In this Simini Small Animal Surgery Podcast episode, we dive into three standout studies from the May 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery—each spotlighting how simple innovation, institutional learning, and advanced mapping can reshape soft tissue outcomes in small animal patients.

We cover:

✅ Aertsens et al. — A chest wall lift technique for feline thoracoscopy. See how a bent Steinmann pin and improved oxygenation helped avoid open conversion in two complex cases.

✅ Brockman et al. — A 7-year journey tracking mitral valve repair outcomes in 132 dogs. From 22 to 30 survivors per quartile, this study shows the power of deliberate team-based refinement.

✅ Griffin et al. — A pilot study on dual-technique sentinel lymph node mapping for canine thyroid carcinoma. Hidden metastases were found in 33% of cases—and none were visible pre-op.

Three studies. One theme: practical refinement at every step of the surgical journey.

🎓 Journal Articles Discussed:

• Aertsens et al. — Chest wall lift for thoracoscopic lung lobectomy Technique and results in two cats
• Brockman et al. — Improvement in short-term outcome over time, in a single center embarking on a canine mitral valve repair program using a structured multidisciplinary approach
• Griffin et al. — A combination of pre‐ and intraoperative techniques identifies sentinel lymph nodes
  📚 From the May 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery

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In the final installment of our May 2025 orthopedic series, we bring precision into focus with two articles that spotlight both surgical technique and clinical decision-making under pressure.

We cover two compelling studies:

✅ Rocheleau et al. — A retrospective case series using arthroscopic treatment for infected total hip replacements. This “implant-salvage-first” strategy led to 87.5% success—especially when paired with advanced lavage and partial synovectomy.

✅ McClean et al. — A cadaver study comparing two blind techniques for shoulder joint injections in dogs. Learn which approach cuts iatrogenic cartilage injury by 80%—and why your next injection might need a rethink.

If you’re navigating joint taps or managing the dreaded PJI, this episode brings clarity to what works, what doesn’t, and how to reduce risk with smarter tools and strategies.

🎓 Journal Articles Discussed:

• McClean et al. — Accuracy and safety of two landmark‐guided techniques for arthrocentesis and
• Rocheleau et al. — - Arthroscopic sampling diagnosis and treatment of infected total hip replacements
  📚 From the May 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery

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In this Simini Small Animal Surgery Podcast episode, we continue our three-part orthopedic series with Part 2 of the May 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery. This episode zooms in on upper limb orthopedic strategies—from groundbreaking shoulder stabilization to fresh insights into humeral intracondylar fissures in Cocker Spaniels.

We cover two standout studies:

✅ Burton et al. — A CT-based morphometric analysis that connects subtle conformational differences in forelimb bones to humeral fissures. This work opens new doors to proactive diagnostics and even preventative surgery.

✅ Schuenemann et al. — A clinical series showing the power of bioabsorbable bone anchors in canine biceps tenodesis. Dogs were back to work within weeks. Think fixation without fuss—and faster recovery without lingering lameness.

Whether you’re reevaluating your shoulder repair approach or considering preventative osteotomies, this episode delivers actionable clinical strategy and biomechanics-backed takeaways.

🎓 Journal Articles Discussed:

• Schuenemann et al. —Biceps tenodesis with a bioabsorbable bone anchor using BoneWelding technology
• Burton et al. — Antebrachial conformation in Cocker Spaniels with and without humeral intracondylar
  📚 From the May 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery

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