Severe Wasting in an Adult
The load of medical cases catered for in the hospital is wide and varied. We host a range of diagnostic facilities on site including a 24-hour laboratory facility for emergency cases. We work in conjunction with the Irish Equine Centre for some of our clinical pathology and bacteriology needs. Having on site access to these services leads to a more timely diagnosis and treatment.
- Refer cardiac cases for diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of cardiac abnormalities. The use of a 30 cm variable frequency cardiac ultrasonography probe with M-mode, Colour Flow Doppler as well as Pulse and Continuous Wave Doppler aid the diagnosis immensely.
- Weight loss and poor performance although common can be a complex area. A thorough systems check is necessary. We host a range of diagnostics ie gastroscopy, lung wash, ultrasound, glucose absorption testing as well as laboratory facilities on site. Communication of findings and further plans in the diagnostic process will be communicated at each stage of the examination process.
- All medical cases need to be referred with a full history. Include prior diagnostics and treatment, wormings etc
- Send the passport with the animal. If there is no passport one will be organised by the practice in accordance with current legislation.
