Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals

Veterinarians must continue their education to adapt to new developments in this field”

Veterinarians face new challenges every day in treating their patients. The Postgraduate Certificate in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals comprises a complete and up-to-date educational program including the latest advances in traumatology and orthopedic surgery in ruminants (cattle, sheep), camelids (camels, alpacas and llamas), swine (pigs, wild boars) and equidae (horses, donkeys and mules).

The theoretical and practical content has been chosen taking into account its potential practical application in daily clinical practice. Furthermore, the audiovisual material collects scientific and practical information on the essential disciplines for professional practice. 

In each topic, practical cases presented by experts in Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery in Large Animals have been developed, with the objective of the practically applying the knowledge acquired. In addition, students will participate in a self-evaluation process to improve their learning and knowledge during their practical activities.

The teaching team of the Postgraduate Certificate in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals has programmed a careful selection of techniques used in the diagnosis and treatment of ruminants (cattle, sheep), camelids (camels, alpacas, llamas), swine (pigs, wild boars) and equidae (horses, donkeys and mules), including the description of musculoskeletal surgery and rehabilitation in those species to which they are applied.

The teaching surgeons of this Postgraduate Certificate are graduates of the European or American College of Veterinary Surgeons and have extensive experience both in the university field and in private practice. In both areas, they are responsible for large animal surgery services in leading veterinary centers and most of them direct residency programs, Master's Degree programs and research projects. 

As a result of the training that the teaching staff of this Postgraduate Certificate undertook in North America and Europe, the techniques have been extensively tested and are internationally recognized.

All of these elements mentioned above make this Postgraduate Certificate a unique specialization program, exclusive and different to all the courses offered in other universities.

Do not miss the opportunity to take this Postgraduate Certificate with TECH. It's the perfect opportunity to advance in your veterinary career"

This Postgraduate Certificate in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Advanced Techniques for Cardiovascular Pathology in Large Animals: Equidae, Ruminants and Swine
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• Latest information on Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This course is the best investment you can make when choosing a refresher program to update your existing knowledge of Large Animal Veterinary Medicine"

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive learning programmed to study in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this, the professional will have the help of an innovative interactive video system made by renowned and experienced experts in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals . 

This training comes with the best didactic material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online Postgraduate Certificate will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The structure of the content has been designed by the best professionals in the field of Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals , with extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed, studied, and diagnosed, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to veterinary medicine.

This Postgraduate Certificate in Preoperative and General Aspects in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures in Large Animals contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market” 

Module 1. Preoperative Aspects in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae 

1.1. Preparation for Surgery: Decision Making, Operation Risks, Patient Considerations 

1.1.1. Surgical Risk 
1.1.2. Preoperative Patient Evaluation 

1.2. Pharmacological Management for On-Site Procedures 

1.2.1. Sedation Drugs 
1.2.2. Continuous Infusions 
1.2.3. Local Anesthetics 
1.2.4. Containment Systems, Other Considerations 
1.2.5. Selection of Procedures to be Performed On Site 

1.3. General Anesthesia 

1.3.1. Inhalation General Anesthesia 
1.3.2. Intravenous General Anesthesia 

1.4. Recovery from General Anesthesia 

1.4.1. Management During Recovery 
1.4.2. Factors Affecting Recovery 
1.4.3. Different Techniques or Installations for Anesthetic Recovery 

1.5. General Surgical Technique 

1.5.1. General Aspects 
1.5.2. Basic Manipulation of Surgical Instruments 
1.5.3. Tissue Incision, Blunt Dissection 
1.5.4. Tissue Retraction and Handling 
1.5.5. Surgical Irrigation and Suction 

1.6. Preparation of the Surgery, Personnel, Patient and Surgical Area 

1.6.1. Preoperative Planning 
1.6.2. Surgical Attire, Preparation of Surgical Equipment: Gloves, Gowns etc
1.6.3. Preparation of the Patient and Surgical Area 

