Web-Vet Neurology Specialists - Feed Your Brain Podcast Series!

In this lecture, Dr Elizabeth Goudie talks about the challenges we face when anesthetizing a brachycephalic dog, such as a French Bulldog, for advanced imaging. Dr Goudie discusses the underlying pathophysiology of brachycephalic breeds and the common comorbidities encountered in this population. Best practices for anesthetic management to prevent airway crisis, vagal episodes, and regurgitation,...

Tethered cord syndrome (TCS) is a rare congenital or acquired condition caused by abnormal caudal positioning and/or traction of the spinal cord and meninges, predominantly observed at the level of the conus medullaris. Congenital TCS may result from a tight filum terminale, characterized by reduced elasticity, shortened length, and/or abnormal composition, and may coexist with malformations. In d...

Prophylactic fenestration (PF) has been reported to protect against recurrent intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE), but recurrence is not always confirmed. No published studies address the cost-benefit of PF. Prophylactic fenestration requires additional surgical and anesthetic time, as well as further tissue dissection, all of which contribute to both surgical morbidity and the overall cost of ve...

Dr Cecilia Danciu presents her latest publication on the clinical and imaging characteristics of CSF collection complications in 11 dogs. Complications associated with CSF collection have been reported in dogs and include progressive myelomalacia and hematomyelia. A retrospective study of 30 dogs with intracranial neoplasia documented a complication secondary to CSF collection in 17% of the dogs,...

In this journal club webinar, Dr. Theofanis Liatis discusses his most recent publication on generalised tremors in dogs based on a collection of 198 cases. The objective of the research was to describe the clinical characteristics of the cases, the prevalence of the diseases associated with generalized tremors in dogs, and identify clinical features that could be associated with the underlying dis...

In this journal club webinar, Dr. Jaoa Miguel De Frias from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Edinburgh, UK, discusses his two recent studies on spinal subarachnoid diverticula in dogs and cats. The clinical and imaging characteristics are explained and the therapy and prognosis are reviewed based on the results of the studies.

In this live journal club webinar, Dr. Cecilia-Gabrilla Danciu reviews her recent publication which looked at canine stroke. Dr. Danciu's team looked at 125 dogs with ischemic stroke in attempt to document comorbidities, long-term outcome (survival and stroke recurrence), and the occurrence of epileptic seizures. Given the limited information concerning the long‐term outcome of dogs diagnosed with...

In this live journal club sponsored by Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging, Dr. Nick Grapes discusses his study of 108 English and French bulldogs with discospondylitis. Vertebral body malformations are frequently identified incidentally, with a prevalence of over 70-80% in neurologically normal French and English bulldogs. While these 'birth defects' may increase the risk of intervertebral disc extrusion...

In this episode of our live journal club webinar series, Dr. Emili Alcoverro discusses his study on the clinical and MRI characteristics of hydrated nucleus pulposus extrusion (HNPE) when it affects the thoracolumbar vertebral column (TLVC) and compares it to intervertebral disc extrusion. Watch this session to learn more about HNPE and its relationship in the TLVC to breed, age, history and clini...

In this live webinar, Dr. Rita Goncalves discusses her recent publication which investigates the prognostic utility of MRI in determining the survival and potential for relapse in dogs with MUO. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is essential for diagnosing MUO in dogs. Identifying MRI features associated with the outcome would be very helpful. So far, mass effect, loss of identifiable cerebral sulc...

In this webinar, Drs Citlalli Limpens and Paul Mandigers discuss their study on the effect of MRI screening and selection programs on the prevalence of syringomyelia in Dutch and Danish Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Syringomyelia (SM) is highly heritable indicating that selection to decrease the prevalence of the disorder is possible. A candidate genetic locus associated with syrinx transverse d...

In this journal club episode, Dr. Thanis Liatis discusses his study on dogs with non-intentional (episodic) head tremors. These tremors occur mainly at rest, can usually be terminated by distraction, and can have vertical (yes-yes), horizontal (no-no) or rotational directions. This is the sole clinical sign of a movement disorder called idiopathic episodic head tremor in dogs. Several breeds have...

