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This page was inspired by the fabulous, free to access paper with the best images titled:Fascial Plane Mapping for Superficial Tumor Resection in Dogs it can be found by following this link. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/vsu.13569 It is an anatomical study aimed at improving surgical planning for oncologic resections by categorising fascial planes in the canine neck and trunk. The paper maps fascial plane anatomy relevant to superficial tumour resections in

Intervertebral Disc Disease: Not All Breeds Are Equal Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is one of the most common neurological conditions encountered in canine practice. While both Dachshunds and French Bulldogs are highly predisposed to IVDD, emerging research demonstrates significant differences in disease presentation, prognosis, recurrence rates, and long-term management between these breeds. Why Are Dachshunds and French Bulldogs at Risk? Both breeds are chondrodystroph

During an exploratory celiotomy, it is extremely important to examine all the organs, especially the entirety of the small intestine. If you are finding you get in a tangle when you get to the section of bowel that dives down deep into the abdomen, then this post is for you. There are a few key aspects to the exploratory celiotomy, and in a separate post, I discussed the importance of having a checklist to ensure you don't forget to inspect all the important organs. However,

This post is about using a slip knot instead of a surgeons knot. A slip knot can be used in place of a surgeons knot in ANY scenario. The great news about this, is that you can get lots of practice before you really need to use it. When you need a slip knot, you really need it; and without knowing the technique you end up frustrated and tying yourself in 'knots' (haha that is about as clever as surgeon's get). Therefore, I encourage you to practice the slip knot at the start

In brachycephalic patients, the importance of taking a detailed and structured history cannot be overstated. A comprehensive history not only guides my expectations of what I will find on airway examination, but it also helps me predict how the patient is likely to recover—from airway surgery specifically, and from anaesthesia and surgery in general. Beyond airway assessment, a good history provides insight into how stressed the patient is likely to be when hospitalised. This

In the fast-paced world of veterinary surgery, even the most experienced teams can miss small—but critical—details. That’s where surgical checklists make all the difference. ✔️ They improve communication✔️ Reduce preventable errors✔️ Ensure every patient receives consistent, high-quality care✔️ Create a safer, more confident surgical environment for both staff and animals Whether it’s confirming the correct patient, reviewing anesthesia plans, or checking instrument sterilit

This is a video demonstration of a vasectomy in a male dog, via a prescrotal incision. Click on the link, not the picture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yE8u9W3kRwU

Seen an interesting case, and wish to write it up as a case report? ⁠ It is a myth that this cannot be performed in general practice, it...

Knotless Suture Technique for Intradermal Suturing - you heard correctly - no knot. ⁠ The video demonstration can be found on my you-tube...