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A message to our learning community After much consideration, we’ve made the decision to close the Improve Veterinary Practice platform on 13 January 2026. Improve Veterinary Practice was built to support vets and nurses at every stage of their career, and while this chapter is ending, a new one is starting at Improve Veterinary Education. We couldn’t be more grateful for the community you’ve helped us build and hope to see you on this exciting next step. Find out more
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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

As a conclusion to this case study, we tie up some loose ends. Unfortunately we can never refer to a tortoise with mycoplasma as 'cured' as often they...

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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

As a follow on from this case, after implementing treatment, the owner presents the tortoise for a recheck three weeks after starting treatment. They ...

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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

Based on the results provided, this tortoise has tested positive for mycoplasma, a bacterial pathogen. The form of mycoplasma known to affect terrestr...

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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

Our case continues: The owner agrees to some diagnostic testing. Where would you take a blood sample from in a tortoise? Your sample is sent for h...

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RE: Reptile Case Study: Greek Spur-Thighed Tortoise

Following on from this history taking, there are certainly a few concerns with the husbandry for this patient, and it would be deemed as not appropria...

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