1.7. Use of Diagnostic Imaging in Orthopedic Surgery 

1.7.1. Diagnostic Imaging Techniques 
1.7.2. Diagnostic Imaging in Preparation for Surgery 
1.7.3. Use of the Intraoperation Image

1.8. Disinfection of Material, Sterilization 

1.8.1. Cold Disinfection 
1.8.2. Packaging the Material 
1.8.3. Different Autoclaves and Sterilizing Products 

1.9. Orthopedic Surgical Instruments in Large Animals 

1.9.1. General Instruments in Orthopedics 
1.9.2. Arthroscopic Instruments 
1.9.3. Osteosynthesis Instruments 

1.10. The Operating Room for Large Animals 

1.10.1. Basic Installations 
1.10.2. Importance of the Design of the Operating Room, Asepsis 
1.10.3. Technical Specifications of the Advanced Surgical Equipment 

Module 2. Reparation of Fractures in Large Animals Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

2.1. Bone Metabolism and Healing 

2.1.1. Anatomy 
2.1.2. Histological Structure 
2.1.3. Bone Healing 
2.1.4. Biomechanics of the Bone 
2.1.5. Classification of Fractures 

2.2. Stabilization of Fractures in an Emergency, Decision Making and Transport 

2.2.1. Clinical Examination of a Patient With a Suspected Fracture 
2.2.2. Stabilization of a Patient With Fractures 
2.2.3. Transport of a Patient With a Fracture 
2.2.4. Stabilization of Fractures, Decision Making and Transport of Ruminants (Cattle, Sheep), Camelids (Camels, Alpacas and Llamas) and Swine (Pigs, Wild Boar) 

2.3. External Coaptation 

2.3.1. Placement of Robert Jones Bandages 
2.3.2. Placement of Acrylic Casts 
2.3.3. Splints, Bandages With Casts and Combinations 
2.3.4. Complications of Acrylic Casts 
2.3.5. Removal of Acrylic Casts 

2.4. Reducing Fractures, Management of Soft Tissue in the Approach 

2.4.1. Displacements of Fracture Strands 
2.4.2. Objectives of the Fracture Reduction 
2.4.3. Reduction Techniques 
2.4.4. Evaluation of Reduction 
2.4.5. Management of Soft Tissues 
2.4.6. Histology and Blood Supply of the Skin 
2.4.7. Physical Properties and Biomechanics of the Skin 
2.4.8. Planning the Approach 
2.4.9. Incisions 
2.4.10. Wound Closure 

2.5. Materials for Implants in Large Animals 

2.5.1. Material Properties 
2.5.2. Stainless Steel 
2.5.3. Titanium 
2.5.4. Material Fatigue 

2.6. External Fixators 

2.6.1. Transfixion Casts 
2.6.2. External Fixators 
2.6.3. External Fixators of Ruminants (Cattle, Sheep), Camelids (Camels, Alpacas and Llamas) and Swine (Pigs, Wild Boar) 

2.7. Instruments for Inserting an Implant 

2.7.1. Plate Contouring Instruments 
2.7.2. Instruments for Inserting Screws 
2.7.3. Instruments for Inserting Plates 

2.8. Implants 

2.8.1. Screws 
2.8.2. Plates 
2.8.3. Placement Techniques 
2.8.4. Functions of Each Implant 
2.8.5. Tension Band 

2.9. Bone Grafts 

2.9.1. Indications 
2.9.2. Removal Sites 
2.9.3. Complications 
2.9.4. Synthetic Bone Grafts 

2.10. Complications of Inserting an Implant 

2.10.1. Lack of Reduction 
2.10.2. Incorrect Number and Size of Implants 
2.10.3. Incorrect Position of the Implant 
2.10.4. Complications Related to the Compression Screw 
2.10.5. Complications Related to Plates 

This program will allow you to advance in your career comfortably"