Lungworm in the UK – The Role of the Veterinary Nurse

1 hour of FREE Online CPD for BVNA Members*! 

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Speaker: Jenny Helm BVMS Cert SAM Dip-ECVIM CA FHEA MRCVS.   European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine, Clinician in Veterinary Oncology

Jenny graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2005, following this she undertook a small animal rotating internship at the Royal Veterinary College, London. She then spent a short spell in small animal practice before undertaking a residency in Oncology and Internal medicine at The University of Glasgow. Jenny obtained her RCVS certificate in small animal medicine in 2008 and became a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2012. Jenny is interested in oncology (especially promoting good quality of life and haematology), as well as having an active research interest in canine lungworm.

Lecture Synopsis:

This presentation on Angiostrongylus vasorum will begin with an overview of the parasite and how it differs from other respiratory parasites commonly seen in dogs, followed by a brief discussion of its distribution and epidemiology within the UK.  Ways in which the parasite may arise during nursing consultations, will then be explored, including considerations for risk assessment and prevention strategies. The presentation will then focus on the clinical signs associated with this lungworm, highlighting the different groups of clinical signs that may aid recognition in practice. Subsequently, the role of A. vasorum in preoperative patients will be discussed. Finally, the presentation will cover diagnostic approaches, including in-house testing, treatment options, and the importance of ongoing prevention strategies.

Learning Points:

1. Understand prevention and risk assessment strategies for Angiostrongylus vasorum. 

2. Recognise the common presenting clinical signs and disease patterns associated with A. vasorum infection in practice. 

3. Understand the methods available to diagnose Angiostrongylus vasorum, including in-house testing options.