Radiographic Analysis of the Beef Cattle Digits Slaughtered after 114 Days of Confinement.

Foot disorders are responsible for up to 5% of confinement losses. Identifying the cause of lameness and applying the correct treatment are crucial measures. The possibility of determining the probable origins of digital lesions, their extension, and assistance in cases in which it was not possible to reach a definitive clinical diagnosis demonstrates that the radiographic evaluation provides information of great importance on cattle digits. Thus, this study aimed to investigate possible radiographic changes in the hoof, bone structures, and soft tissues of the digits of Nelore bulls at the end of the confinement period. Regarding the main signs, 100% (n = 24) showed proliferation of enthesophytes and osteophytes and irregular contours, 62.5% (n = 15) enlargement of vascular channels, 37.5% (n = 9) osteolysis, 33.4% (n = 8) gas content in the white line region, 20.84% (n = 5) gas content in the dorsal lamina region, and 4.16% (n = 1) presented palisade periosteal reaction. Ten (41.7%) out of 24 (100%) animals evaluated at the end of the confinement presented lameness, three animals of score three, four animals of score two, and three animals of score one. The higher the score indicating the severity of the signs observed in the visual assessment of the radiographs, the higher the internal angle values (moderate correlation of 0.5 and p < 0.05). A higher prevalence of osteo-proliferative radiographic changes was identified at the end of the 114-day confinement period in the third phalanx of Nellore cattle even in animals that had no lameness.

Morphological and radiological study of the shoulder and elbow joints of the giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla).

The giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) has specialized thoracic limbs to forage by breaking the walls of anthills and termite mounds. They also play critical roles in defense posture and locomotion. This study aimed to provide a morphological and radiographic description of the shoulder joint and elbow joint of the giant anteater. Both joints of 13 tamanduas were assessed by morphological dissections and histological evaluation and radiographies without and with positive contrast. The radiographic projections selected to this study were the mediolateral and craniocaudal projections. The radiographic and anatomical findings were compared with the following results: the shoulder joint had a continuous joint capsule with the tendon sheaths of the short head and long head of the biceps brachii muscle, which could be visualized with an injection of 3 ml of intra-articular contrast. The shoulder joint arthrography was performed with the needle positioned cranially to the joint for contrast injection. The elbow joint presented three articular compartments, and the insertion of the joint capsule was proximal to the radial fossa and distal to the radial tuberosity in the radial notch of the ulna, which were possible to identify with 2 ml of intra-articular contrast. The elbow joint arthrography was performed with the needle positioned laterally to the joint for contrast injection. Moreover, the joint capsule presented a caudomedial distention and fat pads. The powerful muscles of the forelimb play a fundamental role in maintaining the shoulder joint and elbow joint stability due to bony adaptations and the absence of usual ligaments. The morphological and radiological study provided relevant information on the soft-tissue characteristics of shoulder and elbow joints, which may aid clinical-surgical and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Hepatic ultrasonography in three breeds of healthy calves: Nellore, Curraleiro Pe-duro and Pantaneiro.

An ultrasonography was performed in 21 healthy male calves of Nellore (n = 8), Curraleiro Pe-duro (n = 7) and Pantaneiro (n = 6) breeds, between 8 and 12 months, with the objective to display information about size, position and ultrasonographic parenchymal patterns of the liver, in addition to the topography of the gallbladder, right kidney and major vessels. The measurements used were dorsal margin distance (DMD) and ventral margin distance (VMD) of the liver, viewable extension (VE) of the liver, the caudal vena cava (CVC), width (CVCW) and depth (CVCD) and the portal vein (PV), width (PVW) and depth (PVD). The measures DMD, VMD and VE were similar, and the organ's longest visible extension was in 11th ICS. CVC was more frequently observed in the 11th and 10th ICS, despite being visible from the 12th to the 9th ICS in Nellore and still 8th ICS in Curraleiro Pe-duro and Pantaneiro. CVCD was lower in the 10th and 9th ICS in Nellore. The PV presented higher observation frequency in the 10th ICS. The measures PVD and PVW were higher in Nellore in the 11th, 10th and 9th ICS. To our knowledge, this report is the first to document ultrasonographic findings in three healthy calves. Considering the three breeds, the results show no differences in the ultrasonographic features as regard to the measurements and visualization of the position, size and vasculature of the liver and there was no additional information about the topography of the gallbladder and the right kidney.

