How to: Pericardiocentesis (LVS25)

Pericardial effusions: half of dogs have a tumour, and half may get better after drainage without any further tests or treatment. How can we perform a safe and effective pericardiocentesis in dogs, and frame this complex communication problem to owners in a relatable way? Join us to find out!

• 1. Identify pericardial effusions that require urgent pericardiocentesis
• 2. Perform a safe and effective pericardiocentesis in dogs
• 3. Understand what further testing may be helpful to support dogs and their owners post-pericardiocentsis

Speakers

Kieran Borgeat, BSc BVSc MVetMed CertVC FHEA FRCVS DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA, Cardiology Consultant - Bristol Vet Specialists

Presented at LVS 2025

Friday, 21 November 2025, 09:55-10:20, CVS Learning Live