Decompressive Spinal Surgery (2 Days Wet Lab) covering mini hemilaminectomy, hemilaminectomy and ventral slot

Decompressive spinal surgery

This course is suitable for vets already experienced in basic and orthopaedic surgery (advanced practitioners, interns and residents, specialists) with an interest in developing skills and knowledge for the management of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs.

Decompressive Spinal Surgery (2 Days Wet Lab) covering mini hemilaminectomy, hemilaminectomy and ventral slot.

The course will cover:

· Pathophysiology of IVDD and differential diagnoses

· Diagnostic imaging (including myelography, CT and MRI) and case selection

· Surgical approach and technique – thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy (day 1), cervical ventral slot (day 2)

· Trouble shooting / complications

· Aftercare / patient management.

Day One Agenda

Subject to amendments

Morning Refreshments

Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy: Pathophysiology of Disc Disease and Case Selection (Didactic – Jeremy Rose)

Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy: Surgical Technique and Fenestration (Didactic – Jeremy Rose)

Refreshment Break

Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy: Troubleshooting and Post-operative Care (Didactic – Jeremy Rose)

Lunch & Refreshment Break

Wet Lab Sessions

Practical Session 1: Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy – Approach to the Thoracolumbar Spine, Identification of Local Anatomy, and Surgical Site Localisation (Wet Lab Practical – Jeremy Rose)

Practical Session 2: Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy – Performing the Hemilaminectomy (Wet Lab Practical – Jeremy Rose)

Practical Session 3: Thoracolumbar Hemilaminectomy – Performing Fenestration (Wet Lab Practical – Jeremy Rose)

Refreshments Available Throughout Wet Lab Sessions

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Day Two Agenda

Registration & Welcome

Ventral Slot Surgery: Background and Case Selection (Didactic – Jeremy Rose)

Ventral Slot Surgery: Technique and Instrumentation (Didactic – Colin Driver)

Refreshment Break

Ventral Slot Surgery: Risks, Complications and Troubleshooting (Didactic – Colin Driver)

Lunch & Refreshment Break

Wet Lab Sessions

Practical Session 1: Ventral Slot – Approach to the Ventral Cervical Spine, Identification of Local Anatomy, and Surgical Site Localisation (Wet Lab Practical – Colin Driver)

Practical Session 2: Ventral Slot – Performing the Ventral Slot Procedure (Wet Lab Practical – Colin Driver)

Refreshments Available Throughout Wet Lab Sessions

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FAQ:

Preferred Payment Method:

Our preferred payment method is for us to invoice your practice directly, to book on, email robyn.lowe@fusionimplants.com

Instalments: Can I pay in instalments?

Yes! At Fusion we are pleased to offer instalments for select courses. We want to make it manageable for you to invest in your professional development. For more information regarding our instalments, please email robyn.lowe@fusionimplants.com

Do you have discounts?

We run a variety of discounts including Early Bird (book by 31/12/26), Group, Multi-Course and Loyalty discount. Email robyn.lowe@fusionimplants.com to discuss.

Cancellations: If you need to transfer or change your registration to another workshop, an administration fee of £50 applies. Cancellations made within 45 days of the workshop start date will incur a fee equal to 50% of the course investment. Please note that cancellations made within 7 days of the course commencement are non-refundable.

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