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The official account for JAVMA, a peer-reviewed, hybrid scientific journal published monthly online and in print by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
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@ucdvetmed.bsky.social MVB Candidate Sara Pratt was wondering if you knew . . . Veterinary students - submit your fun veterinary facts to #JAVMA: avmajournals.avma.org/page/Did-You...

Blocking at the level of the third trochanter of the femur covers a larger area of desensitization in a single access point and can be used to promote analgesia in surgical procedures involving the pelvic limb in horses. 🐎 Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Introducing the April JAVMA cover art! 🎨 “Curious Spring” (11 in x 16 in; acrylic on cradled birchwood) was created by Dr. Cheryl Cross in 2024.

Acutely collected samples and clinically relevant information should be provided to laboratories to maximize diagnostic outcomes. 🐎🐕🐈 Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Digitalization and Big Data analytics can enhance animal health, food security, and food safety, provided the process is equitable, accessible, and ethical for stakeholders of all types and sizes. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Inhaled albuterol may be useful to decrease blood potassium concentrations in hyperkalemic cats. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm....

Our top trending article from last week was "Collaboration with the clinical microbiology laboratory optimizes diagnosis of dog and cat infections: recommendations from the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists": doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Limb amputation for feline appendicular bone tumors results in excellent recovery outcomes and high owner satisfaction with a low incidence of complications avmajournals.avma.org/view/journal...

The American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging stress the need for a cautious, informed approach to AI adoption, ensuring these technologies augment, rather than compromise, veterinary care. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Concurrent systemic and IV regional limb perfusion administration of amikacin can be clinically effective in the treatment of sepsis with concurrent septic arthritis in neonatal foals. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Gallbladder mucocele formation is caused by secretion of abnormal mucus by the gallbladder epithelium and has a predilection for older, small-sized purebred dogs. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Changing needles may not be necessary for maintaining sharpness if proper technique is used, potentially reducing the risk of needlestick injuries and medical waste. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

There is a critical need to bridge the knowledge gap between identifying behavior problems and effectively addressing them in behavioral practice within primary care veterinary settings. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Inhaled #albuterol may be useful to decrease blood #potassium concentrations in hyperkalemic cats. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm... @midwesternuniv.bsky.social #feline #hyperkalemia #B2agonist

Learn how to navigate the evolving #AI landscape with confidence from the first AJVR supplemental issue "From Bark to Bytes: Artificial Intelligence Transforming Veterinary Medicine": www.avma.org/blog/put-ai-... @psbasran.bsky.social @cornellvet.bsky.social

Drs. Kayla Sample, Claire Fellman, Jennifer Grady, and Gregory Wolfus were recently featured on the Veterinary Vertex Podcast which delves into clinical and research discoveries published in @avmajavma.bsky.social. Watch their episode: youtu.be/-JSosb0EZC8?...

Our Symposium on AI in Veterinary Medicine was a success, and a special issue in @avmajavma.bsky.social, now showcases some excellent work presented. Did you miss it last year? GUESS WHAT! SAVY2.0 is on! May 16-18 at @cornellvet.bsky.social, Ithaca, NY. Join us! www.vet.cornell.edu/about-us/new...

Heart rate variability derangements in dogs with Chagas disease: a potential indicator of autonomic and cardiac disruption pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40107231/

Today is #ParasiteAwarenessDay! Heart rate variability analysis may enhance early detection and management of Chagas disease, an emerging One Health issue, by addressing underdiagnosed autonomic and cardiac dysfunction in dogs. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm... #cardiacarrhythmia

Would you like to learn how artificial intelligence is transforming veterinary medicine? Explore our open access #AJVR AI supplemental issue: avmajournals.avma.org/view/journal...

Are you looking for resources to learn more about parasitology? 🪱 Explore our Parasitology Collection ahead of #ParasiteAwarenessDay: avmajournals.avma.org/page/Parasit...

Laryngeal masses in various brachycephalic breeds, referred to as vocal fold granulomas, consisted of granulation tissue rather than true granulomas. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

How would you manage a 3-day-old macho alpaca cria that was presented approximately 2 hours after a canine attack for evaluation of multiple soft tissue lacerations and suspected musculoskeletal injuries? Full case: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

While cystine and urate stones have been historically designated as radiolucent, they are frequently radiopaque on radiographs. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Fluorescent bead–based multiplex assay results have a high potential for advancing animal health and performance management, as well as infectious and inflammatory disease diagnostics. Open access article: jav.ma/bead1 @cornellvet.bsky.social #multiplexassay #Lyme #brucellosis #cytokine

One of our top trending articles last week was "Surgical incisions in sea turtles have a moderately high complication occurrence but heal well with appropriate management: 70 incisions for 52 turtles (2008–2024)": doi.org/10.2460/javm...

