernia may be congenital or acquired as a result of blunt trauma ...
  • Discoid lupus erythematosous 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1-2: DLE (discoid lupus erythematosous) is a common skin condition in dogs. It causes nasal depigmentation, erythema, scaling, erosions, ulcerations and crusting. The lesions may involve the lips, bridge of the nose, ...
  • Emergency clinical examination 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTO 1: In an emergency clinical examination the first priority is to focus on the efficacy of oxygen delivery and assess the respiratory and cardiac systems. The airway must be cleared of any obstructions and artificial ...
  • Epidurals 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    Epidurals can be used to administer analgesia to the caudal half of the body. Administration of analgesics into the epidural space provides decreased sensory and sympathetic pain. Opiods, phenocyclidines, α-agonists or ...
  • Feline hyperthyroidism 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    Hyperthyroidism is a metabolic disorder that results from excessive circulating concentrations of thyroid hormones. It is considered the most common endocrine disorder of cats, generally occurring in middle-aged to older ...
  • Feline patients 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    PHOTO 1: Kittens suspected of having an illness require immediate care. The patient should be encouraged to eat and drink water. The kitten should be weighed up to four times daily to record weight gain and to identify ...
  • Granulomatous meningoencephalitis 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    Granulomatous meningoencephalitis (GME) is an idiopathic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system of dogs and less commonly of cats. It is likely that GME is an autoimmune disease, although infectious and neoplastic ...
  • Incubator use in critical care of patients 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1-2: In paediatrics incubators are used for sick puppies and kittens for external warming, oxygen supplementation and air humidification. Incubators can be used in critical care to increase the inspired oxygen ...
  • Lesion map indicating biopsy site 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    A lesion map is used to indicate which areas are affected by lesions and the correct biopsy site. Skin biopsy site selection and the interpretation of the biopsy report influence the value of the biopsy for the diagnosis ...
  • Monitor sheets 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-03)
    PHOTOS 1-4: Monitoring sheets are important tools in an animal hospital. They provide a basis for planning patient care and aids in communication between members of staff. Furthermore, it serves to monitor a patient’s ...
  • Multiple bone fractures 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    PHOTOS 1-5: A fracture can be defined as a break (complete or incomplete) in the continuity of bone. Fractures may be caused by direct or indirect trauma to the bone, diseases that cause decalcification of bone or by ...
  • Myoglobinuria 
    Van Schoor, Mirinda; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Veterinary Science. Dept. of Companion Animal Clinical Studies (2010-11-05)
    DESCRIPTION: Myoglobinuria is the presence of myoglobin in urine and causes the urine to turn dark red to brown or even black in severe cases. Myoglobinuria is a sign of severe muscle degeneration. Myoglobin carries ...