PASE Articles

Osteosarcoma is the most common primary bone tumor in dogs and they represent up to 85% of malignancies originating in the skeleton.

Pets presenting for bone ingestion is a common complaint in the ERs of Philadelphia, likely due to the numerous partially consumed chicken bones that litter the streets of the city. Moving towards the Thanksgiving holiday we also commonly see an increase in these cases.

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is the catch-all term for any lower urinary signs in cats, including urethral obstructions, UTI, behavioral periuria (urinating outside the litterbox), etc.

Radiography is a cornerstone diagnostic in the veterinary field that is available at nearly every small animal practice. While the wide variety of uses and benefits of radiography are undeniable, it is not without risks, and improper usage can cause real harm to patients and staff.

In clinical practice, shock is most broadly defined as the failure of the body to produce adequate energy for physiologic needs. This energy, in the form of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP), is the currency of life. When energy production fails, the "factory" of the body begins a shutdown sequence that, if not reversed rapidly, leads to irreversible organ failure and death.

Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV) is one of the most life threatening cases that a clinician will encounter. These cases involve gas dilation of the stomach with concurrent rotation along its axis. While it is more commonly reported in dogs, it is possible for cats to develop GDV. 

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) and urethral obstruction remain among the most common—and debated—emergencies in small animal practice. While stabilization, relief of obstruction, and supportive care are well established, several aspects of medical management continue to generate controversy such as the use of NSAIDs, the use of antimicrobials and the use of prazosin.

Proteinuria is both a biomarker and mediator of renal injury, contributing to ongoing nephron loss and increased risk of CKD progression, uremic decompensation, and mortality. Early identification allows for appropriate diagnostic investigation and timely initiation of therapy aimed at slowing progression.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an advanced, noninvasive diagnostic imaging modality that has become an invaluable resource in veterinary specialty practice. Its superior soft-tissue contrast makes MRI particularly useful for neurologic and musculoskeletal cases where radiographs, ultrasound, or computed tomography (CT) may be inconclusive or unrewarding.

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is the catch-all term for any lower urinary signs in cats, including urethral obstructions, UTI, behavioral periuria (urinating outside the litterbox), etc. Feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC) is a type of FLUTD where there is bladder inflammation without an identifiable cause. It is multifactorial with evidence pointing to risk factors including: stressful environments, obesity, indoor only lifestyle, multi-cat households, recent moves, long-haired cats, pure-breed cats, and presence of inter-cat aggression.