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Cardiology

Development of an Open-Heart Surgery Program in the USA: From Concept to Implementation

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Location: On Demand
CE: 1.0
Disclosure(s):
Katsuhiro Matsuura, DVM, PhD: No financial relationships to disclose
Michael Aherne, MVB (Hons 1), GradDipVetStud, MS, MANZCVS (Small Animal Surgery), DACVIM (Cardiology): No financial relationships to disclose
Presentation Description / Summary: In this session we will discuss factors important for the development of an open-heart surgical program including team development, logistical considerations, and case selection, as well as discussing outcomes and lessons learned from the process.

Learner Outcomes: 1. To understand the logistical considerations relevant to open-heart surgery in veterinary patients 2. To understand indications and factors relevant to case selection for patients undergoing open-heart mitral valve repair 3. To understand the expected case progression in patients undergoing open-heart mitral valve repair

Learning Objectives:

  • To understand the logistical considerations relevant to open-heart surgery in veterinary patients
  • To understand indications and factors relevant to case selection for patients undergoing open-heart mitral valve repair
  • To understand the expected case progression in patients undergoing open-heart mitral valve repair