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Wallace ML. Surgical management of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome: An update on options and outcomes. Vet Surg 2024. [PMID: 38952039 DOI: 10.1111/vsu.14131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 05/22/2024] [Accepted: 06/08/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024]
Abstract
Dogs with a brachycephalic conformation often experience a collection of abnormalities related to their craniofacial conformation, which can lead to a variety of clinical signs such as stertor, exercise intolerance, respiratory distress, and gastrointestinal signs such as regurgitation, among others. This collection of abnormalities is termed brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS). With the rise in popularity of several brachycephalic breeds, veterinarians and veterinary surgery specialists are seeing these dogs with increasing frequency for surgical and medical treatment of these clinical signs, leading to an increased interest in developing surgical techniques for dogs with BOAS and evaluating objective methods of determining outcome after surgery. Advances in anesthetic management including standardized protocols and use of local nerve blocks to decrease opiate use may decrease postoperative complications. A variety of new or modified surgical techniques to manage hyperplastic soft palate and stenotic nares, among other BOAS components, have been developed and studied in recent years. Newer studies have also focused on risk factors for development of major complications in the postoperative period and on objective measurements that may help determine which patients will receive the most benefit from BOAS surgery. In this review, the newest studies focused on updates in anesthetic management, surgical techniques, and postoperative care will be discussed. Additionally, updated information on complication rates and outcomes for dogs undergoing surgical management of BOAS will be included.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mandy L Wallace
- Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, USA
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Filipas MC, Owen L, Adami C. A retrospective observational cohort study on the postoperative respiratory complications and their risk factors in brachycephalic dogs undergoing BOAS surgery: 199 cases (2019-2021). J Small Anim Pract 2024; 65:329-337. [PMID: 38413137 DOI: 10.1111/jsap.13707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To observe the occurrence of postanaesthetic respiratory complications and to determine their prevalence and risk factors in dogs undergoing brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data from 199 clinical records were retrospectively analysed. Univariable logistic regression followed by multivariable logistic regression was used to identify associations between the dependent variables (set as the postoperative respiratory complications observed in the study dogs) and various independent covariates. The quality of model-fit was assessed using the likelihood ratio test. P≤0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS Four postoperative respiratory complications were observed: hypoxaemia (n=10/199; 5%), dyspnoea requiring tracheal re-intubation (n=13/199, 7%), dyspnoea requiring tracheostomy (n=10/199, 5%) and aspiration pneumonia (n=12/199, 6%). Univariable logistic regression showed an association between postoperative aspiration pneumonia and increasing body condition score and American Society of Anaesthesiology classification; however, when these covariates were evaluated in the multivariable model significance was not maintained. Risk factors for tracheostomy were preoperative and postoperative aspiration pneumonia (odds ratio: 9.52, 95% confidence interval: 1.56 to 57.93) and increasing brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome grade (odds ratio: 4.65, 95% confidence interval: 0.79 to 27.50). CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE High brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome grade and aspiration pneumonia, either developing peri-operatively or as pre-existing condition, may represent risk factors for postoperative tracheostomy. Preoperative diagnosis of aspiration pneumonia may further increase the risk of postoperative complications.
