Estimated reading time: 3.55 minutes As primary care veterinarians, you’re often the first line of defense in identifying and managing cardiac issues in your patients. While the CardioBird ECG provides valuable insights into the electrical activity of the heart, it’s crucial to remember that it’s just one piece of the puzzle. Integrating ECG findings with […]
Vet Spot #5: Dr. Ji-Yong Kim, Our Featured Veterinarian We are excited to introduce Dr. Ji-Yong Kim as our featured veterinarian for this issue. Dr.Kim is the head veterinarian at Mirae 24h Animal Medical Center in Bundang. After specializing in veterinary surgery at Konkuk University (Korea), he has built extensive clinical experience in both internal […]
The Atropine Response Test (ART) is a straightforward diagnostic tool used to help veterinarians differentiate between vagally-mediated bradyarrhythmias (caused by high vagal tone) and non-vagal bradyarrhythmias (caused by intrinsic heart disease). Here’s a simple breakdown of what ART is, why it matters, when to use it, and how to perform it. What is the Atropine […]
Estimated reading time: 3.57 minutes Welcome back to the CardioBird bi-weekly newsletter! This issue, we’re diving into a topic that’s fundamental to ECG interpretation: the influence of lead placement and body position. While ECGs are invaluable diagnostic tools, understanding how these factors affect the readings is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Why Does Lead […]
Vet Spot #4: Dr. Lee Ee Liang, Our Featured Veterinarian We are excited to introduce Dr. Lee Ee Liang as our featured veterinarian for this issue. Dr. Lee Ee Liang is the Practice Director of Vet Partners Veterinary Clinic, with 18 years of experience in small animal medicine and surgery. He specializes in providing top-notch […]
CardioBird considers both ECG signals and submitted clinical information during analysis and interpretation.The following guideline takes single, isolated PACs (Premature Atrial Contraction) as an example, showing how clinical recommendations vary under different clinical contexts. Scenario 1: General Health Check (Ax) When the system is marked as a general health check, and the patient has […]
Estimated reading time: 2.2 minutes Echocardiography (Echo) has become an indispensable tool in veterinary cardiology, and its popularity among veterinarians continues to grow. This non-invasive imaging modality provides detailed insights into cardiac structure and function, enabling accurate diagnosis of conditions such as valvular disease, cardiomyopathies, and congenital heart defects. With its ability to visualize […]
This is a fantastic question, and understanding the distinction between our AI-ECG and Expert-ECG reports is crucial for choosing the best option to support your diagnostic process. Both services are designed to provide you with valuable insights into your patients’ cardiac health, but they leverage different approaches to achieve that goal. To fully appreciate the […]