Ocular echobiometry and head measurements in Jersey cattle from different age groups.

A longitudinal study was conducted to identify the morphological development of eyes and head of Jersey cattle at different ages. A total of 48 healthy Jersey cattle, 1 to 58 months of age, were included in the study. Ophthalmologic examinations were performed to identify healthy cattle to form the age groups: GI (1- to 11-month-old), GII (16- to 24-month-old) and GIII (25- to 58-month-old). The animals were physically restrained and examined by transcorneal ultrasound of both eyes; the axial length (AxL), corneal thickness (CO), lenticular thickness (L), depth of the anterior (AC) and vitreous (VC) chambers were evaluated. The cranial measurements obtained included the total, cranial, and nasal lengths and widths. Subsequently, the cephalic index (CI) was calculated. The AxL (GI: 2.83 cm; GII: 3.16 cm; GIII: 3.24 cm), AC (GI: 0.44 cm; GII: 0.53 cm; GIII: 0.53 cm), L (GI: 0.88 cm; GII: 1.01 cm; GIII: 1.04 cm) and VC (GI: 1.44 cm; GII: 1.55 cm; GIII: 1.59 cm) increased (p ≤ .001) according to age, but the CO (GI: 0.07 cm; GII: 0.08 cm; GIII: 0.08 cm) (p > .05) did not. The total length (GI: 30.83 cm; GII: 43.29 cm; GIII: 44.15 cm), cranial length (GI: 18.11 cm; GII: 23.82 cm; GIII: 22.69 cm), nasal length (GI: 12.72 cm; GII: 19.47 cm; GIII: 21.46 cm) and nasal width (GI: 26.22 cm; GII: 33.82 cm; GIII: 34.00 cm) increased (p < .001), and the CI (GI: 85.66 cm; GII: 78.15 cm; GIII: 77.02 cm) decreased (p < .001). The AxL correlated positively (p < .001) with the cranial length and width and negatively with the CI (p > .05). The ocular biometry of Jersey cattle correlates with their cranial measurements at different ages. With increasing age, the eyes and the head grow, establishing growth curves similar to those of other mammals.

Mineral composition and microstructure of the abaxial hoof wall in dairy heifers after biotin supplementation.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of daily biotin supplementation on the mineral composition and microstructure of the abaxial hoof wall in dairy heifers. The heifers were housed on a concrete floor and fed for weight gain more than 800 g per day, which is a challenging environment for the hoof. Twelve crossbred dairy heifers (Jersey × Holstein) were divided into two treatment groups. Animals in the control group (n = 6) received a diet without supplemental biotin, while the heifers in the biotin-supplemented feed group (n = 6) each received 20 mg of biotin daily for 120 days. Samples of the abaxial hoof wall were collected from the outer claw of the fore and hind limb, before and after supplementation. The samples were evaluated by X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, computed microtomography, atomic force microscopy and confocal laser scanning microscopy. Biotin supplementation increased the sulphur content and decreased the calcium and potassium content in the abaxial hoof wall. Biotin treatment also increased the percentage of horn tubules with smaller diameter marrow (17-51 µm). However, biotin did not influence the surface relief of the hoof wall, suggesting that its action is limited to the inner layers of the stratum corneum. Daily supplementation with 20 mg of biotin promoted changes in the mineral composition and microstructure of abaxial hoof wall of crossbred dairy heifers. These findings suggest biotin supplementation improves hoof quality and may help to understand the function of biotin in the stratum corneum.

B-Mode and Doppler Ultrasonography in a Murine Model of Ehrlich Solid Carcinoma With Different Growth Patterns.