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- M C Filipas
- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, UK
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, UK
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 OES, UK
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Spear DJ, Crouse ZJ, Kearns SA. Retrospective evaluation of leflunomide as an adjunctive therapy in dogs with non-associative immune-mediated thrombocytopenia: 20 cases (2008-2021). J Small Anim Pract 2024; 65:261-269. [PMID: 38433454 DOI: 10.1111/jsap.13715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To describe leflunomide as an adjunctive therapy in the treatment of non-associative immune-mediated thrombocytopenia. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective study of dogs with a diagnosis of non-associative immune-mediated thrombocytopenia treated with leflunomide March 2008 to September 2021 was conducted. Data collected included signalment, clinical signs, physical examination findings and diagnostic testing performed. Medications administered, duration of hospital stay, time to platelet concentration >150×109/L and adverse events during leflunomide therapy were recorded. Relapses within a year of diagnosis were reported. RESULTS A total of 20 client-owned dogs met inclusion criteria. Nineteen of 20 dogs (95%) achieved a platelet concentration >150×109/L with leflunomide and prednisone combination therapy and four dogs (21.1%) relapsed during treatment or shortly after treatment. Adverse effects included diarrhoea (n=5), mild lymphopenia (n=9) and mild intermittent anaemia (n=1). A single dog developed hepatotoxicity presumed to be secondary to leflunomide therapy that resolved after drug discontinuation. One dog was treated for aspiration pneumonia during treatment. Two dogs were euthanased while receiving leflunomide. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Length of hospitalisation, time to platelet recovery, treatment response and relapse rate were comparable with alternative treatment protocols. Most adverse effects did not require leflunomide dose adjustment; however, two dogs died while undergoing leflunomide treatment and there is compelling evidence that one of these dogs experienced fatal infection secondary to immune-suppression. Hepatotoxicity remains a known complication of leflunomide treatment and serial biochemistry testing is recommended.
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- D J Spear
- Department of Internal Medicine, Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, Woburn, MA, 01801, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA, 02130, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA, 02130, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA, 02130, USA
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Zuckerman I, Force J, Hanlon AL, Lozano AJ, Ji W, Anderson JG. Periodontal Pocket Therapy Using a Class IV Dental Diode Laser in Dogs: A Retrospective Analysis. J Vet Dent 2024; 41:155-162. [PMID: 36945868 DOI: 10.1177/08987564231164493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2023]
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Class IV dental diode lasers have been introduced as a nonsurgical therapy for periodontal pockets in veterinary and human dentistry. This retrospective case series evaluates the use of Class IV dental diode laser therapy for abnormal periodontal pockets in a specialty veterinary dental practice. A hypothesis that the Class IV diode dental laser is a useful adjuvant modality in canine periodontal pocket therapy in the reduction of clinical pocket depth was made. This article discusses and demonstrates diode laser use in periodontal pocket therapy in a specialty veterinary dental practice and reviews the current literature. Inclusion in this study was limited to client-owned dogs with noted periodontal pocketing on any tooth type between 3 and 6 mm, which were treated with closed root planing (RP/C) and laser therapy who returned in 6 to 7 months for recheck of the pockets from the years 2017 to 2020. Twelve patients met the inclusion criteria. A total of 128 periodontal pockets were included in the study. Each periodontal pocket was a case receiving therapy. The mean periodontal pocket depth before the treatment is measured as 3.35 mm. The mean pocket depth of the periodontal pockets following treatment was 0.59 mm. The mean improvement in periodontal pocket depths after diode laser therapy when considering patient and tooth number using linear mixed-effects modeling was 2.63 mm (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.81-3.46, P < .0001). No statistically significant results were observed for pocket type, as P values were greater than .05.
