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Diagnosing and treating haemothorax in dogs and cats
Author(s) -
Allerton Fergus
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
in practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.211
H-Index - 25
eISSN - 2042-7689
pISSN - 0263-841X
DOI - 10.1136/inp.l5559
Subject(s) - medicine , cats , clinical practice , intensive care medicine , surgery , physical therapy
Background: Cases of haemothorax are seen in primary practice. Given the range of potential aetiologies, a structured approach to diagnosis is important. Aim of the article: This article reviews the causes of haemothorax and outlines the approach to diagnosing this condition in practice, as well as how to treat cases.