American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)’s Post

“In veterinary medicine, many of our opinions are shaped by retrospective studies and anecdotes. We tend to forget this as we study for our board exams.” Dr. Chand Khanna, president of Ethos Discovery, shares insights on preventing misinformed euthanasia for splenic tumor rupture in dogs and recent findings that challenge historic misconceptions. Learn more about this school of thought here: https://lnkd.in/evw6qbyB #VetMed #Podcast #DogHealth #Cancer #Hemangiosarcoma #Mentorship #Research #ClinicalTrials

Detecting Canine Cancer with Rapid Raman Molecular Urinalysis A study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science in February, led by researchers from Virginia Tech has developed a new method to detect cancer in dogs using rapid Raman molecular urinalysis: https://lnkd.in/eZc7734m This noninvasive technique analyzes urine samples to create a unique spectral fingerprint, which allows for remarkable accuracy in detecting various cancers. The urine screening test achieved a 92.7% overall accuracy in distinguishing between cancerous and non-cancerous samples. The test demonstrated 94.0% sensitivity and 90.5% specificity, highlighting its reliability. The method was effective in detecting lymphoma, urothelial carcinoma, osteosarcoma, and mast cell tumors. Unlike traditional biopsies, this technique uses urine samples, making it simpler and less stressful for dogs. Cancer is common in dogs, with nearly 1 in 4 developing some form of neoplasia during their lifetime. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment and better outcomes. This innovative approach offers a rapid, accurate, and non-invasive way to screen for cancer, potentially revolutionizing how veterinarians diagnose and manage cancer in dogs. Take a look at Virgina Tech’s Animal Care and Research Center: https://lnkd.in/eevZNtS8 #CanineHealth #DogCancerDetection #VeterinaryMedicine #JoyfulDog #VirginiaDogTrainer #DogTrainer #TimetoTrain

Parminder S. Basran Ph.D. FCCPM, associate research professor in the section of medical oncology at #CornellVet, calls the use of AI models in veterinary medicine “exciting and certainly very interesting,” but admits there is “a lot of work to do” when it comes to trusting AI systems in both veterinary and human medicine. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eQcvWxfQ

Changes in the world of veterinary cancer care are evolving at lightning speed and the word "cancer" should no longer imply dread or doom. Dr. Neal Mauldin - a veterinary oncologist - is kicking off our Pet Cancer Summit this week! He will explain how we should be thinking about cancer and inform us about changes in therapy that are helping us achieve better outcomes for dogs and cats with cancer. Join us! https://lnkd.in/gfmj7jjx #veterinarymedicine #veterinaryoncology

This will be a very practical description of how to use #stemcells for #veterinary #osteoarthritis in your clinic. Join the hundreds who have already signed up!

Is there a connection between multiple sclerosis (MS) in humans, and necrotizing meningoencephalitis (NME) in pets?   During the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) forum, Dr. Rebecca Windsor, leader in veterinary neurology, explained how peripheral inflammation plays a significant role in MS, a disease which shares many similarities to NME in pugs. NME is a fatal, noninfectious, inflammatory brain disease.  Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) are showing promise for humans with MS, and findings appear to parallel the early results demonstrated in studies evaluating MSCs for pugs with an early form of NME. MSCs modulate the immune system to make it less inflammatory and promote tissue repair in the brain. This is one impactful example of the importance of One Health.   #VeterinaryMedicine #StemCellTherapy #MultipleSclerosis #InnovationInHealthcare #OneHealth 

Research into cats’ chronic kidney disease may take a giant leap forward thanks to the development of the first ever high-quality feline induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).   For the first time in the world, researchers at the Osaka Metropolitan University have generated high-quality feline footprint- and feeder-free iPSCs. The researchers utilized six transcription factors via the Sendai virus vector to generate the iPSCs from cat cells. They expect the cells will be used around the world in veterinary regenerative medicine research and to elucidate the pathogenesis of diseases, like cats’ chronic kidney disease and diabetes. These cells have the potential to accelerate research that will help both humans and companion animals in the future. https://lnkd.in/geDmKCHj

📃Scientific paper: Occurrence of mammary gland tumours in male dogs and its weak association with development of testicular tumours: a review Abstract: Mammary gland tumours (MGTs) are commonly occurring neoplasms in female dogs. However, rare cases of MGTs in male dogs have been reported for years. Due to the low incidence of MGTs in male dogs in comparison to female dogs, veterinary oncology is mainly focused on mammary neoplasms diagnosed in female dogs and extensive research is conducted in this scientific area. Therefore, there are no sufficient epidemiological data on male dogs and the aetiology of their tumour development is still poorly understood. The aim of this literature review was to present cases of MGTs in male dogs for better understanding the scale of the problem over the years. The analyses of 74 affected male dogs with 92 tumours showed that the majority of MGTs in male dogs were benign tumours (54.3%), especially in form of adenomas, often developed in posterior canine mammary glands (58.1%). The increased number of canine MGTs in male dogs aged 7 -13 years with an age peak at 11 years was noted. The age of affected animals was not related to breed. Mammary gland neoplasms were diagnosed predominately in Crossbreeds (20.2%) followed by Cocker Spaniels (18.9%) and German Shepherds (10.8%). The association between MGT development in male dogs and co-occurrence of testicular tumours (TTs) has been discussed for years. Thus, cases of development of both tumours were included in this study. As a result, only in 12.7% cases of MGTs also history of TTs was described. Therefore, no general associati... Continued on ES/IODE ➡️ https://etcse.fr/cHMo ------- If you find this interesting, feel free to follow, comment and share. We need your help to enhance our visibility, so that our platform continues to serve you.

🔬🐾 Explore the future of veterinary medicine with our upcoming webinar on Stem Cell Therapy in Canine Osteoarthritis! Sponsored by DÔMES PHARMA, this session will dive into the latest methodological and practical approaches to treating osteoarthritis in dogs using stem cell therapy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and enhance the care you provide to your patients. Register now and join us! https://lnkd.in/eWGUA5x8 #VeterinaryMedicine #StemCellTherapy #CanineHealth #Osteoarthritis #VetWebinar

Revolutionizing Cancer Detection: Leveraging AI-Enhanced Imaging to Uncover Early Signs in Animals. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/dM8g8aW9 #AI #VeterinaryMedicine #CancerResearch #VeterinaryCare #InnovationInMedicine #TechForGood