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- Department of Statistics, Virginia Tech, Roanoke, VA, USA
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- Dentistry For Animals, Aptos, CA, USA
- Consultant in Veterinary Oral Medicine, Dixon, CA, USA
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Vicenti C, Otero PE, Briganti A, Rondelli V, Stabile M, Piemontese C, Crovace A, Lacitignola L, Staffieri F. Respiratory Effects of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Administered during Recovery from General Anesthesia in Brachycephalic Dogs. Vet Sci 2024; 11:75. [PMID: 38393093 PMCID: PMC10893332 DOI: 10.3390/vetsci11020075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate the benefits of applying 5 cmH2O of CPAP using a pediatric helmet during the recovery phase from general anesthesia in brachycephalic dogs. Brachycephalic dogs undergoing various surgical procedures were included in this study, and a total of 64 subjects were randomly assigned to receive either standard oxygen supplementation (NO-CPAP group) or oxygen supplementation combined with CPAP (CPAP group). This study evaluated arterial blood pH, blood gas partial pressures of O2 and CO2, arterial blood O2 saturation, and related parameters during recovery. The dogs were monitored, and helmet tolerance was assessed using predefined criteria. Of the initially assessed 69 dogs, 64 were enrolled: 32 in the CPAP group and 32 in the NO-CPAP group. Fifteen dogs in the NO-CPAP group were excluded based on predetermined criteria. The CPAP group showed significant improvements in PaO2, PaO2/FiO2, P(A-a)O2, F-Shunt, and respiratory rate compared with the NO-CPAP group (p < 0.001). The incidence of reintubation and helmet intolerance was higher in the NO-CPAP group (18% and 15.6%, respectively) than in the CPAP group (0%). This study highlights the potential benefits of incorporating CPAP, delivered through a pediatric helmet, in the perioperative management of brachycephalic dogs.
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- Caterina Vicenti
- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Facultad de Ciencias Veterinarias, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires C1427CWN, Argentina
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- Department of Veterinary Sciences, Veterinary Teaching Hospital "Mario Modenato", University of Pisa, 56122 Pisa, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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- Section of Veterinary Clinics and Animal Production, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DiMePre-J), University of Bari, 70010 Valenzano, Italy
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Camarasa JJ, Gordo I, Bird FG, Vallefuoco R, Longley M, Brissot HN. Owner-assisted recovery and early discharge after surgical treatment in dogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. J Small Anim Pract 2023; 64:680-686. [PMID: 37345349 DOI: 10.1111/jsap.13647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVES This study aims to describe a perioperative protocol for dogs recovered from anaesthesia with the owners and discharged from the hospital on the same day after surgical management of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome and to determine whether implementation of this protocol was associated with reduced incidence of complications compared with standard anaesthesia recovery and 24 hours hospitalisation. MATERIALS AND METHODS Medical records of dogs that underwent brachycephalic obstructive airway surgery over two consecutive years (June 2017 to May 2019) were reviewed retrospectively. Signalment, clinical signs, diagnostic findings, surgical procedures and postoperative respiratory complications were recorded. Data were compared using the chi-squared or Fisher's exact tests. RESULTS Sixty-three dogs met the inclusion criteria for the study. Forty-two dogs underwent owner-assisted recovery and 21 dogs standard recovery. No statistical difference was found between groups in age, breed, gender, severity of respiratory or gastrointestinal clinical signs and surgical techniques employed. The incidence of postoperative complications was higher in dogs that received standard recovery (28%) compared to dogs recovered with the owners (2%). None of the dogs recovered with the owners and discharged the same day required veterinary assistance after discharge from the hospital. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Corrective surgery for brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome was associated with lower postoperative respiratory complications when dogs were discharged on the same day after recovery with the owners. Owner-assisted recovery and early discharge are possible and safe and may decrease the incidence of postoperative complications. However, other unmeasured factors may have contributed to the lower complication rate in dogs recovered with the owners during the course of this study.
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- J J Camarasa
- Pride Veterinary Referrals, Riverside Road, Derby, DE24 8HX, UK
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- Eastcott Veterinary Referrals, Edison Business Park, Swindon, SN3 3FR, UK
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- Pride Veterinary Referrals, Riverside Road, Derby, DE24 8HX, UK
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- Pride Veterinary Referrals, Riverside Road, Derby, DE24 8HX, UK
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- Pride Veterinary Referrals, Riverside Road, Derby, DE24 8HX, UK
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- Azurvet, 769 avenue Pierre et Marie Curie, Saint-Laurent-du-Var, France
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Cain J, Davidson A. Canine Cesarean Section: Emergency and Elective. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract 2023:S0195-5616(23)00069-4. [PMID: 37246012 DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2023.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Canine Cesarean Section (CS) is primarily performed to increase survival of newborns and less commonly to save the life or reproductive future of the dam. Conducting proper ovulation timing to accurately predict the due date will allow a planned, elective CS as an excellent alternative to a high-risk natural whelping, and possible dystocia, for certain breeds and situations. Techniques for ovulation timing, anesthesia, and surgery tips are provided.
