Once collected, the fluid should be placed in a clean vial and either analyzed immediately or kept at body temperature until timely analysis can be performed (Table 40.1). Table 40.1…
Figure 39.2 Proper animal restraint and ultrasound placement for visualization of the liver and for subsequent biopsy. Figure 39.3 Ultrasound image of liver. Note the depth of the body to…
EQUIPMENT NEEDED The following equipment is needed: eyelid speculum, Steven’s tenotomy scissors, Colibri or tying forceps, ophthalmic needle holders, 6-0 to 8-0 polyglactin 910 suture (smaller is better), and magnifying…
Figure 46.2 The digits are splayed contributing to stability and traction. Figure 46.3 The foot pad, or slipper, covers the weight-bearing surface. The toenail contributes to traction but not weight…
Figure 41.2 The index finger is used to guide and verify correct placement of the tube prior to firm insertion. Figure 41.3 Resistance to passage diminishes considerably after the tube…
Figure 30.2 Alpaca affected by Sarcoptes. Sarcoptes can be difficult to confirm on skin scraping, but mites may be demonstrated on histopathology. EQUIPMENT NEEDED Clippers, exam gloves, biopsy punch, 20-gauge…
Figure 1.2 The long rope used as a mobile barrier can be suspended between two people or may be attached to a stationary object and used to gradually reduce the…
Information regarding the number of animals involved on the farm, nutritional and water access, exposure to other species, breeding activity, vaccination and anthelmintic use, previous medical issues, and response to…
Figure 26.2 Computed tomography image of an alpaca with extensive bony proliferation surrounding the second molar tooth of the right mandible, loss of alveolar bone, evidence of osteomyelitis, and disruption…
However, moderate to severe disruption of the tympanic bullae, as seen on CT scans, has been diagnosed with little to no outward clinical signs in the patient. Otitis media/interna in…
