Ear Surgery - New date TBC 9.00-17.00

The next delivery date of this course is TBC. Please select the session date (31/12) and 'add to waitlist' if you wish to receive a notification when the date has been confirmed VCI Approved Course Code CP20-21-0154
 
9.5 CVE Credits 
 
Surgery is a key part of the management of many ear diseases. This course will use a combination of lectures; to provide context and highlight important aspects of decision-making and highly practical hands-on wet-lab training to consolidate skills. The morning's lectures will be supported by hands-on practical wet-lab sessions under the under the watchful supervision of European College Veterinary Surgeons specialist. Gain the confidence and skills you need to manage your patients effectively.
 

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You will discuss the pathogenesis of common ear conditions encountered in small animal practice, the role of imaging and other investigations, and how this information assists surgical decision-making. The technical aspects of the most widely employed surgical procedures will be taught in detail with a focus on tips and tricks to facilitate accurate execution and avoid complications.

What you will learn:

  • To understand ear disease and the role of surgery
  • To become competent with common surgical techniques
    • Lateral wall resection – Zepp’s procedure
    • Ventral bulla osteotomy - VBO (in the cat)
    • Total ear canal ablation / lateral bulla osteotomy – TECA/LBO 
  • Postoperative care of patients following ear surgery
  • Potential complications and their management

*Onsite courses are subject to change based on Covid restrictions