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Veterinarians face new challenges every day in treating their patients. The Postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae : Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae comprises a complete and up-to-date educational program including the latest advances in Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery in Large Animals.

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 practical application of 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 has programmed a careful selection of techniques used in the diagnosis and treatment of Lameness in Ruminants (Cattle, Sheep), Camelids (Camels, Alpacas, Llamas), Swine (Pigs, 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 diploma 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 of the faculty of this Postgraduate diploma in North America and Europe, the techniques developed have been widely contrasted and are internationally recognized. 
 

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This Postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae offers the characteristics of a program of high scientific, teaching and technological level. These are some of its most notable features:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals: Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Latest innovations in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals:  Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in  Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals:  Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
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Veterinarians must continue their training to adapt to new developments in this field” 

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 training programmed to train 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 during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative system of interactive videos made by recognized experts in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae who have vast experience in the field.  

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

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

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the field of Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae 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.  

The Postgraduate diploma in Arthroscopy, Wounds and Developmental Diseases in Large Animals Ruminants, Camelids, Swine and Equidae contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market” 

Module 1. Arthroscopy, Bursoscopy and Tenoscopy in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

1.1. Fundamentals and of the Arthroscopy Technique. Arthroscopy Instruments and Equipment

1.1.1. Start of Veterinary Arthroscopy
1.1.2. Arthroscopy Specific Material
1.1.3. Arthroscopy Technique

1.1.3.1. Patient Preparation
1.1.3.2. Insertion and Position of Instruments
1.1.3.3. Triangulation Technique
1.1.3.4. Arthroscopic Diagnosis and Techniques

1.2. Arthroscopic Indications and Technique for the the Metacarpo/Metatarsophalangeal Joint

1.2.1. Indications
1.2.2. Arthroscopic Exploration of the Dorsal Recess and Palmar/Patellar Recess
1.2.3. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Distal Dorsal Recess 

1.2.3.1. Fragmentation and Osteochondral Fragments
1.2.3.2. Use of Arthroscopy in the Treatment of Condylar Fractures and First Phalangeal Fractures
1.2.3.3. Villonodular Synovitis

1.2.4. Arthroscopic Recessopalmar/Plantar Surgery

1.2.4.1. Removal of Osteochondral Fragments

1.3. Indications and Arthroscopic Technique of the Carpus

1.3.1. Indications
1.3.2. Arthroscopic Exploration of the Antebrachiocarpal Joint (Radiocarpal)
1.3.3. Arthroscopic Examination of the Intercarpal Joint
1.3.4. Arthroscopic Surgery of Antebrachiocarpal and Intercarpal Joints

1.3.4.1. Fragmentation and Osteochondral Fragments
1.3.4.2. Ligament Lacerations
1.3.4.3. Biarticular Fractures

1.3.5. Arthroscopic Examination of the Carpal Joint in Ruminants

1.4. Arthroscopic Indications and Technique for the the Distal and Proximal Interphalangeal Joint

1.4.1. Indications
1.4.2. Arthroscopic Exploration of the Distal Interphalangeal Joint
1.4.3. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Distal Interphalangeal Joint

1.4.3.1. Removal of Osteochondral Fragments
1.4.3.2. Subchondral Cysts of the Third Phalange

1.4.4. Arthroscopic Examination of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint
1.4.5. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Proximal Interphalangeal Joint
1.4.6. Arthroscopic Examination of These Joints in Ruminants 

1.5. Arthroscopic Indications and Technique for the Tarsocrural Joint

1.5.1. Indications
1.5.2. Arthroscopic Examination of the Dorsal Recess and Palmar Recess
1.5.3. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Dorsal Recess and PalmarPatellar Recess

1.5.3.1. Osteochondritis Dissecans
1.5.3.2. Fractures
1.5.3.3. Collateral Ligament Injuries

1.5.4. Arthroscopic Examination of the Tarsocrural Joint in Ruminants

1.6. Arthroscopic Indications and Technique for the Patellofemoral Joint and Femorotibial Joints

1.6.1. Indications
1.6.2. Arthroscopic Examination of the Patellofemoral Joint
1.6.3. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Patellofemoral Joint

1.6.3.1. Osteochondritis Dissecans
1.6.3.2. Fragmentation of the Patella

1.6.4. Arthroscopic Examination of the Femorotibial Joints
1.6.5. Arthroscopic Surgery of the Femorotibial Joints

1.6.5.1. Cystic Lesions
1.6.5.2. Articular Cartilage Injuries
1.6.5.3. Fractures
1.6.5.4. Cruciate Ligament Injuries
1.6.5.5. Meniscal Injuries

