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Endoscopic Foreign Body Removal in Small Animal Practice

Endoscopic foreign body removal is a minimally invasive technique used to remove ingested objects from the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, and other body cavities. VetOvation’s endoscopy veterinary equipment provides an effective alternative to invasive surgery. By investing in quality equipment, small animal practices can revolutionize their veterinary procedures and offer exceptional care and services.

How Do Endoscopic Procedures Work?

Endoscopic procedures involve using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a camera attached. Veterinarians insert the endoscope into the body cavity through a small incision or natural opening (mouth or nostril). The camera projects footage of the foreign body and surrounding tissues on a monitor. Forceps or other instruments can be inserted through the endoscope to try and remove the foreign body.

Benefits of Endoscopic Procedures

Endoscopy veterinary procedures have several benefits over traditional surgery.

Minimally Invasive

Since endoscopies are minimally invasive, the animal does not have a large incision and will heal much faster. This means the animal may even be able to go home the same day without the need for hospitalization.

Lower Risk of Complications

The risks of bacterial infection, excessive bleeding, and other complications are much lower when compared to traditional surgery.

Accuracy

Endoscopies allow for precise visualization of the foreign body’s location. This makes it easier to remove the foreign body without causing damage to surrounding tissues.

Recovery Time

There is a quicker recovery time and less post-operative pain for animals, improving their overall quality of life.

Cost-Effective

The equipment can be used for multiple types of procedures, making it a smart investment in the long run.

VetOvation’s Endoscopic Equipment

VetOvation offers high-quality and reliable endoscopic equipment and other veterinary surgical supplies for small animal practices. Our flexible endoscopy system is ideal for foreign body removal and other common veterinary procedures.

Other Uses:

  • Gastroscopy
  • Rhinoscopy
  • Cystoscopy
  • Biopsies

Choose Our Endoscopy Veterinary Equipment

Small animal practices interested in purchasing endoscopy veterinary equipment should choose a reputable supplier with a proven track record of quality and reliability. With equipment from VetOvation, veterinarians can provide the best possible care for their patients by minimizing the risk of complications and ensuring a speedy recovery. To browse our various endoscopic systems and other equipment, please visit our website.

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Importance of Low Temperature Sterilization In Veterinarian Hospitals

Plasma Sterilization, otherwise known as Gas Sterilization veterinary, is a platform that provides instrument sterilization for veterinary surgical equipment. Our experts at VetOvation can’t stress the importance of proper low-temperature sterilization in a veterinary hospital enough. In addition, sterilizing equipment such as batteries, drills, vessel sealing handles, scopes, and camera heads all need proper sterilization.

What is low-temperature sterilization?

Low-temperature sterilization allows the consumer to sterilize heat-sensitive veterinary surgical equipment without damaging the device. Plasma sterilizers and ethylene oxide sterilizers utilize the low-temperature sterilization process, creating a more effective and long-term impact on surgical equipment. Therefore, when generating a low-temperature sterilization process in veterinary hospitals, plasma sterilizers, compared to ethylene oxide sterilizers, are a better alternative for low-temperature sterilization.

Purpose of Low-Temperature Sterilization

Low-temperature sterilization aims to ensure heat-sensitive surgical equipment isn’t sterilized using the classic steam sterilization process.Offering low-temperature sterilization processes, such as ethylene oxide and gas sterilization veterinary devices allow low-temperature sterilization. All veterinary surgical equipment must be thoroughly cleaned regardless of the process. Materials, including fiber optics or flexible scopes, to name a couple, should only be thoroughly cleaned through a low-temperature sterilization process.

