Dr. Micaela Vizquerra
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Reliable Haemostasis Without Pressure: Dr. Micaela Vizquerra highlights VETIGEL’s ability to control bleeding quickly and effectively without requiring pressure, allowing surgeons to work on other areas simultaneously.
- Improved Efficiency & Patient Outcomes: Using VETIGEL significantly reduced her procedure times, prevented post-surgical complications like free fluid buildup, and contributed to a smooth recovery for patients.
- Versatile & Easy to Use: She has successfully used VETIGEL in various procedures, including hepatic tumor biopsies, and appreciates its precision accessories for accessing difficult areas. She strongly recommends it to other veterinary professionals.
Quick intro about you/the team/hospital
“I’m Micaela Vizquerra, a veterinarian based in Lima, Peru. I work at various veterinary clinics, providing surgical services for dogs and cats.”
What kind of procedures are done at the hospital?
“I perform a range of procedures, including soft tissue surgeries, cryosurgery, and oncological surgeries.”
How did you learn about VETIGEL and how long have you been using it?
“I discovered VETIGEL two years ago at the New York Vet Show, and since then I’ve been using it in multiple surgeries.”
Tell me about a case when you used VETIGEL?
“I had a patient with a hepatic tumor who required a biopsy. After the biopsy, the tissue started bleeding. I quickly applied VETIGEL, and within a few minutes, the bleeding was effectively controlled. It was truly remarkable how well it worked.”
Can you describe how you applied VETIGEL for this case?
“I applied the VETIGEL solution into the biopsy hole and surrounding areas.”
How much time did VETIGEL save your team in this procedure?
“We significantly reduced the duration of the procedure. With traditional methods, we would have had to apply pressure for an extended period, which would have made it impossible to advance by evaluating other areas while haemostasis occurred.”
How did VETIGEL improve patient outcome?
“The bleeding was correctly controlled, there was no presence of free fluid in the post-surgical period or reactivity in the area evaluated by ultrasound. Saves surgical time. The patient made a complete recovery.”
What were your thoughts of using VETIGEL compared to traditional methods (pressure, sponges, foams, etc)?
“VETIGEL effectively controls blood loss within a few minutes without causing any damage to the surrounding tissue. Unlike conventional methods, VETIGEL doesn’t require pressure to generate haemostasis, which enables simultaneous work at other sites while it effectively acts. Moreover, it can be flushed once the bleeding is under control, eliminating the need to leave it in place and it offers accessories to reach difficult places.”
Would you recommend VETIGEL to others?
“Absolutely! I would highly recommend VETIGEL to any veterinarian.”
Anything you would like to share regarding your experience with VETIGEL?
“VETIGEL can be used in various surgical procedures. It’s easy to use and has a proven track record of effectiveness. With the accessories, we can access tricky areas without any issues. I’m confident that it will continue to be valuable tool in our veterinary practice.”