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Journal of Veterinary Emergency and... Mar 2021To use a systematic, evidence-based consensus process to develop definitions for transfusion reactions in dogs and cats.
Association of Veterinary Hematology and Transfusion Medicine (AVHTM) Transfusion Reaction Small Animal Consensus Statement (TRACS). Part 1: Definitions and clinical signs.
OBJECTIVE
To use a systematic, evidence-based consensus process to develop definitions for transfusion reactions in dogs and cats.
DESIGN
Evidence evaluation of the literature was carried out for identified transfusion reaction types in dogs and cats. Reaction definitions were generated based on synthesis of human and veterinary literature. Consensus on the definitions was achieved through Delphi-style surveys. Draft recommendations were made available through industry specialty listservs and comments were incorporated.
RESULTS
Definitions with imputability criteria were developed for 14 types of transfusion reactions.
CONCLUSIONS
The evidence review and consensus process resulted in definitions that can be used to facilitate future veterinary transfusion reaction research.
Topics: Animals; Cat Diseases; Cats; Consensus; Dog Diseases; Dogs; Practice Guidelines as Topic; Transfusion Medicine; Transfusion Reaction; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 33792171
DOI: 10.1111/vec.13044 -
The Veterinary Clinics of North... Sep 2022
Topics: Animals; Telemedicine; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 36058757
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2022.07.001 -
The Veterinary Clinics of North... Jul 2018
Topics: Animals; Reproduction; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 29933769
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2018.04.002 -
The Veterinary Record Jan 2018A widely respected veterinary surgeon and an innovator within the profession, Michael Pittaway was also a man of great charm and huge energy, who applied his skills...
A widely respected veterinary surgeon and an innovator within the profession, Michael Pittaway was also a man of great charm and huge energy, who applied his skills across a wide range of interests.
Topics: Diffusion of Innovation; England; History, 20th Century; History, 21st Century; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 29374132
DOI: 10.1136/vr.k380 -
Schweizer Archiv Fur Tierheilkunde Jan 2018The veterinary manuals by Vegetius, Pelagonius and Chiron Kentauros, all three dating from the 4th century, contain remarks about livestock being poisoned by animal...
The veterinary manuals by Vegetius, Pelagonius and Chiron Kentauros, all three dating from the 4th century, contain remarks about livestock being poisoned by animal venoms. It is suggested, that livestock bitten by contaminated shrews, reptiles, scorpions, beetles and spiders shows signs of poisoning. The authors present various possible therapies for the sick livestock.
Topics: Animal Husbandry; Animals; Bites and Stings; History, Ancient; Livestock; Scorpions; Spiders; Venoms; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 29298747
DOI: 10.17236/sat00145 -
Veterinary Clinical Pathology Feb 2022
Topics: Animals; Gastrointestinal Tract; Pathology, Veterinary; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 35170799
DOI: 10.1111/vcp.13118 -
Microbiology Spectrum May 2018While antimicrobial resistance is already a public health crisis in human medicine, therapeutic failure in veterinary medicine due to antimicrobial resistance remains... (Review)
Review
While antimicrobial resistance is already a public health crisis in human medicine, therapeutic failure in veterinary medicine due to antimicrobial resistance remains relatively uncommon. However, there are many pathways by which antimicrobial resistance determinants can travel between animals and humans: by close contact, through the food chain, or indirectly via the environment. Antimicrobial stewardship describes measures that can help mitigate the public health crisis and preserve the effectiveness of available antimicrobial agents. Antimicrobial stewardship programs have been principally developed, implemented, and studied in human hospitals but are beginning to be adapted for other applications in human medicine. Key learning from the experiences of antimicrobial stewardship programs in human medicine are summarized in this article-guiding the development of a stewardship framework suitable for adaptation and use in both companion animal and livestock practice. The antimicrobial stewardship program for veterinary use integrates infection prevention and control together with approaches emphasizing avoidance of antimicrobial agents. The 5R framework of continuous improvement that is described recognizes the importance of executive support; highly motivated organizations and teams (responsibility); the need to review the starting position, set objectives, and determine means of measuring progress and success; and a critical focus on reducing, replacing, and refining the use of antimicrobial agents. Significant issues that are currently the focus of intensive research include improved detection and diagnosis of infections, refined dosing regimens that are simultaneously effective while not selecting resistance, searches for alternatives to antimicrobial agents, and development of improved vaccines to enhance immunity and reduce disease.
Topics: Animals; Anti-Infective Agents; Antimicrobial Stewardship; Drug Resistance, Microbial; Humans; Inappropriate Prescribing; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 29916349
DOI: 10.1128/microbiolspec.ARBA-0023-2017 -
Veterinary Dermatology Feb 2020
Topics: Animals; Cat Diseases; Cats; Dog Diseases; Dogs; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 31957201
DOI: 10.1111/vde.12837 -
The Veterinary Record Sep 2020
Topics: Animals; Evidence-Based Practice; Humans; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 32887806
DOI: 10.1136/vr.m3435 -
The Veterinary Clinics of North... Sep 2019Medical 3-dimensional printing allows the creation of anatomic models by using a sequence of computer software programs. Diagnostic imaging data are used to create a... (Review)
Review
Medical 3-dimensional printing allows the creation of anatomic models by using a sequence of computer software programs. Diagnostic imaging data are used to create a physical model that allows clinicians to plan for surgical procedures and create prosthetics and surgical implants and instruments, among other applications. Its use in zoological medicine is limited, but is an area with a great growth potential. This publication reviews the process of creating a 3-dimensional anatomic model, its application in human and small animal medicine and surgery, and reviews peer-reviewed data regarding its use in exotic animals, wildlife, and zoo animals.
Topics: Animals; Animals, Wild; Animals, Zoo; Humans; Models, Anatomic; Printing, Three-Dimensional; Stereolithography; Veterinary Medicine
PubMed: 31395318
DOI: 10.1016/j.cvex.2019.05.004