Benefits of Plasma Sterilizers for Low-Temperature Sterilization

Plasma Sterilization and Gas Sterilization veterinary techniques are highly beneficial to incorporate into sterilizing. The ethylene oxide sterilization process also contains low-temperature sterilization but has not only a more extended sterilization period but a long cycle cost and needs external toxicity venting. Plasma sterilizers utilize hydrogen peroxide, a nontoxic chemical that doesn’t require external venting like ethylene oxide, making plasma sterilizers a more sufficient option. Plasma sterilizers have:

  • $5.00 cycle cost
  • No toxic external venting needed
  • Low-temperature sterilization
  • 7, 14, or 36 MINUTES of cycle time

VetOvation | Gas Sterilization Veterinary

Our experts at VetOvation understand the importance of low-temperature sterilization in Veterinarian hospitals and want to spread that information around. Utilizing low-temperature sterilization ensures a positive and long-term impact on expensive and necessary heat-sensitive veterinary surgical equipment. To learn more about VetOvation’s inventory of Gas Sterilization veterinary devices, visit our website or contact us today.

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How To Properly Sterilize Your Equipment After Surgery

Cleaning veterinary equipment after surgery is a critical part of ensuring the health and safety of animals. Proper cleaning can help prevent the spread of infection, and it can also help extend the longevity of expensive surgical equipment. VetOvation’s experts in gas sterilization veterinary products have outlined a step-by-step process for properly cleaning and sanitizing equipment after surgery.

How to Sterilize Surgery Equipment

To remove all bacteria and microorganisms from surgical equipment, veterinary surgeons commonly use plasma and ETO gas sterilization systems. These systems produce chemical reactions that inhibit the cellular function of harmful bacteria and parasites. Along with sterilization, following a consistent pre-cleaning and drying routine will help prevent the spread of infection in veterinary hospitals.

Surgical Equipment Sterilization Guide

1.) Disassemble All Equipment

The first step in cleaning veterinary orthopedic surgeon equipment is to disassemble it. This allows for thorough cleaning of all parts of the equipment, including the intricate, easily overlooked parts. Make sure to refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for disassembly and reassembly to avoid damaging the equipment.

2.) Pre-Clean Surgical Equipment

Before sterilizing the equipment, it’s important to pre-clean it. Remove any visible debris or organic matter, such as blood or tissue, using a detergent solution and disposable paper towels or sponges. To properly sterilize equipment, there should be no physical matter left on the surface.

3.) Rinse Equipment

After pre-cleaning, rinse the equipment thoroughly with clean water. This will remove any remaining debris or residual detergent.

4.) Sterilize All Instruments and Equipment

Use appropriate methods, such as gas sterilization veterinary systems, that are effective at killing all microorganisms. Ensure the disinfecting agent reaches all surfaces, including hard-to-reach spaces.

Consider Our Gas Sterilization Veterinary Systems

Cross-contamination and infection are two huge areas of concern in veterinary hospitals. When performing surgeries, ensure that all equipment and operating surfaces are properly sanitized to avoid harming animal patients. To explore our disinfecting products, including our gas sterilization veterinary systems, please visit our website today.

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Maximizing Efficiency in the Veterinary Operating Room with a Vessel Sealing Device

Veterinary surgery has advanced drastically since its inception. As technology improves, so does the quality of care veterinarians provide their patients. One such new technology is the vessel sealing device. This device utilizes high-frequency electrical energy to quickly, safely, and effectively seal off blood vessels in seconds. Here are some ways that vessel sealers can help maximize efficiency in a veterinary operating room.

Reduce Surgical Time

One of the biggest benefits of the VetOvation vessel sealing device is that it can significantly reduce the surgical time for procedures such as ovariohysterectomies. Instead of manually cauterizing or ligating every blood vessel one by one, a vessel sealer can do it all in one pass. This means less time in surgery, which translates into fewer risks to patients and faster healing time.

Improved Reliability

The use of a vessel sealing device also ensures greater reliability than manual techniques when it comes to sealing blood vessels. Manual techniques require more time, skill, and experience to be effective. However, vessel sealers produce consistent results every time reducing the risk of errors during surgery. Improve your device reliability in surgery with VetOvation’s extensive line of veterinary surgical equipment.

