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Christopher G. Byers, DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM), CVJ

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Cleft Palate in Puppies & Kittens

2019-04-09 by CriticalCareDVM

Pediatric medicine is both fulfilling and challenging. Who doesn’t like caring for puppies and kittens? Unfortunately, these little ones can have some unique health problems including cleft palate. This week I discuss this condition to raise awareness, and I hope you find the information helpful. Happy reading! Cleft Palate – What is it? A cleft … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: birth defect, cleft, HARD, harelip, palate, primary, secondary, soft

Hypothermia in Dogs & Cats – Avoid Pupsicles and Catsicles!

2017-11-13 by CriticalCareDVM

Winter is rapidly approaching – at least here in North America. With the advent of this season comes bone-chilling temperatures in many regions. Dogs and cats – just like humans – are at risk for developing subnormal body temperatures, a condition known as hypothermia. This week I’ve dedicated some blog space to spreading the word … [Read more…]

Posted in: General Information Tagged: active, blankets, conduction, convection, core, ECG, EKC, electrocardiography, electrolytes, evaporation, hypothermia, passive, primary, radiation, secondary, surface

Erythrocytosis – When Dogs & Cats Have Too Many Red Blood Cells

2017-07-31 by CriticalCareDVM

Those who consistently read my blog know I love blood. That’s sounds weird, doesn’t it? Yet, it’s true. Blood is awesome – platelets, clotting factors, white blood cells, and of course, red blood cells! This week I’m dedicating space to share info about erythrocytosis or too many circulating red blood cells. It’s an intriguing abnormality, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: absolute, appropriate, bone marrow, erythrocytosis, erythropoiesis, erythropoietin, extramedullary hematopoiesis, hydroxyurea, inappropriate, JAK2, oxygen, polycythemia, primary, secondary, septal defect, shunting, Tetralogy of Fallot

Glaucoma in Dogs & Cats – A Painful Eye Problem

2016-03-14 by CriticalCareDVM

An old English proverb states “the eyes are the window of the soul.” I’m quite certain there isn’t anything more soulful than the eyes of a beloved dog or cat. Yet sometimes those beautiful orbs of sight are injured or become diseased. A common eye disorder is glaucoma, and this week I share some information about this … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: angle-closure, anterior chamber, aqueous humor, cyclocryoablation, cyclophotocoagulation, electroretinography, enucleation, evisceration, glaucoma, gonioimplantation, gonioscopy, intraocular pressure, iridocorneal angle, open-angle, posterior chamber, primary, pupil, secondary

Lung Tumors in Dogs & Cats – Early Identification is Key

2015-12-28 by CriticalCareDVM

Pets, like people, can be afflicted with cancer in the lungs. Early identification is key to maximize the likelihood of a positive outcome. In an effort to increase awareness of lung tumors in our fur babies, this week I dedicate some time to explain lung cancers in dogs and cats. I hope you find the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: chemotherapy, computed tomography, CT scan, lobectomy, lung, metastasis, primary, radiographs, secondary, surgery, thoracoscopy, thoracotomy

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