Dr. Julian Hoad – VETIGEL<sup>®</sup> Hemostatic Gel

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Dr. Julian Hoad

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Dr. Julian Hoad
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This week we speak to Julian Hoad BSc(Hons) BVetMed MRCVS. He is the current President of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association and peripatetic small animal veterinary surgeon, based in the South of England.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Julian Hoad has been using VETIGEL® for 18 months in about a dozen procedures, including dental extractions, abdominal tumor resections, cholecystectomies, nasal biopsies, cruciate surgeries, and sialoadenectomies, showcasing its versatility across a range of surgeries. span>
  • He values VETIGEL® for its immediate hemostatic effect, ease of use, and ability to stay in place, which sets it apart from other hemostatic products.
  • In highly vascular procedures, VETIGEL® improves visualization by controlling bleeding quickly, aiding in adherence to the Tenets of Halsted and enhancing tissue viability through faster procedures.
  • He confidently recommends VETIGEL® for routine and emergency surgeries, emphasizing that regular use enhances proficiency and maximizes its benefits.

    How long have you been using VETIGEL®, and in how many procedures have you used it?

    "Fairly recently, became aware of it in the last few months, so have just used it a few times so far."

    What do you like about VETIGEL®?

    " I’ve been using VETIGEL® for about 18 months and have used it in around a dozen procedures so far."

    What do you like about VETIGEL®?

    " The fact that it works! When I’ve used it, it stops bleeding immediately. It’s easy to use, and stays in place unlike some other hemostatic products."

    Tell me about some of the procedures you’ve found benefited from the use of VETIGEL®?

    "Dental extractions, tumor resection in the abdomen, cholecystectomy, nasal mass biopsy, cruciate, and a sialoadenectomy. Have also seen it used in an enucleation."

    What else can you tell me about your use of VETIGEL®?

    " It’s great for hemostasis when doing surgery in highly vascular procedures, and it improves visualization of the surgical field. I think it’s always worth considering the Tenets of Halsted (see below), and I think it’s worth considering an additional one, be swift as this benefits tissue viability. VETIGEL contributes to the speed of procedure as well as the reduction in blood loss.

    Halsted’s Principles or ‘8th principle’ be swift – tissue viability.

    Tenets of Halsted
    · Gentle handling of tissues
    · Aseptic surgery
    · Anatomical dissection · Control Of Hemorrhage
    · Obliteration of dead space
    · Use of minimum quantity of suture material · Avoidance of suture tension
    · Immobilization "

    What other areas do you think it should be considered for?

    "I’d be interested to see how it works in thrombocytopenic animals, and those with other coagulopathies.”

    Would you recommend VETIGEL® to other veterinarians?

    "Definitely, without a moment’s hesitation. It should be in the emergency box, but also it really has a role in a range of routine surgeries. The more often you use it, the more adept you’ll become with it.”

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    Reach out to education@vetigel.com. We love hearing about your VETIGEL cases and gaining more insight on we impact your practice. 

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