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Drains are used to remove and/or prevent fluid accumulation in dead space.  When there is space between tissue layers, the body naturally wants to fill that space with fluid which […]

Testing the integrity of a medial collateral ligament in a dog or cat is quite simply.  Be sure to perform this test after doing a closed reduction of an elbow luxation or

Elbow luxations are not very common in dogs and cats but when they do present it is important to get the luxation reduced. It might sound/seem confusing or complicated but do

The number correction is to partially close the pop-off valve and squeeze the bag to deliver a breath. The idea is to temporarily take control of the patient’s breathing, give no

Apnea at induction is a common issue that occurs secondary to the drugs used.  No mistake was made; it is simply an occurrence due to the drugs. It is a temporary

The instrument tie is by far the most commonly used suture tying technique used by veterinarians.  The two most common mistakes made by practitioners that I see are what I call

The most common reason to perform a cystotomy in a dog or cat is for the removal of uroliths. The most common complication of this surgery is the recurrence of uroliths. Preventing this complication comes

In this video Dr Sylvestre discusses the many ways that open and closed castrations are described by various clinicians and authors.  You may be scratching your head at the end

This video explains how veterinarians can keep closures simple when you have a large lump to remove or wound to close from a dog or cat.  Rather than studying various

Dr Sylvestre discusses the appropriate use of the #10 and #15 blades. Using the appropriate blade for the appropriate task will help with surgical efficiency and reduce the risk of