Increase your knowledge with this eclectic collection of science-focused snippets, articles, video summaries and papers aimed at keeping you in the picture!
Scientific Snapshots
Watch this video as Dr. Anthony Yu outlines the essential ingredients and mechanisms of action to look for in a quality ear cleaner, considering both effectiveness and cost. He also recommends a product that meets his rigorous standards. Additionally, he offers practical tips for achieving a thorough ear cleaning.
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Pods containing concentrated laundry detergent have been available in Europe since 2001, and in North America since 2012. These pods contain anionic surfactants (20%–35% of pod content), nonionic surfactants (10%–20%), propylene glycol (8%–20%) and ethanol (2%–5%). Multiple case reports in human literature document children ingesting detergent pods developing more severe clinical signs than children who ingest “traditional” detergent products (either liquid or powder detergent). Several case...
Watch this video as Dr. Anthony Yu discusses the issues associated with sample collection techniques, lab culture results, and the various interpretations of systemic antibiotic sensitivity versus topical products. He also outlines when ear cultures are required and when they are not.
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Gorilla Glue (GG) is a household product commonly utilized as a wood glue. GG contains methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI). MDI-containing glues have been reported to cause gastric foreign bodies in humans. This glue is very hygroscopic which causes a marked absorption of water and gastric secretions within the stomach, leading to expansion and hardening of the glue, and creation of a gastric foreign body. This glue can expand to 8 times its original ingested volume. There are currently 4...
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Watch this video as Dr. Antony Yu explains proper techniques for testing ear cytology samples, including heat-fixing and staining. He demonstrates his procedure step-by-step to ensure accurate diagnoses.
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Watch this video as Dr. Anthony Yu addresses key considerations surrounding ear cytology in veterinary dermatology. He emphasizes the importance of timing cytology tests and outlines various treatment options. Dr. Yu highlights the role of ear cytology in follow-up appointments for monitoring and adjusting treatment plans. Additionally, he offers practical advice for supporting pet owners with financial constraints, offering alternative strategies to ensure comprehensive care for pets.
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Watch this video as Dr. Anthony Yu discusses the primary challenges veterinarian face when treating cases of otitis externa in pets. He explores underlying causes, including allergies, that contribute to recurrent otitis externa. His insight aims to alleviate frustration for both veterinarians and pet owners, fostering a better understanding and management of the condition.
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The most common suture pattern utilized in canine gingiva post dental extraction is the simple interrupted pattern (SI). Although SI sutures take longer to complete than some other patterns, it has been thought to be the least likely suture pattern to fail. The simple continuous pattern (SC) is faster to complete and is an acceptable pattern in closing canine and feline abdominal incisions. Barbed sutures (SF) that are “knotless” are another option that is becoming more popular in some human...
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