Ehrlich solid carcinoma (ESC) is one of the tumor models used in cancer research. Although it is widely used, it has no ultrasonographic descriptions. In this study, serial B-mode and Doppler ultrasonographic examinations were performed for 23 days for ESCs inoculated into 18 Swiss albino mice. The growth patterns were analyzed, and on the basis of their growth curve, the tumors were classified into two groups: fast growth (FG) and slow growth (SG). Ultrasonographic characteristics of the tumor's capsule, margins, echogenicity, echotexture, vascular index (VI), distribution of vascular flow, and Doppler indices such as the resistive index, pulsatility index, and peak systolic velocity (SV) were analyzed and compared between the two groups. A high VI and earlier blood flow were noted in the FG group (p<0.05). Additionally, SV was higher in the FG group than in the SG group (13.28 ± 0.38 cm/s vs. 8.43 ± 0.26 cm/s). In contrast, a change in echogenicity and flow distribution patterns were observed, especially in FG tumors. Therefore, ESC presented with few ultrasonographic differences between FG and SG tumors, especially vascularization during the initial stages of tumor growth.

Male and female cats have different regional body compositions and energy requirements for weight loss and weight maintenance.

Body composition and energy requirements are different between males and females in several species, and both interfere with weight loss. The aim of this study was to compare the total and regional body composition and energy requirements in obese male (n = 8) and female (n = 8) cats, during weight loss and weight maintenance over 17 subsequent weeks after regimen. The total and regional (thoracic and pelvic limbs, and trunk) body composition was assessed by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Females exhibited a higher fat mass (FM) than males (p < 0.05), and the trunk was the site with greater fat accumulation regardless of gender. A 23.0 ± 2.8% reduction in body weight was followed by a 50.3 ± 9.4% and a 37.0 ± 8.9% reduction in fat in the trunk region in males and females respectively. Lean mass (LM) mobilization was also increased in the trunk (p < 0.05), and the loss of LM was associated with a reduction in bone mass. The energy intake to achieve the same rate of weight loss was 12.9 ± 3.4% higher in males (p < 0.05). The cats exhibited a gradual increase in energy requirements to maintain their body weight after weight loss (p < 0.05). It was concluded that obese cats mainly accumulate fat in the trunk. The reduction in lean mass after the regimen also occurred in the trunk, with no modifications in the skeletal muscle mass of the limbs. Neutered male cats have higher energy requirements than neutered females, and gender should be considered during obesity management in cats.

Risk factors associated with feline urolithiasis.

Urinary tract diseases are among the main reasons for consultation in veterinary clinics and hospitals. It affects animals of any age, breed and gender. Among the diseases that affect this system, urolithiasis is the second largest cause of clinical signs compatible with feline urinary tract disease. The term urolithiasis refers to the presence of uroliths in any region of the urinary tract, but it is more commonly seen in the bladder and urethra. Uroliths are classified based on the type of mineral present in their composition, therefore, quantitative and qualitative analyzes are important for a better therapeutic approach. The animals may suffer from the disease and be asymptomatic, or show nonspecific clinical signs, making the diagnosis difficult. The disease should not be seen as a single problem, but as a consequence of various disorders. As dietary, metabolic, genetic and infectious causes, as well as factors that potentiate the chance of development of uroliths such as breed, age, sex, age range, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, geographic region and climate. Thus, the knowledge of the factors that influence the formation of uroliths, as well as the understanding of the pathophysiology, are key elements for better alternatives of therapy and prevention. The recognition of these factors helps to identify susceptible populations, minimizing exposure and increasing the protection factors, which facilitates the diagnosis and treatment of patients with urolithiasis. The objective of this paper is to present the main risk factors involved in the formation of urinary lithiasis in felines.

Sedative and cardiorespiratory effects of detomidine constant rate infusion in sheep.

The use of sheep in experiments is widespread and is increasing worldwide, and so is the need to develop species-specific anaesthetic techniques to ensure animal safety. Previous studies have mentioned several protocols involving the administration of alpha-2 adrenergic agonists in sheep; however, assessment of the efficacy and safety of these infusion techniques is still relatively new. Thus, the aim of the present study is to assess the effectiveness of detomidine constant rate infusion (CRI) in sheep by measuring the cardiovascular and respiratory parameters, blood gas variables and sedation scores. Eight adult female Santa Inês sheep received 20 µg/kg of detomidine hydrochloride intravenously as a bolus loading dose, followed by an infusion rate of 60 µg/kg/h. The heart rates and respiratory rates changed continuously during the CRI period. No arrhythmias were observed. The reduction in arterial partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2) was not significant, but one animal showed signs of hypoxaemia (minimum PaO2 of 66.9 mmHg). The arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2) increased, but the animals did not become hypercapnic. The bicarbonate (HCO3-), pH and base excess (BE) tended towards metabolic alkalosis. The cardiac output (CO), stroke volume (SV), cardiac index (CI) and ejection fraction (EF%) showed no significant changes. The fractional shortening (FS%) decreased slightly, starting at T45min. Sedation scores varied between 3 (0/10) after sedation and during recovery and 7 (0/10) during CRI. We concluded that administering detomidine at an infusion rate of 60 µg/kg/h in Santa Inês sheep is a simple technique that produces satisfactory sedation for minimally invasive procedures.

