Retrospective Study (2009-2014): Perineal Hernias and Related Comorbidities in Bitches.

Retrospective study based on data extracted from medical records of dogs diagnosed with perineal hernia between 2009 and 2014; medical records of bitches were selected for further analysis to determine the prevalence of perineal hernias in bitches and to investigate potential comorbidities. Perineal hernia was diagnosed in 182 dogs (174 males and 8 females; 96% and 4%, respectively). Surgical correction was performed in 6 bitches.

Evaluation of a modified hemimandibulectomy for treatment of oral neoplasms in dogs.

A modified hemimandibulectomy was performed for treatment of oral neoplasms in 21 dogs. Intra- and postoperative evaluations included assessment of procedure difficulty, complications, mastication, cosmesis, and the time interval between surgery and recurrence of the neoplasm or clinical evidence of metastasis. Malignant melanoma was the most common neoplasm treated using this technique.

A new brachial plexus block technique in dogs.

Objective: To evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of a new technique of brachial plexus anesthesia in dogs.

Study Design: Prospective, experimental study.

Animals: Twelve adult mongrel dogs, six males and six females weighing 14.