1.6.6. Arthroscopic Exploration of the Patellofemoral Joint and Femorotibial Joints in Ruminants

1.7. Indications and Arthroscopic Technique of the Elbow, Scapulohumeral and Coccyxofemoral Joints

1.7.1. Indications
1.7.2. Exploration
1.7.3. Scapulohumeral Osteochondrosis
1.7.4. Fractures and Osteochondrosis Dissecans of the Elbow
1.7.5. Soft Tissue and Osteocartilaginous Lesions of the Coxofemoral Joint

1.8. Indications and Arthroscopic Technique of the Flexor Digital Sheath, Carpal and Tarsal Canal

1.8.1. Indications
1.8.2. Exploration
1.8.3. Tenoscopic Surgery

1.8.3.1. Diagnosis and Debridement of Tendon Lacerations
1.8.3.2. Demotomy of Palmar/Plantar Annular Ligament
1.8.3.3. Excision of Osteochondromas and Exostoses
1.8.3.4. Removal of the Accessory Ligament of the SDFT

1.9. Indications and Arthroscopic Technique of the Navicular, Calcaneal, and Bicipital Bursae

1.9.1. Indications
1.9.2. Examinations
1.9.3. Bursoscopic Surgery

1.9.3.1. Laceration at the Calcaneal Insertion of SDFT
1.9.3.2. Fragmentation of the Calcaneal Tuberosity
1.9.3.3. Traumatic Bicipital Bursitis
1.9.3.4. Penetrating Injuries of the Podotrochlear Bursa
1.9.3.5. Lacerations of the SDFT in the Podotrochlear Bursa

1.10. Postoperative Care, Complications and Rehabilitation Plans

1.10.1. Post-Operative Care
1.10.2. Complications Associated with Synovial Endoscopy Techniques
1.10.3. Postoperative Rehabilitation Plans

Module 2. Musculoskeletal Injuries and Infections in Large Animals; Ruminants, Swine and Equidae

2.1. Exploration and Wound Types

2.1.1. Anatomy
2.1.2. Initial Assessment, Emergency Treatment
2.1.3. Wound Classification
2.1.4. Wound Healing Process
2.1.5. Factors Influencing Wound Infection and Wound Healing
2.1.6. Primary and Secondary Intention Wound Healing
2.1.7. Particularities in Ruminants and Swine

2.2. Tissue Management, Hemostasis and Suture Techniques

2.2.1. Incision and Tissue Dissection
2.2.2. Hemostasis

2.2.2.1. Mechanical Hemostasis
2.2.2.2. Ligatures
2.2.2.3. Tourniquet
2.2.2.4. Electrocoagulation
2.2.2.5. Chemical Hemostasis

2.2.3. Tissue Management, Irrigation and Suctioning

2.3. Suturing Materials and Techniques

2.3.1. Materials Used 

2.3.1.1. Instruments 
2.3.1.2. Suture Material Selection
2.3.1.3. Needles 
2.3.1.4. Drainages 

2.3.2. Approaches to Wound Suturing
2.3.3. Suture Patterns

2.4. Acute Wound Repair 

2.4.1. Wound Treatment Medication
2.4.2. Debriding
2.4.3. Hoof Wounds 
2.4.4. Emphysema Secondary to Wounds

2.5. Repair and Management of Chronic and/or Infected Wounds

2.5.1. Particularities of Chronic and Infected Wounds 
2.5.2. Causes of Chronic Wounds
2.5.3. Management of Severely Contaminated Wounds
2.5.4. Benefits of the Laser
2.5.5. Larvotherapy
2.5.6. Cutaneous Fistulas Treatment

2.6. Management and Repair of Synovial Wounds, Joint Lavage and Physitis

2.6.1. Diagnosis
2.6.2. Treatment

2.6.2.1. Systemic and Local Antibiotic Therapy
2.6.2.2. Types of Joint Lavage
2.6.2.3. Analgesia

2.6.3. Physitis

2.6.3.1. Diagnosis
2.6.3.2. Treatment

2.6.4. Particularities in Ruminants and Swine

2.7. Bandages, Dressings, Topical Treatments and Negative Pressure Therapy

2.7.1. Types and Indications of the Different Types of Bandages and Dressings
2.7.2. Topical Treatment Types
2.7.3. Ozone Therapy
2.7.4. Negative Pressure Therapy

2.8. Tendon Lacerations Management and Repair

2.8.1. Diagnosis
2.8.2. Emergency Treatment
2.8.3. Paratendinous Laceration
2.8.4. Tenorraphy
2.8.5. Avulsion and Rupture of Tendons in Ruminants
2.8.6. Ligament Lacerations in Ruminants and Swine