B-mode and Doppler ultrasound of chronic kidney disease in dogs and cats.

Ultrasound is the imaging test of choice for renal evaluation, because it provides information about the position, size, shape, internal architecture and hemodynamics of the kidneys without harming the patient. In chronic kidney disease, the main findings observed in B-mode ultrasound images are increased cortical echogenicity, loss of corticomedullary differentiation, reduced renal volume and irregular renal contour, and when these changes are associated, they are indicative of end-stage renal disease. However, the cause of kidney disease cannot be determined by ultrasonography, but must be confirmed by means of biopsy, although the presence of ultrasonographic changes indicative of the end-stage of the disease may contraindicate this procedure. The Doppler ultrasound test complements the ultrasonic B-mode examination and enables the assessment of renal perfusion based on a calculation of the hemodynamic indices, which are increased in cases of chronic kidney lesions, with higher values ​​in the most severe cases. Thus, ultrasound examinations are not only useful in diagnostics but also play an important role in defining the prognosis of patients with chronic kidney disease.

Suplementação com imunoestimulante em cadelas com neoplasia mamária maligna: aspectos hematológicos e bioquímicos / Immunostimulant supplementation for bitches with malignant mammary tumor: hematological and biochemical aspects

Os alimentos funcionais têm sido empregados como adjuvantes no tratamento do câncer de mama. Neste estudo avaliaram-se as respostas hematológicas e bioquímicas clínicas à ação de um alimento funcional administrado a cadelas com diagnóstico de neoplasia mamária maligna. Após a mastectomia, 16 cadelas foram divididas em dois grupos: suplementadas (S) e não suplementadas (NS) com um composto comercial contendo Saccharomyces cerevisiae, mananoligossacarídeos e nutracêuticos. Ambos grupos receberam tratamento quimioterápico com doxorrubicina e carboplatina, alternadamente, em intervalos de 21 dias, por oito sessões, totalizando 168 dias de tratamento. As avaliações clínicas e laboratoriais foram realizadas nos momentos de aplicação do tratamento. Os resultados dos perfis hematológico (hemograma, leucograma e plaquetograma) e bioquímico sérico (ureia, creatinina, albumina, bilirrubina total e direta, alanina aminotransferase, fosfatase alcalina e gama glutamiltransferase - GGT) foram analisados pelo teste de Kruskall Wallis. No grupo S comprovou-se elevação do peso corporal e não foram observados transtornos gastrointestinais ou outros sinais de alteração clínica ao longo do tratamento. Diferentemente no grupo NS, ocorreu perda de peso e alterações clínicas, como diarreia e vômito. No quadro hematológico, constatou-se leucopenia por linfopenia no grupo de cadelas NS e preservação do valores dentro dos parâmetros considerados normais para a espécie no grupo S. Dentre todas as variáveis da bioquímica clínica, constatou-se apenas a elevação da atividade sérica da GGT nos animais do grupo NS, sem alterações no grupo S. Conclui-se que cadelas com neoplasia mamária quando suplementadas com com alimento funcional imunoestimulante apresentam melhor condição clínica, hematológica e dos níveis bioquímicos, particularmente da GGT.(AU)

