Winter 2014
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Dear Veterinary Colleague,
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 Welcome to our late Winter 2014 edition of The Veterinary Reporter! In this current issue, we wanted to address some of the more common medical problems seen in our practices: feline diabetes mellitus; feline adrenal disease; gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), and present current recommended treatments, protocols or therapies.
One of our goals for our newsletter is bringing you information about medical topics, the latest advances in veterinary medicine and cutting edge research, industry and hospital news, and other content that is relevant and useful to you and your practice. We welcome your comments and ideas. Let us know the topics you would like to see covered -- we would love to hear from you!
David Bruyette, DVM, DACVIM
Medical Director
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 Internal Medicine
FELINE DIABETES MELLITUS:
Updates on Diagnosis and Treatment
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common medical conditions affecting cats and, at times, one of the most frustrating. In this paper we review current information on the pathogenesis and treatment of diabetes in cats with emphasis on insulin therapy. As always, if you have questions about this article or feline diabetes in general, we are here to help.
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Internal Medicine
FELINE ADRENAL DISEASE
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 Feline adrenal disease has historically been felt to be uncommon, especially when compared to the incidence of hyperadrenocorticism and hypoadrenocorticism in the dog. However, several recent papers outlining the diagnostic approach and treatment options for these disorders, have highlighted the importance of recognizing hyperaldosteronism in the cat. We provide a brief overview of these disorders in an attempt to increase awareness of these conditions and the need for a timely diagnosis in order to obtain the best outcome.
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 Medical Oncology
CANINE PROSTATE TUMORS
This article provides an overview of canine prostate tumors, rare neoplasms having a prevalence of less than 1% of all canine cancers. Diagnosis and what is currently known about treatment options for this highly aggressive cancer are discussed.
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Radiation Oncology
ADVANCEMENTS IN RADIATION THERAPY
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Learn about the exciting new innovations in radiation therapy that provide a powerful tool in the war against cancer. Radiation can be used alone, or more often in combination with surgery and chemotherapy, to increase survival and improve quality of life for our veterinary patients.
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Surgery
 LAPAROSCOPIC GASTROPEXY:
Reducing the Pain of Protecting
Your Patients Against GDV
Gastric dilation and volvulus (GDV) is one of the most common life threatening, often fatal, diseases in dogs, particularly large, deep-chested breeds such as Great Danes, Standard Poodles, and German Shepherds, among others. Performed prophylactically, minimally invasive laparoscopic gastropexy can offer protection for dogs predisposed to this condition and provide peace of mind for pet owners.
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CLINICAL TRIALS:
Call for Cases
VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital is currently conducting four clinical studies that our hospital is actively seeking participant cases for from veterinarians. Following is a brief outline of the trials. For more details about each of the studies, please click on the "Read More" links below.
(1) Yunnan Baiyao Study
This trial evaluates the effect of Yunnan Baiyao on coagulability in dogs
with hemangiosarcoma using Thromboelastography (TEG). Read More
(2) Thromboelastography (TEG) Study
Thromboelastography (TEG) provides a global assessment of coagulation
status and West Los Angeles Animal Hospital is the only hospital in
Southern California with the capability to evaluate TEG. We are currently
investigating the ability of TEG to predict antivenin needs for dogs that
have been bitten by rattlesnakes. Read More
(3) Efficacy Trial for New Antivenin Product
Patients that require antivenin therapy will be eligible for inclusion in an
efficacy trail for a new antivenin product. Read More
(4) Feline y/d Study
A clinical study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Hill's Feline y/d in
the management of clinical signs and biochemical abnormalities in cats
with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism. Read More
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