Canine cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy in the Republic of Ireland: a description of three cases
ConclusionsCRGV occurs in dogs residing in the Republic of Ireland and is a differential for cases presenting with skin lesions and azotaemia. The histopathological lesions of CRGV can also affect the brain leading to neurological signs such as seizures. Owners and veterinarians should be aware that this condition can occur in dogs in Ireland. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - November 15, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
MRI signal changes and their association with intervertebral disc disease in canine vertebral endplates
ConclusionsThe presence of endplate changes should alert the observer to closely examine the disc, as intervertebral disc disease is mildly more likely to occur adjacent to these changes. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 30, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Seroprevalence of influenza D virus in selected sample groups of Irish cattle, sheep and pigs
This study suggests that IDV is widespread in Irish cattle. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 28, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Blood lactate, pH, base excess and pCO 2 as prognostic indicators in caesarean-born kids from goats with pregnancy toxaemia
This study involved 10 PT goats, in which a caesarean surgery was performed. Twenty-five kids were born after caesarean surgery of which 16 survived. A blood sample was collected from the jugular vein of the 10 goats and from the kids immediately after caesarean surgery (within 15 min). There were differences between the kids that survived and the kids that did not survive concerning the blood levels of pH (7.22 vs 7.00), base excess (− 9 vs − 18 mmol/L), pCO2 (46 vs 62 mmHg) and L-lactate (5.6 vs 16 mmol/L). Maternal ketoacidosis due to PT has a negative impact on the survival rate of the offspring. This...
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 13, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Schmallenberg virus: a systematic international literature review (2011-2019) from an Irish perspective
AbstractIn Autumn 2011, nonspecific clinical signs of pyrexia, diarrhoea, and drop in milk yield were observed in dairy cattle near the German town of Schmallenberg at the Dutch/German border. Targeted veterinary diagnostic investigations for classical endemic and emerging viruses could not identify a causal agent. Blood samples were collected from animals with clinical signs and subjected to metagenomic analysis; a novel orthobunyavirus was identified and named Schmallenberg virus (SBV). In late 2011/early 2012, an epidemic of abortions and congenital malformations in calves, lambs and goat kids, characterised by arthrogr...
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - October 8, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Detection of antibodies against hepatitis E virus in pet veterinarians and pet dogs in South Korea
AbstractHepatitis E virus (HEV) is a zoonotic pathogen commonly considered an important foodborne virus. Pet dogs are important reservoirs of zoonotic agents. In the present study, the seroprevalence of HEV in pet dogs and pet veterinarians were found to be 28.2 and 5.0%, respectively. It remains unclear whether pet veterinarians are at higher risk of HEV transmission. However, pet animals and individuals who have contact with infected animals must be continually monitored for public health concerns. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - July 21, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Identification and epidemiological analysis of Perostrongylus falciformis infestation in Irish badgers
ConclusionInfestation was widely distributed throughout the Republic of Ireland, with a trend towards higher infestation risk in western versus eastern counties. In addition males were at a higher risk of infestation than females and juveniles were at a significantly higher risk than adult badgers. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - July 8, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Comparison of T1wFLAIR and T1wTSE sequences in imaging the brain of small animals using high-field MRI
ConclusionsT1wFLAIR provides better CNR with better WM-GM and WM-CSF definition both pre- and post-contrast compared to T1wTSE albeit with a higher degree of noise; this was confirmed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Our results also suggest that T1wFLAIR is better for lesion detection and margination pre-contrast administration and sequences are relatively equivocal post-gadolinium administration although further research is required to determine the benefit that inversion recovery sequences make when investigating brain lesions in small animal MRI. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - July 5, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Tamoxifen in horses: pharmacokinetics and safety study
ConclusionsTamoxifen has moderate oral bioavailability and a large volume of distribution, with three main metabolites in horses. Additionally, oral TAM administration over a 7-day treatment period demonstrated to be clinically safe, without adverse effects on clinical, hematological or serum biochemical parameters. These data could contribute to the continued research into this drug ’s potential for the treatment of different inflammatory conditions in equine species. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - June 19, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Ivermectin treatment failure on four Irish dairy farms
This study highlights the urgent need for Irish producers to reappraise their parasite control practices. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - May 14, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Can bovine TB be eradicated from the Republic of Ireland? Could this be achieved by 2030?
ConclusionBased on current knowledge, it will not be possible to eradicate TB by 2030 with current control strategies plus national badger vaccination. Additional measures will be needed if Ireland is to eradicate TB within a reasonable time frame. Decisions made now will have long-term implications both in terms of time-to-eradication and cumulative programme costs. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - April 24, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Cervical vertebral malformations in 9 dogs: radiological findings, treatment options and outcomes
ConclusionCervical vertebral malformations are rare, or alternatively, being underdiagnosed in veterinary medicine. Patients diagnosed with Klippel-Feil-like Syndrome had a successful medium and long-term outcome with conservative management. Surgical treatment was often indicated for the other conditions presented in this study due to spinal instability and/or myelopathy. Stabilisations via ventral approaches were revealed to be safe. Multicentre and prospective studies are necessary in veterinary medicine to better characterise clinical outcomes in cervical vertebral malformations. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - April 22, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Exploring the understanding of best practice approaches to common dog behaviour problems by veterinary professionals in Ireland
ConclusionsOur findings have identified specific areas of uncertainty with regards knowledge of positive punishment-based training and the treatment of common dog behaviour problems, highlighted the demand for continuing professional education in VBM and provided further evidence of the need to develop day one competences in VBM for veterinary medicine and nursing programmes at university level. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - March 20, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Comparative study to evaluate the voluntary acceptance of two liquid oral formulations of ciclosporin in dogs
ConclusionThere was no significant difference in acceptance of the two oral ciclosporin solutions, the investigational Atopica ® oral solution (Elanco) and Cyclavance® (Virbac) for dogs. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - December 29, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Effects of midazolam on cardiovascular responses and isoflurane requirement during elective ovariohysterectomy in dogs
ConclusionNo significant effect on cardiovascular parameters could be observed with administration of midazolam, but a modest (14.3%) isoflurane-sparing effect was detected. (Source: Irish Veterinary Journal)
Source: Irish Veterinary Journal - December 17, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