Functional foods have been used as adjuvant for breast cancer treatment of bitches. The aim of the present study was to evaluate hematological and clinical biochemistry response in female dogs diagnosed with malignant mammary tumors and supplemented with functional food. After the mastectomy, 16 bitches were divided into two groups: supplemented (S) and none supplemented (NS) with a commercial product of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, mannanoligosaccharides and nutraceuticals. Chemotherapy with doxorubicin and carboplatin was performed alternately at intervals of 21 days for eight sessions during 168 days of treatment. Clinical and laboratorial assessments was made at the treatment moments. The results of the hemogram (erythrogram, leukogram and platelet count) and serum biochemistry (urea, creatinine, albumin, total and direct bilirubin, alanine aminotransferase, alkaline phosphatase and gamma glutamyltransferase - GGT) were analyzed by Kruskal Wallis test. In the S group, increase body weight was observed, but gastrointestinal disorders or other clinical disorders were not detected over the treatment. In the NS group, loss of weight and clinical disorders were observed. All hematology parameters were normal in the S group; however, leukopenia and lymphopenia were detected in the bitches of the NS group. Among all the clinical biochemistry parameters tested, only serum GGT was increased in the NS group, with no changes in the S group. In conclusion, female dogs with mammary tumor supplemented with immunostimulant functional food have better clinical condition, they demonstrate normal levels of hematological and biochemical exams, particularly GGT.(AU)

Ocular perfusion pressure and color Doppler imaging of the external ophthalmic artery of rabbits treated with sildenafil citrate.

BACKGROUND: It has been proposed that sildenafil citrate can increase ocular blood flow, and that this property can be used to treat ocular disorders that involve reflex vasoconstriction. This study therefore proposes to ascertain the vasodilator effect of the drug on retrobulbar circulation in healthy rabbits. For this matter rabbits treated with sildenafil citrate or saline solution had their intraocular pressure (IOP), mean arterial pressure (MAP), ocular perfusion pressure (OPP) and color Doppler imaging of the external ophthalmic artery measured prior to treatment and on days one (moment M1), seven (when M2), fourteen (moment M3), twenty-one (moment M4), and thirty (moment M5) of treatment. RESULTS: The MAP and OPP values of treated group were lower than those of control group at all times, and the mean values differed statistically at moments M1 (S = 71.52 mmHg, C = 84.76 mmHg, p = 0.0356) and M5 (S = 71.38 mmHg, C = 85.52 mmHg, p = 0.0252). The IOP and color Doppler values of the external ophthalmic artery did not differ between tested groups. CONCLUSIONS: The dose of 10 mg of sildenafil citrate administered to healthy rabbits causes systemic vasodilation and consequently lower values of MAP and OPP. However, it does not induce changes in IOP and retrobulbar hemodynamics identifiable by color Doppler assessment of the external ophthalmic artery.

Acute systemic response to intraperitoneal implantation of polypropylene mesh/chitosan-based film composite in pigs.

PURPOSE: To assess the systemic response of pigs to the intraperitoneal implantation of polypropylene mesh associated with chitosan-based film with a degree of deacetylation of 95%. METHODS: Blood samples were collected 24 hours before, and two and seven days after surgery. Systemic reactions were evaluated based on white blood cell count, C-reactive protein, and total serum protein, albumin and globulin levels. RESULTS: The systemic response was proportional to the composite response induced by polypropylene mesh, and the tissue inflammatory response was higher in the PP group (p=0.0033). CONCLUSION: The polypropylene mesh/chitosan-based film composite did not elicit a systemic response in pigs.

Acute systemic response to intraperitoneal implantation of polypropylene mesh/chitosan-based film composite in pigs

PURPOSE:To assess the systemic response of pigs to the intraperitoneal implantation of polypropylene mesh associated with chitosan-based film with a degree of deacetylation of 95%.METHODS:Blood samples were collected 24 hours before, and two and seven days after surgery. Systemic reactions were evaluated based on white blood cell count, C-reactive protein, and total serum protein, albumin and globulin levels.RESULTS:The systemic response was proportional to the composite response induced by polypropylene mesh, and the tissue inflammatory response was higher in the PP group (p=0.0033).CONCLUSION:The polypropylene mesh/chitosan-based film composite did not elicit a systemic response in pigs.

