Discussing liver shunts with owners can be challenging, particularly when explaining diagnosis, treatment options and surgical expectations. This client friendly handout on liver shunts in dogs and cats is designed to support veterinary teams during consultations and discharge conversations, helping owners better understand the condition and what happens next.
Download your liver shunts client handout
This printable liver shunts client handout explains the condition in clear, accessible language and can be shared directly with owners to support informed decision-making before and after treatment.
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What this liver shunts client handout explains to owners
This client friendly liver shunts in dogs and cats client handout supports discussions around:
• what liver shunts (portosystemic shunts) are
• common clinical signs to monitor at home
• medical and surgical treatment options
• expected recovery and possible complications
Designed to support consultations and discharge discussions
Liver shunts can be difficult for owners to understand at first presentation. This handout provides a clear explanation of how the condition affects liver function, when surgery may be recommended and what to expect during recovery.
It can be shared during investigations, referral conversations, surgical planning or follow-up appointments to support confident decision making and improve client understanding.
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This resource forms part of the wider VSA client handout library available through FETCH, our clinical education platform supporting veterinary teams with practical consultation tools.
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https://veterinaryspecialistadvice.com/fetch/handouts/
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