Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
 August 1, 2010
By:Sherri J. Ross, DVM, PhD, DACVIM
Acute renal failure may be defined as an abrupt reduction in renal function resulting in accumulation of nitrogenous waste products and dysregulation of water, electrolyte, and acid base balance. Differentiating acute from chronic kidney disease is important for both therapeutic and prognostic reasons.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Andrew Mackin, BVSc, BVMS, MVS, DVSc, DSAM, FACVSc, DACV
Immunosuppressive therapy in dogs and cats is used to treat a wide range of immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases. Immunosuppressive therapy is best understood, and explained, in the context of the specific disease that is being treated. In order to put the principles of treatment into a clinical context, I will therefore concentrate on treatment of immune-mediated blood disorders.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Lisa Brownlee, DVM, DACVIM
The four parathyroid glands, through secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH), regulate serum calcium concentrations and bone metabolism. The concentration of serum ionized calcium is normally maintained within narrow limits by action of the PTH on bone resorption, renal calcium excretion and metabolism of Vitamin D.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Peter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIM
There have been several new findings in canine and feline endocrinology. We will highlight those that are useful and applicable to clinical practice. New diagnostic protocols and treatments will be discussed where appropriate.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Peter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIM
Feline hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of older cats. Thyroid hormone excess effects multiple organ systems and the associated clinical signs range in severity from mild to severe and are quite variable from cat to cat. As a result of the increased incidence of the disease, the increased index of suspicion among practicing veterinarians and the increased screening of geriatric cats for hyperthyroidism, the average hyperthyroid cat is now evaluated earlier in the course of disease than when the disorder was first recognized.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Lisa Brownlee, DVM, DACVIM
There are several manifestations of adrenal disease in cats, ranging from hypoadrenocorticsm to several forms of hyperadrenal activity. All are considered relatively rare, but it is possible that we may discover some more frequently if we have a higher index of suspicion.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Peter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIM
Insulinomas are tumors that arise from the beta cells of the pancreatic islets and secrete excessive amounts of insulin, resulting in hypo?glycemia. The secretion of insulin is usually episodic, as are the resulting clinical signs. Insulinomas in dogs are typically malignant and almost always metastasize; even those appearing benign on histo?pathological evaluation. Insulinomas are rare in dogs.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Lisa Brownlee, DVM, DACVIM
Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder in cats. This disorder has been noted with increased frequency since the late 1970's. It also appears to be more prevalent in certain geographic locations.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Peter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIM
Canine hypothyroidism is one of the more common endocrine diseases seen by small animal clinicians. As thyroid screening has become more frequently utilized, practitioners have become more aware of the frequency with which hypothyroidism occurs.
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