Aspectos anatômicos do plexo lombossacral de Myrmecophaga tridactyla (Linnaeus, 1758) / Anatomical aspects of the lumbossacral plexus of the Myrmecophaga tridactyla (Linnaeus, 1758)

Objetivou-se descrever a origem e arquitetura do plexo lombossacral, bem como a composição de seus nervos na espécie M. tridactyla. Para tanto, foram analisados 12 plexos de seis cadáveres adultos e de ambos os sexos, fornecidos pelo IBAMA-GO (licença 99/2011). Os ramos ventrais dos nervos espinhais, suas comunicações e os nervos derivados do plexo foram evidenciados após dissecação da face ventral das regiões torácica caudal, lombar e sacral. Às radiografias verificaram-se 15 ou 16 vértebras torácicas, duas ou três lombares e quatro ou cinco sacrais. O plexo lombossacral constituiu-se por: T16, L1, L2, S1-S5, Cc1 (33,3%), T15, L1-L3, S1-S5 (16,6%), T15, L1, L2, S1-S5, Cc1 (16,6%), L1-L3, S1-S5 (16,6%), T15, L1-L3, S1-S4, Cc1 (8,3%) e L1-L3, S1-S4 (8,3%). Os nervos derivados do plexo com suas formações mais freqüentes foram: genitofemoral (T15, L1, L2 e T16, L1), cutâneo femoral lateral (T15, L1, L2 e T16, L1), femoral (T16, L1, L2), obturador (L1-L3), isquiático (L3, S1-S3), glúteo cranial (L2, S1), glúteo caudal (L2, S1- S3 e L3, S1, S2), pudendo (S4-S5) e retal caudal (S5 e S4, S5, Cc1). O nervo cutâneo femoral caudal originou-se do nervo isquiático. O plexo lombossacral do M. tridactyla assemelha-se em geral ao dos demais mamíferos, porém apresenta como particularidade o envolvimento de ramos torácicos e coccígeos na composição de seus nervos e uma maior variação anatômica em sua formação, que pode ser atribuída principalmente à variação numérica de vértebras torácicas, lombares e sacrais nesta espécie.

This study aimed to describe the origin and architecture of the lumbosacral plexus, as well as the composition of their nerves in the species M. tridactyla. For this purpose, 12 plexuses from six adult animals of both sexes, provided by IBAMA-GO (License 99/2011, CEUA-UFG Protocol 015/11) were analyzed. The ventral rami of the spinal nerves, their communications and the nerves arising from the plexus were detected after the dissection of the ventral face of the thoracic caudal, lumbar and sacral regions. The radiographs showed 15 or 16 thoracic, two or three lumbar and four or five sacral vertebrae. The lumbosacral plexus of M. tridactyla consisted of: T16, L1, L2, S1-S5, Cc1 (33.3%); T15, L1- L3, S1-S5 (16.6%); T15, L1, L2, S1-S5, Cc1 (16.6%); L1-L3, S1-S5 (16.6%); T15, L1-L3, S1-S4, Cc1 (8.3%); and L1-L3, S1-S4 (8.3%). The nerves that derived from the plexus with their most common arrangement were: genitofemoral (T15, L1, L2; and T16, L1); lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (T15, L1, L2; and T16, L1); femoral (T16, L1, L2); obturator (L1- L3); sciatic (L3, S1-S3); cranial gluteal (L2, S1, S2); caudal gluteal (L2, S1-S3; and L3, S1, S2); pudendal (S4, S5); and rectal caudal (S5 and S4, S5, Cc1). The caudal femoral cutaneous nerve originated from the sciatic nerve. In general, the lumbosacral plexus of M. tridactyla resembles that of other mammals; however, it shows some peculiarities, such as the involvement of thoracic and coccygeal rami in its nerve composition and a greater anatomical variation in its formation, which can be mainly related to the numerical variation of thoracic, lumbar and sacral vertebrae in this species.