2.9 Reconstructive Surgery and Skin Grafting

2.9.1. Principles and Techniques of Reconstructive Surgery
2.9.2. Principles and Techniques of Skin Grafts

2.10. Treatment of Exuberant Granulation Tissue Sarcoid Burns 

2.10.1. Causes of the Appearance of Exuberant Granulation Tissue
2.10.2. Treatment of Exuberant Granulation Tissue
2.10.3. Sarcoid Appearance in Wounds

2.10.3.1. Wound Associated Sarcoid Type
2.10.3.2. Treatment

2.10.4. Burn Treatment

Module 3. Developmental Diseases: Angular and Flexural Deformities, Osteochondrosis and Subchondral Cyst in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae 

3.1. Angular Deformities Etiopathogenesis

3.1.1. Anatomy
3.1.2. Hormonal Factors
3.1.3. Perinatal and Developmental Factors

3.2. Diagnosis and Preserved Treatment of Angular Deformities

3.2.1. Clinical and Radiography Diagnosis
3.2.2. Use of Splints, Resins and Fittings
3.2.3. Use of Shockwaves

3.3. Surgical Treatment of Angular Deformities

3.3.1. Bone Growth Stimulation Techniques
3.3.2. Bone Growth Delay Techniques
3.3.3. Corrective Ostectomy
3.3.4. Prognosis

3.4. Etiopathogenesis and Diagnosis of Flexural Deformities

3.4.1. Congenital
3.4.2. Acquired

3.5. Conservation Treatment of Flexural Deformities 

3.5.1. Physiotherapy and Exercise Control
3.5.2. Medical Treatment
3.5.3. Use of Splints and Resins

3.6. Surgical Treatment of Flexural Deformities 

3.6.1. Distal Interphalangeal Joint
3.6.2. Metacarpal/Metatarsal-Falangeal Joint
3.6.3. Carpal Joint
3.6.4. Tarsal Joint

3.7. Osteochondrosis I

3.7.1. Etiopathogenesis
3.7.2. Diagnosis
3.7.3. Location of Lesions

3.8. Osteochondrosis II

3.8.2. Treatment
3.8.3. Prognosis

3.9. Subchondral Bone Cyst I

3.9.1. Etiopathogenesis
3.9.2. Diagnosis
3.9.3. Location of Lesions

3.10. Subchondral Bone Cyst II

3.10.1. Treatment
3.10.2. Prognosis

Module 4. Preoperative Aspects in Large Animals: Ruminants, Swine and Equidae 

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

4.1.1. Surgical Risk 
4.1.2. Preoperative Patient Evaluation 

4.2. Pharmacological Management for On-Site Procedures 

4.2.1. Sedation Drugs 
4.2.2. Continuous Infusions 
4.2.3. Local Anesthetics 
4.2.4. Containment Systems, Other Considerations 
4.2.5. Selection of Procedures to be Performed On Site 

4.3. General Anesthesia

4.3.1. Inhalation General Anesthesia 
4.3.2. Intravenous General Anesthesia 

4.4. Recovery from General Anesthesia

4.4.1. Management During Recovery
4.4.2. Factors Affecting Recovery 
4.4.3. Different Techniques or Installations for Anesthetic Recovery 

4.5. General Surgical Technique 

4.5.1. General Aspects 
4.5.2. Basic Manipulation of Surgical Instruments 
4.5.3. Tissue Incision, Blunt Dissection 
4.5.4. Tissue Retraction and Handling 
4.5.5. Surgical Irrigation and Suction 

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

4.6.1. Pre-surgery Planning 
4.6.2. Surgical Attire, Preparation of Surgical Equipment: Gloves, Gowns etc
4.6.3. Preparation of the Patient and Surgical Area 

4.7. Use of Diagnostic Imaging in Orthopedic Surgery 

4.7.1. Diagnostic Imaging Techniques 
4.7.2. Diagnostic Imaging in Preparation for Surgery 
4.7.3. Use of the Intraoperation Image 

4.8. Disinfection of Material, Sterilization 

4.8.1. Cold Disinfection 
4.8.2. Packaging the Material 
4.8.3. Different Autoclaves and Sterilizing Products 

4.9. Orthopedic Surgical Instruments in Large Animals 

4.9.1. General Instruments in Orthopedics 
4.9.2. Arthroscopic Instruments 
4.9.3. Osteosynthesis Instruments 

4.10. The Operating Room for Large Animals 

4.10.1. Basic Installations 
4.10.2. Importance of the Design of the Operating Room, Asepsis 
4.10.3. Technical Specifications of the Advanced Surgical Equipment 

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