2015 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program

At least 5 dogs can be sampled with reusable forceps without a significant effect on tissue quality and adequacy compared to disposable biopsy forceps. This study suggests that because reusable biopsy forceps provide a financial advantage over disposable forceps, reusable forceps are adequate for at least 5 dogs. The prokinetic effects of the most commonly used antiemetics were evaluated ultrasonographically in 14 healthy dogs after a 24 hour fast using a randomized, controlled, blinded crossover design. Starting 24 h before motility evaluation, metoclopramide (0.5 mg/kg q8 h), dolasetron (1 mg/kg q24 h), maropitant (1 mg/ kg q24 h) or saline were administered subcutaneously. Cisapride (0.75 mg/kg q8 h) was given orally. Dogs were fed 1 h after they received their morning treatment. Contracted and relaxed crosssectional antral surface were measured in triplicate, and antral contractions (CF) were counted over 2 minutes before and at regular intervals for 7 h postprandially (pp). Motility index (MI) was calculated.