2020
Veterinary Clinic
Department of Epizootiology and Clinic of Infectious Diseases
The Infectious Diseases Clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious and contagious diseases in companion animals. Our services are conducted by board-certified specialists in canine and feline diseases. We offer comprehensive diagnostics and treatments for bacterial, viral, parasitic, and other infectious diseases.
Diagnostic and Treatment Services:
- Clinical examinations supplemented by advanced diagnostic tests.
- In-house laboratory tests including hematology, biochemistry, bacteriology, molecular biology, and mass spectrometry.
- Extensive research on vector-borne diseases, making us a leading center for transmissible diseases in Poland.
- Preventive measures, including vaccinations against mandatory diseases (e.g., rabies), recommended diseases (e.g., parvovirus, distemper, infectious hepatitis, canine tracheobronchitis, panleukopenia, herpesvirus, calicivirus), and additional diseases (e.g., leptospirosis, borreliosis, chlamydiosis, feline leukemia, dermatophycosis).
- Custom preventive care based on individual patient needs, history, living conditions, and current epidemiological situation.
- Rabies observation for animals, both stationary and non-stationary.
Our Endoscopy Clinic offers a wide range of diagnostic procedures to evaluate the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urogenital systems of companion animals, including dogs, cats, horses, and small mammals. We provide diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic services and are equipped to handle immediate issues such as foreign bodies.
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services:
- Comprehensive endoscopic examinations and biopsies for histopathological and microbiological analysis.
- Therapeutic procedures including polyp removal and internal structure dilation.
- Specialized endoscopic services for exotic animals (e.g., chameleons) and small patients’ urogenital systems.
- All procedures are performed under general anesthesia, requiring pre-procedure assessment, including recent blood tests, cardiological exams, and preparatory guidelines from our veterinarians.
- Endoscopic procedures are preceded by imaging studies such as X-rays and ultrasounds.
Our Hemodialysis Clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including the Fresenius MultiFiltrate continuous renal replacement therapy machine. We provide advanced diagnostics and treatment for acute and chronic renal conditions.
Services Offered:
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic kidney and urinary tract diseases.
- Management of renal failure resulting from toxicities, including hemodialysis and plasmapheresis.
- Treatment of systemic infections (sepsis), water-electrolyte imbalances (e.g., hyperkalemia), and cardiovascular complications (e.g., pulmonary edema, pericarditis).
- Comprehensive diagnostics for renal diseases.
Our Emergency Clinic operates 24/7 to handle life-threatening situations, including accidents, bites, respiratory and cardiac disturbances, and active hemorrhages.
Emergency Services Include:
- Advanced resuscitation equipment for respiratory and cardiac emergencies.
- Oxygen therapy, continuous monitoring of vital signs, and essential life-saving surgical interventions.
- Access to in-house hematology, biochemistry labs, X-ray, and rapid AFAST-TFAST ultrasound exams.
- Immediate health assessment, stabilization of vital functions, and decision-making regarding prognosis and treatment options.
Our clinic addresses heart diseases and transmissible diseases affecting pets of all ages. We offer specialized cardiology and transmissible disease services to improve health outcomes for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, and hamsters.
Cardiology and Transmissible Disease Services:
- Diagnostic cardiology including ECG, echocardiography, and Holter monitoring.
- Specialized testing for transmissible diseases such as babesia, bartonella, borrelia, anaplasma, and ehrlichia (PCR, mass spectrometry).
- Emphasis on early detection and management of cardiovascular complications associated with infectious diseases.
- Regular cardiology check-ups as part of preventive care, including vaccination and deworming.
The Small Mammal Unit provides specialized care for rabbits, rodents, hedgehogs, ferrets, and other small companion animals. We also collaborate with wildlife rehabilitation centers to assist wild small mammals.
Services Include:
- Preventive care and treatment for domestic small mammals.
- Additional diagnostic services, including blood tests and endoscopy.
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Guidance for owners to prepare for veterinary visits
A visit to the veterinary clinic can be stressful not only for your pet but also for you as the owner. In the rush of the moment, you might forget what you wanted to ask, confuse the timing of symptoms, or forget previous treatments. To ensure that your time and resources are well spent and that your pet receives professional care, consider these simple guidelines:
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Prepare for Your Consultation: Small mammals cannot be examined as thoroughly as larger animals like dogs or cats due to their size. The information you provide during the consultation is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Specifically, remember to note:
- What symptoms have caught your attention?
- When did they first appear?
- Has your pet experienced similar symptoms before?
- If so, what was the previous diagnosis and treatment?
- Describe any changes in appetite, thirst, bowel movements, and urination.
- Provide a general overview of your pet’s condition at home.
- Recall any recent stressors (e.g., travel, renovation), new household members (people or animals), changes in diet, bedding, or cage.
- Suggest any possible causes for your pet’s current condition (e.g., new foods, play with children, ingestion of plants, falls, overheating, fighting).
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Prepare Previous Medical History: Bring records of any past visits and test results if your pet has been treated elsewhere. As a pet owner, you have the right to access your pet’s medical history.
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Be Honest: Your veterinarian is not there to judge you based on your involvement in your pet’s welfare (unless there are significant issues). Accurate information about the onset of symptoms and any self-administered treatments is crucial. An experienced veterinarian can usually tell if you’re not providing the full truth, which could lead to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment.
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Ask Questions: Your veterinarian should communicate findings in a way that is clear and understandable. Effective communication between you and the veterinarian is essential for successful treatment.
Tip: Consider preparing a brief note before your visit to ensure you cover all necessary points.
We hope for as few visits as possible for serious health issues.
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University of Life Sciences in Lublin
13 Akademicka Street, 20-950 Lublin
VATIN 712 010 37 75
REGON no. 000001896
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