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In the July 2019 edition of Companion, Linda Ryan, Veterinary Technician Specialist in behaviour and oncology, talks about the crucial role vet nurses play in ensuring that a patient undergoing palliative treatment has an acceptable quality of life. This short collection draws together a series of palliative care resources.
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Advances in veterinary palliative care at home
BSAVA Congress Proceedings 2020Author Suzen Gregerson
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Companion interview
With Hannah Capon Author Hannah CaponCanine Arthritis Management (CAM) is an educational initiative set up by Sussex practitioner Hannah Capon to improve the quality of life for the 80% of older dogs in the UK with joint disease. Hannah spoke to Companion about efforts she and her team are making to dispense advice to pet owners to help them better recognize signs of pain, and advise their vets on how they can do more to remedy the problem.
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How to… case manage the osteoarthritic dog
A complex presentation Authors: Hannah Capon and David DycusHannah Capon and David Dycus of Canine Arthritis Management, help us understand this complex presentation.
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Charity sector
Difficult conversations and a celebration of life Author The Blue CrossWhen the time comes to make that difficult decision to end the life of a beloved pet, emotions run high and the process can leave owners and professionals alike feeling bereft. The Blue Cross offers that much-needed support when saying goodbye.
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Cancer pain: palliative care and reduction in suffering
BSAVA Congress Proceedings 2017Author Duncan Lascelles
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Fear, anxiety and conflict in companion animals
BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Rehabilitation, Supportive and Palliative CareAuthor Rachel CaseyUntil recently, there has been a tendency to consider the behaviour of animals as being separate from, and even immaterial to, their physical health. However, there is now strong evidence that the emotional state of both human and veterinary patients not only influences their behaviour, but also has a profound influence on the onset of, and recovery from, disease. This chapter explains Negative emotional states; Behavioural signs; The stress response; Emotional state, stress and disease; Negative emotional states in dogs in the veterinary practice and in long term care; Negative emotional states in cats in the veterinary practice and in long term care; and Other tools for reducing negative emotional states in dogs and cats.
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Introduction
BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Rehabilitation, Supportive and Palliative CareAuthors: Samantha Lindley and Penny WatsonRehabilitation is defined as a return to function. Although this definition appears clear, function will mean different things to different individuals. This chapter introduces the reader to Supportive care in veterinary practice; What rehabilitation and palliation mean to the patient; What rehabilitation and palliation mean to the owner; What palliation and rehabilitation mean to the veterinary practice; and The ethics of rehabilitation and palliative care.
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Patients with neoplastic disease
BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Rehabilitation, Supportive and Palliative CareAuthor Gerry PoltonThe field of oncology covers myriad presentation with ever increasing numbers of strategies for management. Important distinctions can be made between cancer that is managed by curative surgery and that which is managed by palliative therapy (including non-curative surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or a combination of these). . This chapter observes Owner considerations; Intercurrent disease; Risks of systemic chemotherapy to the patient; and Waxing and waning course of disease. Case examples: Osteosarcoma in a dog; Lymphoma in a dog; Oral tumour in a dog; Anal sac gland carcinoma and hypercalcaemia in a dog; Insulinoma in a dog; Leukaemia in a cat; Sarcoma in a cat; Pituitary tumour and acromegaly in a cat.
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