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Targeted Melanoma Treatment for Inoperable Areas of Horses
In January the RVC Equine Referral Hospital began to offer a novel treatment for equine melanoma using locoregional hyperthermia combined with intratumoral chemotherapy. The treatment specifically targets tumours that cannot be surgically removed, … -
Not so happy bunnies: New RVC research reveals the breeds most at risk of tear duct inflammation this International Rabbit Day
New research by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed the rabbit breeds most at risk of developing dacryocystitis, an inflammatory condition of the tear ducts, including Lionheads, Mini Lops, Lops and Dwarf Lop rabbits. The research also …New research by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed the rabbit breeds most at risk of …
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Canine Pericardial Effusion Biobank for Diagnostic Advancements
The RVC is compiling a biobank of fluids removed from around the heart, enabling pioneering research aimed at developing new diagnostic tests to help dogs at the RVC and beyond. It appears to be the first such biobank of pericardial effusion (PE) … -
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Complex Feline Infectious Peritonitis Case
Jodie Green, Internal Medicine Resident Millie, a six-month female neutered domestic short hair, was presented to RVC Small Animal Referrals due to poor weight gain and a one-week history of progressive lethargy and hyporexia. On presentation to … -
‘Nursing Matters’: RVC researchers launch exploration of mental health and wellbeing amongst veterinary nurses
As part of a larger project, called ‘Nursing Matters’, RVC researchers are calling for both registered veterinary nurses (RVNs) and student veterinary nurses (SVNs) to participate in a 20–25 minute survey to gain in-depth insights into how and why …As part of a larger project, called ‘Nursing Matters’, RVC researchers are calling for both …
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RVC blood donor dog awarded Service Animal Award by RSPCA
Romeo, a Staffordshire bull terrier, has helped save the lives of over 32 dogs during the five years he has been donating bloodRomeo, a Staffordshire bull terrier, has been recognised with the Service Animal Award by the RSPCA …
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Equine welfare set to be improved by new study into laminitis
Equine welfare is set to be improved by a new PhD study into the chronic condition of laminitis, a painful and debilitating equine foot condition that often requires prolonged treatment, or even euthanasia in severe cases. Previous research has … -
RVC Equine’s Referral Hospital and Practice both deemed ‘Outstanding’ in five awards in total
This extraordinary achievement highlights the specialist skills and dedicated care provided by staff in both the hospital and the ambulatory practice -
New study shows majority of injuries in thoroughbred flat racing are minor
RVC study show that 70 percent of injuries recorded among thoroughbred flat racing horses on race-day were minor and not career-ending. -
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3D Printed Calf Head Model to Assess Dispersal of Intranasal Vaccine
Intranasal vaccination is an increasingly used practice in humans, as well as farmed species. Pioneering research at the RVC studied the dispersal of intranasal vaccine in calves.