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CLINICAL CONNECTIONS
RVC Clinical Services Newsletter Spring 2022
CREATING A DEDICATED CHEMOTHERAPY
ADMINISTRATION ROOM
W e are in the process of and Neurosurgery Services have grown is palliative and so the team is generally
dealing with older pets where the emphasis
chemotherapy
a
developing
exponentially over the years and the new
administration treatment room
their lives for as long as it can be considered
used as efficiently as possible.
at the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals development will allow precious space to be is on making them feel better and extending
(QMHA). A dedicated space for animals The development will allow us to a good quality of life.
receiving chemotherapy will benefit both our compassionately provide the best possible This upgraded area of the hospital will
oncology clients and some pets who receive experience for our patients, whose welfare is centre on patient comfort and enrichment. It
chemotherapy treatment managed by the paramount. In addition to creating a relaxed will incorporate a low-lift table, mattresses,
Neurology and Neurosurgery Service. environment for patients and promoting and soft hygienic bedding, alongside the
The chemotherapy administration room peace of mind for clients, the development specialist medical equipment necessary for
will be a space where patients can receive will create a safe place for clinical staff these animals鈥� individualised treatments.
their treatment from our dedicated oncology handling the patients and chemotherapy The enhanced facilities will make it easier
vets and veterinary nurses in a quiet and agents. for members of the clinical team, including
comfortable room with no disturbances. In most chemotherapy cases seen at students, to observe the process of safely
Both the Oncology and Neurology RVC Small Animal Referrals, treatment administering chemotherapy and learn how
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EAR DISEASE IN HAEMOLYTIC A WEEK WITH FELINE INFECTIOUS
RABBITS ANAEMIA CASE ORTHOPAEDICS PERITONITIS
