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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

A challenging case: Glucagonoma-associated superficial necrolytic dermatitis in a dog

March 1, 2008

An 8-year-old 46.3-lb (21-kg) female spayed mixed-breed dog was referred to the Purdue University Veterinary Teaching Hospital for evaluation of lethargy, inappetence, weight loss, and alopecia of several months' duration.

Source: ELSEVIER

Feline acromegaly

March 1, 2008

Reports of acromegaly in cats are rare, but the true prevalence could be higher.

Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

Trilostane: A therapeutic consideration for canine hyperadrenocorticism

February 1, 2008

A brief review of the diagnosis and treatment of hyperadrenocorticism and the current knowledge on trilostane, including its therapeutic considerations and possible adverse effects.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

Newer tests shed light on causes, treatment of adrenal disorders

January 1, 2008

Q: Could you update the diagnosis and management of atypical hyperadrenocorticism?

Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

Trilostane: A new treatment option for dogs with Cushing's (1:40)

December 13, 2007

"The advantage of trilostane seems to be a much higher safety profile than Lysodren with an equal efficacy rate."

Source: ELSEVIER

Home blood glucose concentration curve daily variability

December 1, 2007

Measurement of blood glucose concentration is essential for the diagnosis and management of cats with diabetes mellitus.

Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

Have You Heard? Brominated flame retardants and feline hyperthyroidism (2:40)

October 16, 2007

The EPA has reported a possible connection between brominated flame retardants commonly found in the home and the recent upsurge in this thyroid disease in cats.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

EPA probes suspected link between household chemical, feline hyperthyroidism

October 1, 2007

National Report — A potential connection between feline hyperthyroidism (FH) and a flame-retardant chemical found in common household products, house dust and some food items may exist, concludes a recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) study.

Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

How to best evaluate thyroid function (2:25)

September 13, 2007

Dr. Bruyette discusses which thyroid function tests to use to diagnose hypothyroidism in dogs and hyperthyroidism in cats.

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