Understanding Perineal Hernia Recurrence in Dogs: Risks, Challenges, and Solutions

Send us Fan MailDiscover the hidden complexities behind perineal hernia recurrence in dogs as we chat with Dr. Mandy Wallace and Abigail Hatch. Mandy and Abigail provide fascinating insights into the risks associated with hernia development and the challenges of fecal incontinence. Mandy and Abigail emphasize the crucial need for pet owner education. Their discussion offers a deep dive into the nuances of soft tissue surgery, contrasting it with the generally healthier cases found in orthopedic surgery, while sharing personal journeys that led them to this specialized field.Our conversation also touches on the evolution of veterinary record-keeping, highlighting the shift from paper to electronic systems and how this impacts data collection for retrospective studies. Mandy and Abigail offer their perspectives on improving these practices, guided by their own experiences with scientific writing and mentorship. This episode promises a blend of serious insights and light-hearted moments with two passionate professionals in the veterinary world.JAVMA article: https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.24.07.0487INTERESTED IN SUBMITTING YOUR MANUSCRIPT TO JAVMA ®  OR AJVR ® ?JAVMA ® : https://avma.org/JAVMAAuthorsAJVR ® : https://avma.org/AJVRAuthorsFOLLOW US:JAVMA ® :Facebook: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association - JAVMA | FacebookInstagram: JAVMA (@avma_javma) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: JAVMA (@AVMAJAVMA) / Twitter AJVR ® : Facebook: American Journal of Veterinary Research - AJVR | FacebookInstagram: AJVR (@ajvroa) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: AJVR (@AJVROA) / TwitterJAVMA ®  and AJVR ®  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/avma-journals