Two ECC Studio Sessions for just £25!
Approaching Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in Dogs and Cats
LIVE STUDIO SESSION: Monday 22nd September, 8pm BST
In this session we will cover definitions, grading schemes and how to approach the patient with an intrinsic acute kidney injury (AKI) - specifically what the in-hospital management of that animal should look like. A recurring theme is that of fluid balance, as it is such a crucial component of any critically ill animal's care, but especially one with or at risk of AKI. We touch upon the principles of dialysis and when such therapies are indicated, as well as some recent journal articles relevant to animals with AKI.
Session Learning Objectives
📝 Knowing how (or if) to grade an AKI
💊 Being comfortable managing the patient with intrinsic AKI
💧 Recognising that IV fluids are drugs and that fluid balance is probably the most important aspect of management
☎️ Appreciating when to refer or when dialysis might be justified
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Approach to Dyspnoea in Dogs and Cats
Recording available on-demand now
In this session we will cover tips and tricks for the emergently dyspnoeic patient, including how to localise the origin of the dyspnoea, and with reference to the underlying (patho)physiology. We will then emphasize the ways in which point of care ultrasound helps you expedite the diagnosis. Finally, a tour of radiographic findings in common presentations (eg. pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum, aspiration) will help you diagnose much more easily, with a particular emphasis on how to use your underlying anatomy knowledge.
Session Learning Objectives
👀 Recognising the value of stepping back and observing the patient
🫁 Improved ability to localise the source of the dyspnoea
🔦 Appreciating the value (and limitations!) of POCUS in the assessment of the dyspnoeic patient
🩻 Improved radiographic interpretation skills
Meet The Specialist
Dr.Simon Cook
BSc BVSc MVetMed DACVECC DECVECC FHEA MRCVS
Simon graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011 with degrees in veterinary science and veterinary pathogenesis. He completed his internship and residency in emergency and critical care at the Royal Veterinary College, London, where he is currently a senior lecturer in ECC. Clinical and research interests combined include pericardial effusions, point of care ultrasonography and aspiration pneumonia. He established www.vetlit.org in 2021.
