Source: ELSEVIER
 February 1, 2009
By:Donald M. Walsh, DVM, Catherine M. McGowan, BVSc, PhD, Thomas McGowan, BSc, DVM, Barbara J. Schanbacher, DVM, Ned J. Place, PhD, MD
This study aimed to investigate endocrinologic test values and the response to treatment of two commonly encountered causes of endocrinopathic laminitis, equine Cushing's disease (ECD) and equine metabolic syndrome (EMS), in a veterinary practice setting. In particular, the study aimed to determine whether insulin concentration correlated to the severity of clinical laminitis in horses with EMS or ECD.
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Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE
 January 1, 2009
By:Johnny D. Hoskins, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM
Hypoadrenocorticism, or Addison's disease, results from failure of the adrenal glands to secrete glucocorticoids (primarily cortisol) and mineralocorticoids (primarily aldosterone).
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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE
 December 1, 2008
By:David S. Bruyette, DVM, DACVIM
Two things you may not know about canine Addison's disease: A history of weight loss or hypoglycemia may precede the typical electrolyte abnormalities, and DOCP can be administered immediately in dogs that may be having an addisonian crisis.
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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE
December 1, 2008
By:David S. Bruyette, DVM, DACVIM
Dr. David Bruyette discusses recent changes in the availability of insulin products.
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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE
November 1, 2008
When we admit patients for blood glucose monitoring, we ask clients to fill out this form.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
 October 1, 2008
By:David Bruyette, DVM, DACVIM
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrine disorder in dogs and cats. Recent data has shed light on the pathogenesis of the disorder in cats and has highlighted the role of diet and oral hypoglycemic therapy.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
October 1, 2008
By:Kristy Dowers, DVM, MS, DACVIM
A review of the classic signs of hyperthyroidism, the best testing strategies and when to use them, and the advantages and disadvantages of surgical and non-surgical therapies.
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