Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Disease processes commonly managed by an emergency and critical care specialist

A critical care facility like ours operates somewhat like a hospital intensive care unit for humans. Your pet is monitored continually and given necessary treatments for his or her health and recovery. Here is a short list of some of the conditions we manage:

  • Severe pneumonia or other pulmonary disease
  • Systemic infection (sepsis)
  • Severe anemia
  • Acute kidney injury/failure
  • Acute liver failure
  • Intoxications
  • Continuous seizures (status epilepticus)
  • Complicated diabetes (diabetic ketoacidosis)

It is important to consult your veterinarian and discuss the clinical signs at the time of a physical exam. Early referral leads to early diagnosis and early treatment!

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