Compressão traqueal como método auxiliar no diagnóstico radiológico do colapso de traquéia cervical / Tracheal compression as auxiliary method in the radiologic diagnosis of the cervical tracheal collapse

O colapso de traquéia é uma afecção freqüente em cães idosos e principalmente de raças pequenas, caracterizada por flacidez e perda de sustentação dos anéis traqueais com conseqüente diminuição do espaço luminal. O diagnóstico baseia-se nos sinais clinicos e nos exames de raios-x, fluoroscopia, ultra-sonografia. e traqueobroncoscopia. Quarenta cães adultos de pequeno porte e de diferentes raças, vinte higidos e vinte com suspeita dessa afecção, tiveram as regiões cervical e torácica radiografadas em projeções laterais com e sem compressão ventral da traquéia. A leve pressão exercida sobre a traquéia cervical foi realizada na entrada do tórax, com o auxílio de uma abre aspas pêra de borracha fecha aspas adaptada a uma haste de vidro. Independente da aplicação ou não da compressão, os vinte animais sem anormalidades das vias respiratórias tiveram mudanças sutis no diâmetro traqueal. Os cães com suspeita clínica de colapso de traquéia apresentaram ou não estreitamento deste órgão, dependendo da fase respiratória em que se encontravam durante a projeção radiográfica simples, não permitindo, muitas vezes, o diagnóstico definitivo. Todavia, todos os animais deste grupo, quando submetidos à técnica de compressão da traquéia apresentaram, ao raio-x, estreitamento local deste órgão, caracterizando o colapso de traquéia. O método mostrou-se eficiente, prático e seguro no diagnóstico do colapso de traquéia da região cervical, eliminando a necessidade de exposições radiográficas em diferentes momentos do ciclo respiratório, sem custos adicionais.

Herniorrafia umbilical em bovinos - Análise de técnicas e sua avaliação pós-operatória / Bovine umbilical herniorraphy - Technical analysis and postoperatory evaluation

Visando aprimorar o tratamento cirúrgico de hérnias umbilicais em bovinos, utilizaram-se 32 animais das raças Holandesa P.B., Girolanda, Gir, Limousin, Simental e Nelore, machos e fêmeas, com idade variando entre quatro e doze meses, portadores de hérnia umbilical recidivada. Como condição para participar do estudo, estabeleceu-se que cada bovino apresentasse até três recidivas. Os animais foram divididos em dois grupos de 16, sendo que o Grupo I foi submetido à laparorrafia pelo método de sutura em jaquetão, com pontos de reforço, ao passo que nos animais do Grupo II utilizou-se o método de sutura em pontos simples, separados e interrompidos, alternados com pontos de relaxamento. Dos 16 bovinos estudados no Grupo I, cinco (31,25 por cento) recuperaram-se, sendo que os outros 11 (68,75 por cento) sofreram recidivas. No Grupo II, 12 (75 por cento) dos bovinos estudados recuperaram-se, enquanto que os quatro animais (25 por cento) restantes sofreram recidivas. A análise estatística pelo teste do Qui-quadrado revelou diferença significativa entre as técnicas de sutura na herniorrafia umbilical em bovinos, apontando a técnica de sutura em pontos simples, separados e interrompidos, alternados com pontos de relaxamento, como a mais eficiente, quando comparada à sutura em jaquetão, com pontos de reforço, neste tipo de intervenção cirúrgica.

Avaliaçäo fisico-química e microbiológica das soluçöes desinfetantes de sulfato de cobre a 5 por cento e cloridrato de polihexametileno biguanida a 1 por cento em pedilúvio para bovinos / Evaluation physical-chemistries and microbiology of the treatment with desinfections solutions as copper sulphate to 5 percent and chloridrate of polihexametilen biguanide at 1 percent in footbath for bovines

O propósito deste estudo foi avaliar aspectos físico-químicos e microbiológicos do sulfato de cobre a 5 por cento e cloridrato de polihexametileno biguanida (P.H.M.B.) a 1 por cento como soluçöes desinfetantes em pedilúvio para tratamento de diversas afecçöes podais em bovinos associado a procedimentos cirúrgicos e à antibioticoterapia parenteral. As análises físico-químicas constaram da determinaçäo do pH e da concentraçäo do cobre e cloridrato de polihexametileno biguanida (P.H.M.B.). As análises microbiológicas realizadas foram a contagem de microorganismos aeróbios ou facultativos mesófilos e anaeróbios mesófilos. Os resultados obtidos permitem afirmar que as características físico-químicas das duas soluçöes mantiveram-se praticamente constantes e que a soluçäo de PHMB a 1 por cento apresentou menores contagens de microorganismos aeróbios ou facultativos mesófilos e anaeróbios mesófilos do que a soluçäo de sulfato de cobre a 5 por cento.