Using data to challenge belief structures and inform actions

The first paper in this issue is one of two 2017 Early Career Award Papers. In their award-winning paper Menchetti et  al. (2017) analyze caregiver responses about pain and function in dogs who are amputees. Amputation can be a life saving procedure for many dogs with osteosarcoma, but client concerns include pain, anxiety and functionality. Phantom complex is well established in humans, but difficult to evaluate in dogs. Using questions assessing an array of pain types, the patterns of exhibition of the pain and quality of life, Menchetti et al.
Source: Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Editorial Source Type: research