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Abdominal ultrasound consensus statement published
The ACVR and ECVDI hope the statement will be used as a teaching tool.

ACVR and ECVDI hope the document will standardise the procedure.

A consensus statement for the standardisation of the abdominal ultrasound examination for dogs and cats has been published by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging (ECVDI).

Written by the two organisation's joint committee, the consensus statement provides an illustrated guide to the views, movie clips, and measurements that should be taken for a complete abdominal ultrasound.

It also includes illustrated images for each organ and system, tables listing images and video clips which need to acquired, and recommendations on documentation, patient preparation and equipment.

The guidelines are designed to allow for consistent image quality across the veterinary sector as well as to help with interpretation. The ACVR and ECVDI hope it will be used as a teaching tool in practices, academia, and CPD.

Dr Gabi Seiler, corresponding author of the consensus statement, said: “It was helpful to have a committee of many radiologists with different backgrounds and different work environments, from academia to private practice and teleultrasonography.

“Every comment and suggestion was discussed by the committee – even if not included because our consensus opinion differed.”

To enable as many veterinary professionals as possible to read it, the consensus statement has been made open access in the journal Veterinary Radiology & Ultrasound.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.