In this episode, we interview veterinary neurosurgeon Dr. Cris Falzone, a neurology specialist from Italy, on "How do I manage disc-associated wobbler syndrome (DAWS)?". Disc-associated Wobbler syndrome is the most prevalent and most typical Wobbler syndrome in dogs. It is typically seen in the middle-aged Dobermann Pinscher. Caudal cervical spinal cord compression is caused by protrusio...

In this webinar, we interview Dr. Clare Rusbridge about Chiari-like malformation and syringomyelia. This is a complex developmental condition of the skull and craniocervical vertebrae, and is characterised by a conformational change and overcrowding of the brain and cervical spinal cord, particularly at the craniospinal junction. Obstruction to cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) channels can result in pain...

In this webinar, we interview Dr. Colin Driver (Dipl. ECVN) from Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists on "How do I treat thoracolumbar myelopathies in Pug dogs". Colin has extensive experience on the subject of both imaging findings and surgical treatment of these complex conditions.

In this episode, Dr Lisa Bartner from Colorado State University discusses what is known on the use of cannabidiol for canine epilepsy. The anticonvulsant effect of cannabidiol (CBD), which has been confirmed by findings from animal models and human trials, has attracted the interest of veterinary practitioners and dog owners. We interviewed Dr. Bartner about the potential use of CBD for dogs that...

In this session, we interview Dr. Mark Lowrie on paroxysmal dyskinesia, a movement disorder seen in both dogs and cats. These can be challenging presentations that can easily be confused with seizures but have some notable differences. Genetic advancements have been made in several breeds and there are some treatment options, all of which will be discussed in this webinar.

In this session, Dr. Ines Carrera talks about the MR imaging features of two common acute spinal cord diseases in dogs: Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy or FCEM, and acute non-compressive nucleus pulposus extrusion or ANNPE. Can we reliably distinguish between the two conditions on MRI and can MRI provide negative prognostic indicators for recovery?

In this episode, our guest is Professor John Innes, orthopaedic specialist and Director of Movement Referrals in the UK. John and Laurent answer questions on the clinical approach to forelimb lameness and monoparesis to define where possible what is orthopaedic and what is neurologic, and to review what considerations for underlying causes we should have.

In this journal club webinar, Dr John Rossmeisl, Professor of neurology/neurosurgery at Virginia-Maryland, College of Veterinary Medicine discusses his article on the comparison between direct measurement of ICP and presumptive clinical and MRI indicators of intracranial hypertension (ICH) in dogs with brain tumors. The objectives of this study were to: (a) evaluate the feasibility of direct ICP m...

In this session, Louise Clark Dipl. ECVAA and head of anaesthesia at Davies Veterinary Specialists, addresses the common problems encountered in anaesthesia of neurological patients and how to solve them. Using anesthesia in patients with brain disease, spinal disease, and neuromuscular disease can be a challenge as maintaining blood perfusion and oxygenation of the CNS can be more difficult and n...

In this session, Dr. Fred Wininger, a veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon at Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency Hospital, owner of 3D Veterinary Printing LLC, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Missouri, talks about the utility of 3D printing for neurosurgical procedures. A how, why, and what presentation for all you need to know on what is quickly becoming a vital process in op...

In this episode of our free Neurology for Vets webinar series, sponsored by Hallmarq Advanced Veterinary Imaging, we invite Dr Daniela Farketo to present her latest research published on risk factors, treatment, and outcome in dogs and cats with subdural hematoma and hemispheric collapse after ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunting of congenital internal hydrocephalus. Overshunting and hemispheric col...

In this webinar, sponsored by PRN Pharmacal, we will discuss what is known about each frequently used medication to treat seizure disorders in dogs and cats. The three most important aspects of each drug include how to use them, what we know about their efficacy in dogs and cats, and what adverse effects we can expect and should warn owners about.

In this episode of our free Neurology for Vets webinar series Dr. Samantha Taylor at Lumbry Park veterinary specialists discusses treatment of FIP using remdesivir and GS-441524. Samantha shares her experience as a feline medicine specialist on this novel treatment as well as the current research she is undertaking with other colleagues compiling as much robust evidence as possible on the efficacy...