Why, when and how do we flush ears in practice?
14 Nov 2024
RVC Clinical Theatre 1
Dermatology
In this talk, we will discuss the various ways of flushing an ear canal and the indications for each of those ways to flush dogs’ ears. We will go through the technique of ear flushing and the tips and tricks to efficiently clean an ear as well as the reasons for failure. Communication with the owner is important for long-term success and will also outlined.
Learning Outcomes
You will learn
• when an ear needs cleaning in addition to ear medication
• which types of ear cleaning are available, their advantages and disadvantages
• how to do an ear flush under anaesthesia with evaluation of the tympanum and how to get that ear clean