Vessel Sealers are also more efficient than manual techniques and other veterinary surgical equipment regarding blood loss during surgery. By providing a secure seal throughout the vessel, vessel sealing devices prevent oozing and breakthrough bleeding. This reduces the risk of excessive bleeding, leading to complications and prolonged recovery times.

Cost Savings

The use of a vessel sealing device saves money over traditional methods. Not only do they reduce surgical time, translating into fewer medications and instruments used, but they also reduce the need for expensive suture material. Additionally, these devices help reduce the possibility of complications during the procedure or bleeding post-procedure. All these cost savings add up to make vessel sealers an attractive option for any surgical team looking to maximize efficiency while keeping costs low.

Shop Vessel Sealing Technology with VetOvation

Using a vessel sealing device in veterinary surgery provides many advantages over traditional methods, such as reduced surgical times and improved reliability. Additionally, they offer cost savings due to reduced surgical times, fewer complications, and fewer materials used during procedures. Maximize efficiency while providing excellent care in your veterinary operating room by investing in a vessel-sealing device from VetOvation! Shop these and more on our website!

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What is Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy, and Endoscopy?

Laparoscopy, arthroscopy, and endoscopy are all minimally invasive veterinary surgery procedures. Incorporating minimally invasive techniques improves patient outcomes and offers safer surgery with better visualization. Our professionals at VetOvation have broken down what veterinary laparoscopy, endoscopy, and the arthroscopic surgical systems are. Listed below are reasons why veterinarians should incorporate these minimally invasive techniques into every veterinary office.

Endoscopy Veterinary

When using our endoscopy veterinary instruments, this technique is beneficial for biopsies and the removal of foreign objects. In addition, the endoscope can be used for diagnostic procedures. When you combine the surgical supplies consisting of graspers, forceps, snares, and extraction baskets, these are designed to create safer veterinary surgical therapeutic procedures with your endoscope. Incorporating VetOvation’s high-quality endoscopic surgical system helps for more effective surgeries and safer experiences for patients.

Veterinary Laparoscopy

Investing in VetOvation’s veterinary laparoscopy surgical system will provide veterinarians with a cost-friendly and effective way to perform minimally invasive surgery. We are creating a less invasive way to visualize the patient’s organs in the abdomen. When considering VetOvation’s laparoscopy surgical systems, our professionals offer in-hospital training on how to set up and use this surgical system to ensure confidence in veterinarians who decide to invest in it. Incorporating minimally invasive techniques ensures a quick return to normal, and a safer and more effective outcome for patients.

Veterinary Arthroscope

VetOvation’s veterinary arthroscope allows the development of minimally invasive orthopedic surgery with the quality visualization of joints. An arthroscope is a type of endoscope used to look specifically inside joints. When incorporating the veterinary arthroscope your surgical system will also include a high-definition monitor and light source to increase visibility. The increase in visualization helps provide a more precise surgery, and will also increase the potential for a safer surgery. By adopting this minimally invasive technique, veterinarians are taking a less aggressive approach using smaller instruments than traditional instruments which should also make for a faster recovery.

VetOvation | Minimally Invasive Veterinary Surgery

Our professionals at VetOvation encourage the use of minimally invasive veterinary surgery. Our endoscopy, laparoscopy, veterinary arthroscope, and high-quality veterinary surgical supplies increase patient outcomes with our minimally invasive approach of smaller incisions and advanced technology allowing for better visualization. Visit our website or contact us today to understand our story and how we can help your veterinary office become better with our systems and accessories.

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Maximizing the Benefits and Increasing the ROI of Veterinary Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgical Equipment

Purchasing a minimally invasive veterinary laparoscopy and/or endoscopy system is a significant investment that provides numerous benefits for practitioners and their clients. Proper utilization of this tool improves the quality of care and increases revenue and overall return on investment. In this article, your partners at VetOvation will provide an overview of the potential advantages of investing in a veterinary minimally invasive laparoscopy or endoscopy system, as well as considerations for its feasibility in a general practice setting.

