Overview: The L-shaped nature of a dog's ear does not allow fluid to drain effectively from the openings. Thus, otitis externa can occur, which refers to the ear canal becoming inflamed. The lining of the ear canal may become [...]
The diaphragm is the muscular separation between the chest and abdominal cavities that functions as a barrier and aids in respiration. Diaphragmatic hernia is the disruption of the diaphragm which allows abdominal organs to migrate into the chest cavity. Frequently, diaphragmatic hernias occur in conjunction with a traumatic event, such as being hit by a car; these animals can have multiple traumas that require medical attention.
Southpaws has performed its first completely laparoscopic gastropexy using the FlexDex robotic functionality system. Surgery was uneventful and took 60 minutes. With practice, we should get the operative time down to about 20-25 minutes. The patient recovered quickly and [...]
