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Pericardial Effusion in Dogs – Fluid in the Sac Around the Heart

2019-06-14 by CriticalCareDVM

The heart is a vital organ. It pumps blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen-rich blood to organs and returning oxygen-poor blood back to the lungs to be loaded with oxygen. There are a variety of ailments that cause the heart to function abnormally, impairing its ability to circulate blood. This week I’ve dedicated a post … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: albumin, bacteria, balloon, chemodectoma, ECG, effusion, EKG, electrocardiography, fungal, hemangiosarcoma, infection, lidocaine, mesothelioma, pericardial, pericardiectomy, pericardiocentesis, pericardium, sac, sternotomy, thoracotomy

Spontaneous Pneumothorax in Dogs & Cats

2019-04-17 by CriticalCareDVM

Respiratory distress in dogs and cats is stressful for all involved – pet, owner, and even veterinarians. In previous posts I’ve shared information about various breathing problems, including kennel cough and aspiration pneumonia. This week I wanted to spend some time discussing a truly life-threatening respiratory problem – spontaneous pneumothorax. So, I hope you enjoy … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: chest tube, computed tomography, CT scan, Husky, pleural space, pneumothorax, surgery, thoracocentesis, thoracostomy tube, thoracotomy

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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