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- Janice Cain
- Canine Reproduction Center at Ironhorse Vet Care, 7660 Amador Valley Boulevard, Suite E, Dublin, CA 94568, USA.
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, 1 Garrod Dr, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract 2022; 52:749-780. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2022.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Factors Affecting Intraoperative Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux in Dogs and Cats. Animals (Basel) 2022; 12:ani12030247. [PMID: 35158572 PMCID: PMC8833530 DOI: 10.3390/ani12030247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Revised: 12/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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Simple Summary Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) is an anaesthetic complication that causes oesophageal inflammation and stricture in animals. The aim of this systematic review is to systematically identify the effect of preoperative fasting duration and drugs (anaesthetic and nonanaesthetic agents) on GOR in dogs and cats during anaesthesia. Seven studies were included in the meta-analysis. Many factors seem to affect the development of GOR in dogs and cats. However, there is a limited number of studies investigating these factors, and as the level of evidence is low-to-medium, no reliable conclusions can be extracted. Abstract In animals, gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) may occur during anaesthesia, and it can lead to severe consequences such as oesophagitis and oesophageal stricture. This systematic review investigates the effect of fasting duration and anaesthetic and nonanaesthetic drugs on GOR in dogs and cats during general anaesthesia. Fifteen clinical studies met the inclusion criteria in this systematic review. In thirteen studies the population was dogs, while in two studies the population was cats. In the meta-analysis, seven studies were included. Four studies on the effect of fasting duration on GOR in dogs were included in the meta-analysis. In total, 191 dogs had a fasting duration less than 5 h, while 311 dogs had a fasting duration more than 5 h. The heterogeneity of the studies was high and statistically significant (p = 0.0002, I2 = 85%), but the overall effect was statistically nonsignificant (p = 0.82, odds ratio = 0.81, 95% CI 0.15, 4.26), in favour of the low fasting duration (<5 h). Concerning the effect of antacids on GOR, three studies were included in the meta-analysis. The heterogeneity of the studies was low and nonsignificant (p = 0.13, I2 = 52%) and the overall effect was statistically nonsignificant (p = 0.24). The low number of studies and the diverse factors affecting the incidence of reflux prevented us from reaching valuable conclusions on the risk factors for GOR.
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Sun JA, Johnson JA, Hallowell TC. Evaluation of temporary palatopexy to manage brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome in dogs in respiratory distress. J Small Anim Pract 2021; 63:220-226. [PMID: 34970739 DOI: 10.1111/jsap.13453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2021] [Revised: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the use of temporary palatopexy procedure as a treatment for brachycephalic dogs in severe respiratory distress. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this prospective pilot study, seven client-owned brachycephalic dogs in severe respiratory distress, requiring emergent intubation or failing extubation, had a temporary palatopexy placed using a novel suture pattern. RESULTS Six out of seven dogs were successfully extubated less than 2 hours post palatopexy and survived to discharge. One dog failed extubation secondary to worsening lower airway disease and laryngeal collapse. That patient was euthanased. The only noted complication was regurgitation in two dogs; however, one had pre-existing gastrointestinal signs. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Temporary palatopexy is a relatively simple procedure that may be a useful method for managing brachycephalic dogs in an upper airway crisis. This could avoid the need for prolonged intubation, emergency tracheostomy, re-intubation or euthanasia in dogs where costs, access to specialists and availability of referral centres are limited.
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- J A Sun
- Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, East Greenwich, RI, 02818, USA
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- Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, East Greenwich, RI, 02818, USA
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- Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, East Greenwich, RI, 02818, USA
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