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Previous blog articles have covered the components of an anaesthetic machine. Now we move onto vaporisers; the devices that ensure effective and safe addition of inhalant anaesthetics to the fresh gas flow exiting the common gas outlet. Where is a .........

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Part 7 in the series - The Veterinary Anaesthetic Machine Made Simple. The final components of the anaesthetic machine, and of the low pressure area of the machine, are the backbar, pressure relief valve, and common gas outlet....

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Blood smear evaluation is an often overlooked but a very important aspect for in-house haematology. With the advancement in haematology analysers that can now detect reticulocytes and even band neutrophils, some practitioners are beginning to rely solely...

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Part 6 in the series The Veterinary Anaesthetic Machine Made Simple, thanks to Dr Gas Vet. What is the Oxygen Flush Valve? The oxygen flush valve delivers oxygen at a high pressure (~400kPa) and flow rate (30 " 70 L/minute). This oxygen comes directly fro...

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Dog bite wounds are one of the most common presentations both in general and emergency practice, and they can often be challenging cases. Once you have stabilised the patient, it is time to go speak to the client. Here is the most important point .........

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