Veterinarska stanica, Vol. 55 No. 5, 2024.
Short communication, Note
https://doi.org/10.46419/vs.55.5.9
Development of a bovine liver biopsy training model
Filipe Silva
; Animal and Veterinary Science Center (CECAV), Associate Laboratory for Animal and Veterinary Sciences (AL4AnimalS), University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, Vila Real, Portugal
Isabel Pires
; Animal and Veterinary Science Center (CECAV), Associate Laboratory for Animal and Veterinary Sciences (AL4AnimalS), University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, Vila Real, Portugal
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* Corresponding author.
Abstract
In veterinary medicine, liver biopsy is a standard diagnostic procedure for studying liver disease in animal species, including cows. Some common indications for liver biopsy in cattle include clinical signs of liver disease (e.g., anorexia, jaundice, lethargy), unexplained weight loss, and monitoring of health and nutritional status. This technique comes with certain risks, such as haemorrhage, infections, and lesions of other organs, so it should
only be carried out by a trained and experienced veterinarian. The Clinical Skills Laboratory is a structured teaching laboratory that provides hands-on experience to veterinary medicine students in a safe, controlled environment. The laboratory focuses on developing practical competencies in various veterinary procedures. This paper presents the development of a model for performing liver biopsy in cattle and discusses the importance of the skills lab in veterinary medicine learning. This model enables students to learn how to perform a liver biopsy in cattle and the basic rules of sampling and fixation of the specimen for histopathological examination. It is accompanied by detailed work instructions and illustrations to assist the student in performing the procedure. This kind of laboratory is indispensable in veterinary medical training, as it helps students strengthen their skills and confidence, preparing them for a successful career in veterinary medicine. In addition, it allows for the execution of techniques that would not be practised on a live animal during classes.
Keywords
models; skills lab; bovine; liver biopsy
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313956
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Publication date:
9.2.2024.
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