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  GDV - What we know, and what we wish we knew!

  • Date: March 24, 2021
  • Presented by: Elizabeth Rozanski, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVECC
  • Sponsored by: AKC Canine Health Foundation
  • Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), or bloat, is a common condition in large and giant breed dogs with an unacceptably high morbidity and mortality rate. Due to the importance of GDV in many dog breeds, several previous studies have investigated potent...  moreGastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), or bloat, is a common condition in large and giant breed dogs with an unacceptably high morbidity and mortality rate. Due to the importance of GDV in many dog breeds, several previous studies have investigated potential risk factors for the development of GDV. It is known that there is no single cause for GDV, rather its occurrence is multifactorial, with both genetic and environmental factors contributing to the condition. Understanding what causes GDV allows us to intervene to prevent the disease from occurring. Join us in this webinar in which Dr. Rozanski will provide updates on our current knowledge and understanding about GDV in dogs. Her discussion will include: - What is known about the genetic aspects of GDV - The pathophysiology and treatment of GDV - Why some dogs who develop GDV do poorly - Preventative measures including surgical gastropexy - Our current challenges with GDV in dogs, ongoing research efforts, and possible targets 1) Register for free (you will n...    less
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  Vector-borne disease diagnostics: From "ruff" to "purrfect"

  • Date: April 20, 2021
  • Presented by: Pedro P. Diniz, DVM, PhD
  • Sponsored by: AKC Canine Health Foundation
  • To be available for viewing On Demand. Worldwide, diseases that are transmitted by ticks and fleas to companion animals continue to expand in frequency and geographic distribution. While a positive test result for a vector-borne disease greatly helps the ...  moreTo be available for viewing On Demand. Worldwide, diseases that are transmitted by ticks and fleas to companion animals continue to expand in frequency and geographic distribution. While a positive test result for a vector-borne disease greatly helps the clinician in providing appropriate care, a negative test result always introduces extra challenges. Nowadays, serology and PCR are well-established methods used to diagnose vector-borne diseases (VBDs), but certain limitations of these assays impact the detection of pathogens and our ability to make a correct diagnosis. The massively parallel sequencing technology known as next-generation sequencing (NGS) has revolutionized biological sciences. It has become a key tool in detecting and characterizing infectious diseases in humans, such as the SARS-Cov2 virus. NGS is soon to become an important tool in veterinary medicine as well. The focus of this presentation is vector-borne disease (VBD) diagnosis and the discussion will include: - What is working well and wha...    less
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