Benefits of Partnering with VetOvation

Some potential benefits of minimally invasive veterinary surgical equipment include diagnosing and treating patients without invasive surgery, improved patient outcomes, reduced surgical risks, and potentially increased revenue. When considering the feasibility of investing in this type of equipment, practitioner experience and expertise, market demand, and potential competition should be taken into account. Overall, investing in minimally invasive endoscopy and laparoscopy equipment can be a valuable addition to any general veterinary practice.

Diagnostic Services

One way to create value for clients is by offering diagnostic veterinary laparoscopy and endoscopy services. This provides clients with a less invasive and cost-effective alternative to traditional diagnostic procedures, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, or even open surgery. In addition, an endoscopy or laparoscopy system allows for earlier detection and treatment of conditions leading to improved patient outcomes.

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Another potential benefit of minimally invasive veterinary surgical equipment is the ability to perform minimally invasive surgeries. By offering these procedures, practitioners can provide clients with a less painful and less risky alternative to traditional surgeries. This also provides cost savings to clients, as minimally invasive surgeries typically require less recuperation time and fewer complications than traditional surgeries.

The use of minimally invasive veterinary surgical equipment in a veterinarian’s practice provides value to clients outside of lap spay procedures. For example, it can diagnose and treat gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, and other conditions that require internal visualization. Additionally, it is used for biopsies and other minimally-invasive procedures, which can be less stressful for the animal and result in quicker recovery times. This leads to increased client satisfaction and potentially generates additional revenue through new clients for the practice.

VetOvation | Veterinary Laparoscopy

Purchasing these types of veterinary laparoscopy and endoscopy surgical systems gives veterinary practices the potential to create value for clients beyond the traditional lap spay procedure through the use of minimally invasive tools. By offering additional services such as diagnostic endoscopy or laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgeries, practitioners can provide clients with a wider range of options for their pets’ healthcare needs. For more information about our services and products, or for more information on the ROI for these procedures, please visit our website.

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Vessel Sealing Devices vs. Traditional Ligation: A Comparison

The use of vessel sealing devices is one of the most popular methods for closing off vessels during surgeries. But how does using a tool with energy compare to a traditional ligation? Today we’re breaking down some key differences between these two methods. Armed with this knowledge, vets can make more informed decisions when choosing veterinary surgical supplies for their practices.

What is a Vessel Sealing Device?

A vessel sealing device is a hand-held medical tool that uses high-frequency electrical energy to heat up specialized blades designed to cut, divide, or coagulate biological tissues. This tool comprises two components—the generator and the handpiece—which operate using electricity. The generator delivers radio-frequency energy to tissue captured between the jaws and divides sealed tissue with a user-actuated blade. It will effectively seal and cut vessels up to and including 7mm in diameter, as well as tissue bundles. An instant seal is formed that minimizes bleeding and other post-operative complications.

Pros

The primary benefit of vessel sealing devices is that they allow vets to perform procedures with minimal tissue trauma and blood loss. It will also provide for a faster and more efficient surgery for cases like an open spay, a neuter or soft palate resection. The vessel sealer allows the veterinary surgeon to perform more complex cases safely and efficiently such as laparoscopic spays, splenectomy, amputation, pyometra resection and mass removals.

Cons

The vessel sealing technologies all require an electric generator and a handpiece that is only good for a limited number of cases. Therefore, the cost of the device can be high on the front end. Also, the handpieces are made of plastic and cannot be sterilized in a standard autoclave. The practice must have access to a low temperature gas sterilizer to clean these devices to prepare them for their next procedure.

What is a Traditional Ligation?

Unlike operations that use vessel sealing devices, a traditional ligation is a more straightforward procedure that involves tying off the end of a blood vessel with sutures or forceps. The suture is usually made of an absorbable material such as silk or polypropylene, with forceps holding the wound together while vessel ends are tied off. Tying off is completed by looping the suture material around both ends before cinching them together.

