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Case Studies Cytology

Eucoleus (Capillaria) Aerophila in a Corsac Fox

History Toulouse – 1yr 6 month Male neutered Corsac Fox. History of chronic coughing and weight loss with intermittent diarrhoea. Toulouse had previously been treated with 4 x weekly milbemycin. Chronic cough persisted. Previous faecal testing negative. Xrays, blood profile and BAL performed. Bloods showed increase in ALT, BUN and Phos with evidence for haemoconcentration….

Matthew Phillips

Board Certified Clinical Pathologist

News

VPG and Zoetis unite to advance veterinary diagnostics

We’re thrilled to announce that Veterinary Pathology Group (VPG) is now part of Zoetis, the world’s leading animal health company. This partnership brings together VPG’s trusted, expert veterinary diagnostics with Zoetis’ global innovation and resources, a perfect match built on shared purpose and values. Together, we’re committed to delivering faster, more accurate, and comprehensive diagnostic…

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Case Studies Diagnostics

MicroRNAs: Could Tiny Molecules Make a Big Difference in Diagnosing Feline HCM?

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common feline heart condition, with around 15% of cats, and nearly 1 in 3 cats over 9 years of age, being affected1. The disease is characterised by thickening of the left ventricular myocardium, resulting in impaired relaxation, diastolic dysfunction and, eventually, congestive heart failure or thromboembolic events. Despite its…

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Case Studies Histopathology

Case study: Mycobacterial Lymphadenitis in a Cat

A 12 year old female neutered domestic short hair cat presented with lymph node enlargement in the submandibular area. Histological examination revealed a granulomatous lymphadenitis with necrosis. Figure 1: Large areas of necrosis are present in the lymph node (stars). Magnification x 7.5. H&E stain. Scale bar =2.5 mm. Figure 2:…

Kerstin Erles

Board Certified Anatomic Pathologist

Histopathology

Supporting Vets with Post Mortem Histopathology

At VPG, we understand that post mortem submissions can be an essential part of veterinary diagnostics, helping to provide answers in difficult cases and contributing to wider clinical understanding. Our Histopathology team is here to support you with a straightforward submission process and accurate interpretation of findings. When to Submit Tissues or Cadavers In some…

Caroline Fairbanks

Lab Director VPG Ireland (interim) and Histology

Webinar

Webinar: Could microRNAs transform the future of cardiac diagnosis?

VPG, in partnership with MI:RNA, is evaluating a cutting-edge microRNA-based diagnostic for veterinary cardiology. In this session, you’ll hear from leading experts on how microRNAs could complement existing diagnostics such as NT-proBNP and Troponin I, and what this might mean for decision-making in practice. What You’ll Learn Discover why microRNAs react early in cardiac disease…

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Case Studies Histopathology

CASE STUDY: Pneumocystosis in a Dog

Clinical history: A 7-year-old, male neutered, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel presented with a four-week history of progressively worsening tachypnoea, developing into dyspnoea. CT imaging under sedation revealed generalised ground glass appearance throughout the lung fields, deemed to be consistent with non-cardiogenic oedema. The dog was treated with trimethoprim-potentiated sulfonamides and oxygen supplementation, but deteriorated and…

Alexander Civello

Board Certified Anatomic Pathologist

Pathology

Smart Diagnostics Part 2: AI to Improve Prognostic Accuracy in Ki67 staining of Canine Cutaneous Mast Cell Tumours

Cutaneous mast cell tumours (MCTs) are amongst the most common malignant skin tumours in dogs. Their biological behaviour can be variable and as a consequence the prognosis can be unpredictable. Whilst well-established grading systems have been developed and are routinely used to assess these tumours, namely the ‘two-tier’ (Kiupel et al 20I0) and older ‘three-tier’…

David Walker

Board Certified Anatomic Pathologist

Diagnostics

How Targeted Microbiome Support Is Transforming Dog Health

Introduction Retesting is a vital part of how long-term gut health is supported through the BIOME9 supplement plan. Just like in human medicine, adjusting and optimising based on results is key to sustainable change. With over 100 individual retests now completed, BIOME9 has gathered robust evidence showing how precision microbiome support, guided by data and…

Fiona Gosling

CEO Boarded Clinical Pathologist (Maternity Leave)

Cytology

How to Get the Most From Your Cytology Samples

Here at the VPG, we encounter dozens of new, interesting and occasionally confusing cytological cases from your patients every day – our interpretations are greatly improved when we work as a team with our clinicians to get the best out of our samples. With that in mind, here is some advice on some things to…

Nick Marsh

Board Certified Clinical Pathologist