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Clinical conundrum
A lame 12-week-old kitten 
A 12-week-old Savannah kitten presented with lameness. Radiography showed a generalized decrease in bone opacity and a fracture. Extensive testing led to a diagnosis of nutritional hyperparathyroidism which was successfully treated and managed.
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BSAVA Companion - 2014, 10, October
- ISSN: 2041-2487
- E-ISSN: 2041-2495
2014, 10, October
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BSAVA news
Association news Author BSAVANew legal service for members, Will Walker volunteer profile and more.
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Dogs of war
The role of dogs in the First World War Author Bruce Vivash JonesDogs were used in the First World War in roles as diverse as sentries, spies, messengers and of course companions. Bruce Vivash Jones, BSAVA founder member, looks back.
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Ketamine class in consultation
The issues around ketamine becoming a Schedule 2 drug Author Sally EverittRead about the implications for veterinary practices of the change in status of ketamine to Class B under the 1971 Misuse of Drugs Act.
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Alternative metrics - it’s all about impact
What are alternative metrics, and what does it mean for JSAP and other journals Author Ian MellorFor many years, journals have been judged on factors such as the number of times articles are cited. Altmetrics is a new way to measure the impact of publications by tracking the online conversations that an article stimulates.
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How to…
Utilize blood gas analysis in practice Author Helen Wilson
Point-of-care blood gas analysers are becoming more commonplace but interpreting results can be daunting. Helen Wilson with a step-by-step guide.
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Take 24hr cover
A summary of the RCVS webinar on 24 hour cover Author John BonnerNew guidelines on providing out-of-hours emergency care are examined with RCVS Registrar Gordon Hockey and Clre Tapsfield-Wright, formerly chairwoman of the College Standards Committee.
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More clues to Congress gems
Looking ahead to 2015 BSAVA Congress Author BSAVA CongressMore Congress highlights from the organizing Committee.
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Chronic kidney disease: A better understanding
A PetSavers funded project into the pathogenesis of chronic kidney disease Author Rosanne JepsonChronic kidney disease is common in ageing cats but its pathogenesis is very poorly understood. This PetSavers funded project is to analyse the genetic variation in the uromodulin gene with renal function.
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How you can support PetSavers
Products available from PetSavers Author PetSaversPetSavers veterinary products are specifically designed for small animal practices, and they also provide a vital income stream.
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WSAVA news
New report by the Vaccination Guidelines Group Author WSAVAThe WSAVA Vaccinations Guidelines Group released its report following a 3 year study of disease prevalence and vaccination practice in Asia.
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Companion interview
Claire Guest Author Claire GuestClaire Guest studied psychology and is now Chief Executive and Director of Operations at Medical Detection Dogs.
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CPD Diary
What’s on in your area Author BSAVA EducationA calendar of forthcoming central and regional CPD events October-November 2014.