Pros

The primary benefit of traditional ligation is that it’s done quickly and efficiently in most cases. It requires minimal equipment and is learned during residency. Traditional ligations are also less expensive than more advanced techniques, which require specialized tools and expertise.

Cons

Though more common than ablation, traditional ligation can sometimes cause tissue damage due to excessive force applied during the tying-off process. Without fusing the vessels closed, there is no guarantee that all vessels will be successfully and permanently sealed which could lead to excessive bleeding in some cases. This makes the procedure not only more dangerous but more prone to error.

Vetovation | Vessel Sealing Devices

While traditional ligation is still widely used in veterinary medicine, more advanced techniques like ablation via vessel sealing devices have been developed over recent decades. If you’re searching for vessel sealing devices, Vetovation can help! From routine reproductive procedures like spaying and neutering to more complex procedures like a splenectomy, we have a vast range of veterinary surgical supplies for your practice. To browse our full selection of veterinary devices, visit our website today.

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Invaluable Veterinary Tools for your Clinic

Veterinary clinics are the backbone of animal health and wellness, and having the right veterinary surgical supplies is essential. While many types of veterinary tools are useful, some benefit every veterinarian. In this article, the experts at VetOvation discuss three invaluable veterinary tools that every clinic should have in its arsenal.

Veterinary Orthopedic Instruments

Orthopedic instruments are imperative veterinary surgical supplies for veterinarians to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions in animals. They are also useful for a variety of procedures such as:

  • Arthroscopy
  • Joint repair
  • Fracture reduction and fixation
  • Spinal fusion
  • Limb amputation

Standard veterinary orthopedic instruments include punches, retractors, saws, and drills. From basic diagnostic imaging to complex surgeries on large animals like horses or cows, orthopedic instruments allow vets to perform delicate operations with precision and accuracy.

Veterinary Endoscope

A veterinary endoscope is an instrument used to examine the internal systems and organs in an animal using their natural orifices instead of an incision. It can be used in noses, bladders, airways or the digestive system to name just a few applications. The endoscope is a flexible tube containing a light source with a camera lens at its tip, allowing veterinarians to visualize the area without making any incisions. The use of the veterinary endoscope has revolutionized how veterinarians diagnose medical conditions in animals. It offers a non-invasive way to examine their patients’ internal organs without causing unnecessary pain or discomfort. Furthermore, endoscopes are useful during minimally invasive surgical therapeutic procedures as well. If you can visualize more, you can treat more.

Plasma Sterilization

Plasma sterilization is one of the most advanced sterilization methods available today for medical devices in animal healthcare settings. This type of sterilization uses hydrogen peroxide, providing quick yet effective results. It’s safe for sensitive materials such as plastic or rubber components commonly found on medical devices. Plasma sterilization equipment offers an efficient way to sterilize sensitive surgical instruments. It offers a safe and non-toxic sterilization process utilizing hydrogen peroxide in a fraction of the processing time of an ethylene oxide sterilizer. Sterilization can be done in 7 to 36 minutes versus 12 hours.

Shop Veterinary Surgical Supplies with VetOvation

Invaluable veterinary surgical supplies like orthopedic instruments, endoscopes, and plasma sterilizers are essential for any modern veterinary clinic looking to stay competitive in today’s marketplace. Not only do these tools help provide better diagnosis and treatment options for patients, but they keep personnel safe from potentially dangerous situations. They also offer vets greater flexibility when performing surgical procedures. To learn more about VetOvation and our products, please visit our website.

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What are the Advantages of Minimally Invasive Surgery on Pets?

There are many reasons why veterinarians should consider performing minimally invasive surgery on pets. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) involves making small incisions or using natural body openings to access the surgical site. It aims to minimize the invasiveness of surgery and reduce its impact on the body. For surgeries that require internal suturing, professionals performing MIS may choose to use enabling technology like Endostitch to speed up the procedure time and their learning curve. VetOvation offers veterinary surgical instruments to assist professionals in providing the best care for their patients.