One of our top trending articles from last week was "Most agility dogs with cranial cruciate ligament rupture return to competition within 2 years of injury": doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Editor-in-Chief Dr. Lisa Fortier and Associate Editor Dr. Sarah Wright were recently featured on My Veterinary Life to discuss Veterinary Vertex. 🎙️ Tune in for weekly take home messages from articles published in JAVMA and @ajvroa.bsky.social: www.spreaker.com/episode/vete....

Intraoperative urethrocystoscopy offered a practical and efficient alternative to postoperative contrast imaging for assessing complete urolith removal in male dogs undergoing cystotomy, reducing anesthesia time and potentially decreasing the risk of retained uroliths. 🐕 doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Debra Sellon did a super job on this study that finds most agility dogs with cranial cruciate ligament rupture return to competition within 2 years of injury. #DogSports #Agility #BorderCollies avmajournals.avma.org/view/journal...

@avmajavma.bsky.social's 2024 Top Trends include Cummings School's Wendy Puryear and Jon Runstadler. avmajournals.avma.org/page/Top-Tre... #MostDiscussed #MostCited

The likelihood of return to agility may be greater for a dog in good physical condition prior to injury and that is owned by an individual with strong commitment to the sport who seeks treatment from a specialized veterinarian. Open access article: jav.ma/agility1

It's "What Is Your Diagnosis?" Wednesday! What are your differential diagnoses for an 8-month-old Thoroughbred-Oldenburg cross colt that was referred for treatment of a simple fracture through the body of the olecranon with articular involvement? 🐎 Full case: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

The C-reactive protein-to-albumin ratio was a predictor of outcome in a population of critically ill dogs. 🐕 Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

When making a list of differentials, important considerations are pigs’ age, clinical signs, and morbidity and mortality rates in a population. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Following best practices for culture specimen handling will help ensure that laboratory results are accurate and relevant, which in turn will facilitate optimal clinical decision-making. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Careful postoperative monitoring is recommended for several months following surgery in sea turtles, and additional management may be needed in cases with complications. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm... #incisions #turtles #complications #healing #durations

Our top trending article from last week was "Clinical evaluation of the effects of a single oral dose of gabapentin on fear-based aggressive behaviors in cats during veterinary examinations": doi.org/10.2460/javm...

In dogs with intact pain perception, a nonsurgical intervention was associated with similar proportion and time to recover as decompressive surgery. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Learn how splint placement should be adjusted based on the needs of each patient with Sarah Stark from The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine: www.buzzsprout.com/2047448/epis... 🐕🎙

Very pleased our paper “What’s in the box? A toolbox for safe deployment of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine,” was one of the most cited in JAVMA last year! Link to paper -> avmajournals.avma.org/view/journal...

Perceived relational coordination within veterinary teams was associated with a healthier perception of workplace psychological climate, increased job satisfaction, and reduced intention to leave. Open access article: jav.ma/rc

What are your differential diagnoses for an 11-week-old Brown Swiss bull calf that was referred for fever and increased respiratory rate and effort of 1 day’s duration? Full case: jav.ma/calf

Improved infection prevention and control and early intervention are recommended to prevent carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales transmission within veterinary hospitals. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

GI mucosal lesions were documented frequently in a population of dogs with intrahepatic portosystemic shunts, with gastric mucosal lesions occurring most commonly. 🐕 Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

Subcutaneous tiletamine-zolazepam can be used for sedation of red-eared sliders in clinical practice to facilitate examination and blood collection in this species. Open access article: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

In older dogs with less distinct clinical signs suspected of having an extrahepatic portosystemic shunt, screening for a portophrenic shunt, which is more difficult to diagnose with ultrasonography, is recommended. Learn more: doi.org/10.2460/javm...

One of our top trending articles from last week was "Oral osteomyelitis and gingivitis caused by Fusarium epipeda is challenging to treat in the bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps)": doi.org/10.2460/javm...