This education is the best option you can find to specialize in Small Animal Thoracic Cavity Surgery and make more accurate diagnoses"

The Postgraduate certificate in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals is an educational project committed to educating high-quality professionals. It is a program designed by professionals specialized in each specific field who are faced with new surgical challenges every day.

During this course, it is intended that the student will broaden his understanding of the pathophysiology of the different diseases that can occur in the thoracic cavity (including conditions of the ribs, thoracic trachea, mediastinum, pleura, bronchi, lungs, heart, thoracic esophagus, diaphragm, as well as vascular pathologies).

This Postgraduate certificate will address, in a theoretical and practical way via multimedia material, the basic aspects, clinical pathologies and surgical techniques most frequently used in each part of the thoracic cavity, starting with a base of anatomical memory, essential for the education of a good surgeon.  Advice will be provided to help the student in the performance of the surgical techniques presented in this area. 

With this educational program, the student will have developed specialized knowledge on the diagnosis and choice of the most appropriate surgical technique for each clinical case, through up-to-date information that will allow them to develop the necessary skills to successfully carry out their daily practice.

The student, after completing this Postgraduate certificate, will have sufficient knowledge to approach any surgery of the thoracic cavity. You will know from the first moment everything that a surgery entails, from the specific material and instruments for each region or surgery, anesthetics and medications used, to the most specific details that make a surgery a success. 

If you want to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity. Study this Postgraduate certificate in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals with us and increase your skills" 

This Postgraduate certificate in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Small Animal Thoracic Cavity Surgery
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• New developments in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program to update your knowledge in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals" 

It includes in its teaching staff, professionals belonging to the field of Veterinary Surgery, who pour into this education the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists of leading societies and prestigious universities.

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 professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. To do so, the professional will be assisted by an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned and experienced experts in Thoracic Cavity Surgery in Small Animals.

We have the best didactic material, which will allow you a contextual study that will facilitate your learning"

This is the best education to combine with your working life. Study where and when you want with this 100% online Postgraduate certificate"

The structure of the content has been designed by leading professionals in the Veterinary Surgery sector, 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 Science.    

We have the most complete and up-to-date academic program in the market. We strive for excellence and for you to achieve it too" 

Module 1. Thoracic Cavity Surgery

1.1. Pleural Cavity Surgery (I)

1.1.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.1.2. Pleural Effusions

1.1.2.1. Pleural Drainage Techniques

1.2. Pleural Cavity Surgery (II)

1.2.1. Clinical Pathologies

1.2.1.1. Trauma
1.2.1.2. Pneumothorax
1.2.1.3. Chylothorax

1.2.1.3.1. Thoracic Duct Ligation
1.2.1.3.2. Cisterna Chyli Ablation

1.2.1.4. Pyothorax
1.2.1.5. Hemothorax
1.2.1.6. Malignant Pleural Effusion
1.2.1.7. Benign Cysts
1.2.1.8. Neoplasty

1.3. Rib Wall Surgery

1.3.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.3.2. Clinical Pathologies

1.3.2.1. Floating Thorax
1.3.2.2. Pectus Excavatum

1.3.3. Neoplasty

1.4. Diagnostic Methods

1.4.1. Laboratory Tests
1.4.2. Imaging Tests

1.5. Thorax Surgery Approaches

1.5.1. Instruments and Material
1.5.2. Types of Thorax Approach

1.5.2.1. Intercostal Thoracotomy
1.5.2.2. Thoracotomy for Costal Resection
1.5.2.3. Median Sternotomy
1.5.2.4. Transsternal Thoracotomy
1.5.2.5. Transdiaphragmatic Thoracotomy

1.5.3. Restoration of Negative Pressure

1.6. Lung Surgery

1.6.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.6.2. Surgical Techniques

1.6.2.1. Partial Lobectomy
1.6.2.2. Total Lobectomy
1.6.2.3. Pneumonectomy

1.6.3. Clinical Pathologies

1.6.3.1. Trauma
1.6.3.2. Pulmonary Abscess
1.6.3.3. Pulmonary Torsion
1.6.3.4. Neoplasty

1.7. Heart Surgery (I)

1.7.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.7.2. Surgical Techniques

1.7.2.1. Pericardiocentesis
1.7.2.2. Partial Pericardiectomy
1.7.2.3. Partial Auriculectomy 
1.7.2.4. Pacemaker Insertion 

1.8. Heart Surgery (II)

1.8.1. Clinical Pathologies

1.8.1.1. Septal Defects
1.8.1.2. Pulmonary Stenosis
1.8.1.3. Subaortic Stenosis 
1.8.1.4. Tetralogy of Fallot  
1.8.1.5. Pericardial Effusion
1.8.1.6. Neoplasty

1.9. Vascular Anomolies and Vascular Rings

1.9.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.9.2. Clinical Pathologies

1.9.2.1. Persistent Ductus Arteriosus
1.9.2.2. Persistent Right Aortic Arch 

1.10. Thoracic Esophageal Surgery

1.10.1. Basic Principles and Anatomy
1.10.2. Surgical Techniques

1.10.2.1. Esophagotomy
1.10.2.2. Esophagectomy

1.10.3. Clinical Pathologies

1.10.3.1. Foreign Bodies
1.10.3.2. Idiopathic Megaesophagus
1.10.3.3. Neoplasty

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