Faster Recovery

One of the main advantages of MIS is that it causes less trauma to the body. This can lead to a faster recovery time and less pain for the animal. Due to the use of smaller incisions this surgery carries a lower risk of infection which is essential for animals with compromised immune systems or those more prone to infection. Using high-quality veterinary equipment is also essential because they are carefully crafted to minimize the risk of injury or harm to the animal.

Less Scarring

Minimally invasive surgery typically results in less scarring, which can be especially beneficial for pets that are prone to developing scar tissue. It also results in a smaller incision which is helpful in allowing pets to return to their normal activities more quickly and with less discomfort.

Why Use Endostitch During Minimal Invasive Surgery?

Endostitch can be used in conjunction with minimally invasive surgery for internal suturing that may be necessary during certain procedures. Endostitch may cause less tissue trauma and discomfort, and it can potentially help a surgeon to shorten their learning curve as well as surgery times. It is an invaluable tool in allowing the veterinarian to pick up the techniques of MIS much more quickly and safely and enable them to treat patients with shorter procedure times.

Veterinary Surgical Instruments | VetOvation

Using premium veterinary surgical instruments during minimally invasive surgery for pets is important because it ensures that the procedure is performed safely and effectively. VetOvation offers many veterinary surgical instruments that allow veterinarians to perform procedures with precision and accuracy, which is essential for the success of the surgery and the comfort and recovery of the animal. Visit our website to browse surgical instruments today.

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Improvements in Veterinary Laparoscopy

Veterinary laparoscopy is a specialized surgical technique that allows veterinarians to perform minimally invasive surgery on animals. This procedure can diagnose, treat, and manage conditions in animals such as intestinal blockages and cancer. With the recent advances in veterinary equipment, laparoscopic procedures are becoming more sophisticated and available to more veterinarians than ever before. Let’s look at how these new tools are improving animal health care.

What is Veterinary Laparoscopy?

Veterinary laparoscopy is a minimally-invasive surgical technique that involves inserting a small camera (laparoscope) through an incision in the abdomen to assess organs or look for any lesions or abnormalities. It can be used to diagnose internal diseases or to perform certain types of surgery. Compared to traditional open surgical procedures, laparoscopic surgery allows for quicker healing time and shorter hospital stays due to smaller incisions and less trauma to the surrounding tissue.

Surgical Tools for Veterinary Laparoscopy

Veterinarians now have access to specialized tools for use during laparoscopic procedures, including laparoscopic spay. These tools allow veterinarians to perform complex surgeries with greater accuracy and precision. They are long shafted instruments that are typically 5mm in diameter to allow them to be inserted through small holes in the abdomen. This allows surgeons to still have control and precision during surgery through small dime-sized holes as opposed to a large incision.

Improved Tools

In order for veterinary laparoscopy to be successful, your practice will need high-quality tools. Recent advances in technology have led to the development of new instruments and equipment that make it easier for veterinarians to perform complex procedures with precision and accuracy. For example, new types of forceps allow surgeons to grab delicate tissues without causing damage or pain; electrosurgical devices and vessel sealers help ensure that bleeding is minimized during operations, and laparoscopic biopsy needles allow surgeons to collect samples quickly and easily without damaging delicate tissues or organs. All these tools help ensure that minimally invasive surgery is safe, effective, and efficient.

Vetovation | Veterinary Laparoscopy

With recent advances in technology leading to the development of new veterinary surgical tools tailored for veterinary laparoscopy, this minimally invasive surgery is becoming more accessible than ever before while producing improved outcomes over traditional open surgery techniques. Looking for veterinary equipments? Vetovation can help! We have a comprehensive selection of equipment and instruments that every veterinarian needs. To learn more about Vetovation and to browse our veterinary surgical qupment, visit our website today.