Seroprevalence of Hepatitis E virus infection in the Irish pig population
Conclusions
Hepatitis E virus is present in most Irish pig herds and in many animals within these herds. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - May 8, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Methylation of free-floating deoxyribonucleic acid fragments in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid of dogs with chronic bronchitis exposed to environmental tobacco smoke
Conclusion
Our results suggest that ETS exposure leads to epigenetic modifications of cellular components in BALF in dogs diagnosed with CB. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - April 29, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Magnetic resonance imaging appearance of hypertensive encephalopathy in a dog
Abstract
A 16-year-old female spayed English Staffordshire terrier was presented for evaluation of a 10-month history of intermittent myoclonic episodes, and a one weeks history of short episodes of altered mentation, ataxia and collapse. Magnetic resonance imaging identified subcortical oedema, predominately in the parietal and temporal lobes and multiple cerebral microbleeds.
Serum biochemistry, indirect blood pressure measurements and magnetic resonance imaging abnormalities were consistent with hypertensive encephalopathy secondary to chronic kidney disease. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - April 24, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Traumatic odontoid process synchondrosis fracture with atlantoaxial instability in a calf: clinical presentation and imaging findings
Abstract
A 6-week-old female Simmental calf was evaluated for acute non-ambulatory tetraparesis. Physical and laboratory examinations revealed no clinically relevant abnormalities. Neurological findings were consistent with acute, progressive and painful cervical myelopathy. Radiographs displayed a fractured odontoid process (dens axis) and vertebral step misalignment at the fracture site. A traumatic origin was suspected. Advanced diagnostic imaging was considered to allow better planning of potential surgical stabilisation and to exclude any additional lesions of the cervical vertebral column. However...
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - April 24, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Topical allogeneic platelet-rich plasma treatment for a massive cutaneous lesion induced by disseminated intravascular coagulation in a toy breed dog
Abstract
A 2-year-old intact female miniature Pinscher weighing 1.7 kg with a body condition score of 2/5 was presented for acute vomiting, lethargy for 2 days, and large petechial skin lesions on the hip region including the tail. Acute pancreatitis was diagnosed by clinical signs, strong positive cPLI test, laboratory test and ultrasound appearance. While the clinical signs associated with acute pancreatitis had improved in 3–5 days, lesion of petechial appeared on the left hip region 7 days after the presentation, with a fast progression into a necrotic tissue along the left side hip. Allogenic pla...
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - March 5, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Bacterial species isolated from cats with lower urinary tract infection and their susceptibilities to cefovecin
Conclusion
Cefovecin was found to be effective in cats with LUTI. Because cefovecin is a new antimicrobial agent in veterinary medicine, there are only few studies about urine culture of cats with LUTI. It is the first study on in vitro activity of cefovecin against bacterial isolates from cats with lower urinary infections in Istanbul, Turkey. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - February 12, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Voluntary acceptance and consumption of two oral ciclosporin formulations in dogs: two randomised, controlled studies
Conclusions
By facilitating cicloporin administration and consumption, Cyclavance® liquid formulation offers an interesting alternative to capsules that may improve dosing compliance and therefore the ability to benefit from the therapeutic effects in the long-term treatment of canine AD. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - February 12, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Disease screening profiles and colostrum management practices on 16 Irish suckler beef farms
Conclusions
The potential costs associated with the presence of animals persistently infected with BVD virus through the increased use of antibiotics; the rate of failure of passive transfer of colostral immunoglobulins and the high prevalence of liver fluke infection in these herds highlight that some Irish suckler beef farms may not be realizing their economic potential due to a range of herd health issues. The use of farm-specific herd health plans should be further encouraged on Irish suckler beef farms. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - January 16, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Myocarditis in dogs: etiology, clinical and histopathological features (11 cases: 2007–2013)
Conclusions
Although the clinical pattern in patients with myocarditis is diverse, the definitive morphological diagnosis is made based on the histopathological examination. This examination can lead to a better understanding of the pathogenesis of the disease. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first description of myocarditis combined with the presence of spore forms of Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato in the heart specimens of dogs. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - December 24, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
A survey of management practices on Irish dairy farms with emphasis on risk factors for Johne’s disease transmission
Conclusion
Many management practices associated with risk of JD transmission were commonly applied on Irish dairy farms. Larger herds were more likely to engage in high risk practices for JD transmission. Control programmes should incorporate educational tools outlining the pathogenesis and transmission of JD to highlight the risks associated with implementing certain management practices with regard to JD transmission. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - December 24, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Repetitive stress-related injury of the proximal metacarpus in a seven-year old Thoroughbred racehorse with emphasis on diagnostic analgesia of the proximopalmar metacarpus
This report describes the diagnosis and management of repetitive stress-related injury (RSRI) of the proximal metacarpus in a seven-year old Thoroughbred racehorse. Intra-articular analgesia of the middle carpal joint (MCJ) as well as perineural analgesia of the lateral palmar nerve (LPN) abolished lameness and a diagnosis of RSRI of the proximopalmar metacarpus was made after nuclear scintigraphic examination. Given the response to intra-articular analgesia, the authors undertook a cadaver study in order to better describe the relationship between the medial and lateral palmar pouches of carpo-metacarpal joint (CMCJ), the...
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - December 1, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
A mixed population of Helicobacter pylori, Helicobacter bizzozeronii and “ Helicobacter heilmannii ” in the gastric mucosa of a domestic cat
Conclusions
The spayed female under study could represent either a yet un-described population of domestic cats infected with H. pylori or a case of anthroponosis. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - November 19, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Herd diagnosis of low pathogen diarrhoea in growing pigs – a pilot study
Conclusions
The pilot study suggests criteria for herd diagnosis of low pathogen diarrhoea in growing pigs. The suggested criteria should now be evaluated, and the effect of terminating antibiotic batch medication in herds identified as suffering from low pathogen diarrhoea should be explored. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - November 1, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
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Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 18, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Fluctuations of serum cortisol, insulin and non-esterified fatty acid concentrations in growing ewes over the year
Conclusions
Monthly fluctuations of cortisol, insulin and NEFA were measured in all observed sheep breeds, but between-breed differences in monthly values of examined parameters were insignificant. Significantly increased serum cortisol levels were found in autumn for all breeds and were probably associated with the onset of puberty and low environmental temperature. A gradual increase of insulin level in the examined ewes was in parallel with their growth. Significantly higher NEFA values in spring suggest qualitatively insufficient feed supply during that period. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 18, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
