Avian Cardiology Essentials

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Abstract

Cardiovascular disease commonly occurs in companion birds and poses a serious threat to the quality of life and longevity of many avian species. Successful intervention requires a foundational understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology, as well as heightened awareness of risk factors and recognition of clinical disease states, including atherosclerosis, congestive heart failure, and pericardial disease and effusion. This lecture reviews key features of avian cardiovascular anatomy, disease states commonly encountered in practice, essential elements of a diagnostic workup, and current treatment approaches that can improve longevity and quality of life for these patients.

Lecture outline

Photo credit: Dr. Minh Huynh

Anatomy and physiology of the avian cardiovascular system Cardiac features Vasculature Relevant respiratory anatomy Cardiovascular control systems and hemodynamics Cardiovascular disease states  Atherosclerosis Pathophysiology and lesion characterization Clinical manifestations and sequelae Prevalence and risk factors Congestive heart failure Pathophysiology Clinical manifestations Pericardial disease and effusion Pathophysiology Clinical manifestations

• Diagnosis of cardiovascular disease
  • History, clinical signs, and physical examination findings
  • Clinical pathology
  • Electrocardiography and blood pressure
  • Radiography
  • Ultrasonography

• Treatment approaches to cardiovascular disease in the avian patient

• • Atherosclerotic disease
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Pericardial effusion and cardiac tamponade

• Prognostic considerations and follow-up

About the presenter

Dr. Brenna Fitzgerald is an associate veterinarian at Homestead Animal Hospital in Centennial, Colorado. Dr. Fitzgerald is a 2007 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. She then worked as an associate in a private, multi-doctor practice in Dallas, Texas, where she practiced small animal, avian, and exotic animal medicine. Dr. Fitzgerald then completed both a clinical internship and residency at Dr. Brian Speer’s Medical Center for Birds in Oakley, California. She earned Diplomate status in avian practice in 2012. Dr. Fitzgerald has both published and presented on topics related to avian cardiology, including… [MORE]

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RACE approval

This program is approved by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) Registry of Continuing Education (RACE) to offer a total of 1.00 CE credits to any one veterinarian and/or 1.00 veterinary technician CE credit. This RACE approval is for the delivery method of Interactive-Distance. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. RACE does not “accredit” or “endorse” or “certify” any program or person, nor does RACE approval validate the content of the program.