Clinical and laboratory indicators predictive of the negative outcome of gastrointestinal emergencies in cattle / Indicadores clínicos e laboratoriais preditivos do desfecho negativo de emergências gastrointestinais em bovino

This study aimed to identify clinical and laboratory variables that could help predict the negative outcome in cattle affected by gastrointestinal emergencies. A retrospective cohort study was carried out using multivariate logistic regression analysis based on data collected from the clinical records of cattle hospitalized at the Garanhuns Bovine Clinic, UFRPE campus. One hundred and twenty-two cattle met the inclusion criteria established for the study. Among the clinical variables, heart rate (HR) and abdominal distension are associated with the outcome in animals with right displaced abomasum (RDA), and anorexia and 10% dehydration in animals with an obstructive intestinal disorder. Among the laboratory variables, plasma fibrinogen (PF) and total leukocyte count were associated with the outcome in animals with RDA, while PF and plasma L-lactate were associated with animals with an obstructive intestinal disorder. HR and the total leukocyte count remained in the final model of the regression adjusted for animals with RDA. On the other hand, plasma L-lactate and PF remained in the final model in the adjusted model for animals with an obstructive intestinal disorder. Cattle with RDA and HR higher than 90 bpm present an increased chance of having a negative outcome whereas cattle with obstructive intestinal disorder and plasma L-lactate higher than 1.84 mmol/L or PF higher than 850 mg/dL have a higher chance of not survive. Therefore, clinical and laboratory variables such as HR, fibrinogen, and plasma L-lactate are useful to predict the negative outcome in cattle with gastrointestinal emergencies, especially RDA and obstructive intestinal disorders.(AU)

Este estudo teve como objetivo identificar variáveis clínicas e laboratoriais que pudessem ajudar a predizer o desfecho negativo em bovinos acometidos por emergências gastrointestinais. Foi realizado um estudo de coorte retrospectivo por meio de análise de regressão logística multivariada com base em dados coletados dos prontuários de bovinos internados na Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns, campus da UFRPE. Cento e vinte e dois bovinos atenderam aos critérios de inclusão estabelecidos para o estudo. Dentre as variáveis clínicas, a frequência cardíaca e a distensão abdominal estão associadas ao desfecho em animais com deslocamento de abomaso à direita (DAD), e anorexia e 10% de desidratação em animais com distúrbio intestinal obstrutivo. Entre as variáveis laboratoriais, o fibrinogênio plasmáticao (FP) e a contagem total de leucócitos foram associados ao desfecho em animais com DAD, enquanto o FP e o L-lactato plasmático foram associados a animais com distúrbio intestinal obstrutivo. A frequência cardíaca (FC) e a contagem total de leucócitos permaneceram no modelo final da regressão ajustada para animais com DAD. Por outro lado, o L-lactato plasmático e o FP permaneceram no modelo final ajustado para animais com distúrbio intestinal obstrutivo. Bovinos com DAD e FC maior que 90 bpm apresentam maior chance de ter um desfecho negativo, enquanto bovinos com distúrbio intestinal obstrutivo e L-lactato plasmático maior que 1,84 mmol/L ou FP maior que 850 mg/dL têm maior chance de não sobreviver. Portanto, variáveis clínicas e laboratoriais como FC, FP e L-lactato plasmático são úteis para predizer o desfecho negativo em bovinos com doenças emergências gastrointestinais, especialmente DAD e distúrbios intestinais obstrutivos.(AU)

Neurological diseases of viral origin in cattle in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil: clinical and anatomopathological study / Enfermidades neurológicas de origem viral em bovinos no estado de Pernambuco, Brasil: estudo clínico e anatomopatológico

Studies related to neurological diseases are of great importance in Veterinary Medicine, particularly those involving production animals, such as cattle, due to their wide sanitary and public health significance. Therefore, the current study aims to describe the frequency of occurrence of the main clinical, laboratory, and anatomopathological findings of cattle diagnosed with neurological diseases of viral origin. Screening was performed in the general register of patients diagnosed through anatomopathological and/or complementary examination with illnesses of viral origin, admitted (live or dead) to the Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns-UFRPE from January 2009 to December 2019. The information recovered was entered in a database created in the computer program Microsoft Excel 2010®, distributed into clinical, laboratory, and anatomopathological data. The clinical findings on neurological diseases of viral etiology were very varied and non-specific, and the anatomopathological findings, together with laboratory methods, were of fundamental importance for the establishment of the diagnosis. The high frequency of rabies cases in this study demonstrates the importance of this disease for cattle rearing, as well as for Public Health. We emphasize the importance of including malignant catarrhal fever and herpes meningoencephalitis in the differential diagnosis of neurological diseases in the region, as well as the adoption of sanitary measures.

Os estudos relacionados as doenças neurológicas assumem grande importância na Medicina Veterinária, particularmente os que envolvem animais de produção como os bovinos, em virtude da grande importância sanitária e de saúde pública. Nesse contexto, este trabalho teve como objetivo descrever a frequência de ocorrência dos principais achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos dos bovinos diagnosticados com doenças neurológicas de origem viral. Realizou-se a triagem no livro de registro geral dos pacientes com enfermidades que cursaram com sintomatologia neurológica e que foram diagnosticados através de exame anatomopatológico e/ou complementares com enfermidades de origem viral, os quais deram entrada (vivos ou mortos) na Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns-UFRPE no período de janeiro de 2009 a dezembro de 2019. As informações obtidas foram inseridas em um banco de dados elaborado no programa de computador Microsoft Excel 2010® distribuídas em dados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos. Os achados clínicos das enfermidades neurológicas de etiologia viral foram muito variados e inespecíficos, sendo os achados anatomopatológicos, aliados aos métodos laboratoriais, de importância fundamental para o estabelecimento do diagnóstico. A elevada frequência dos casos de raiva neste estudo demonstra a importância sanitária desta enfermidade para a pecuária bovina, como também para a saúde pública. Ressalta-se a importância da inclusão da febre catarral maligna e da meningoencefalite herpética no diagnóstico diferencial das doenças neurológicas na região, assim como a adoção de medidas sanitárias.

Vagal indigestion in cattle: a retrospective study / Indigestão vagal em bovinos: estudo retrospectivo

This study aimed to carry out a retrospective study of vagal indigestion cases diagnosed in cattle admitted at the Garanhuns Bovine Clinic, Federal Rural University of Pernambuco campus. This syndrome, caused by dysfunctions of the vagus nerve and characterized by motility disorders of the pre-stomachs and abomasum, represented 5.5% (70/1279) of digestive cases diagnosed in a period of 10 years and had an unfavorable prognosis in 78.3% of cases. Type II vagal indigestion was the most prevalent, accounting for 40% of cases, followed by type I (24.3%) and types III and IV, which accounted for 18.6% and 10.0% of cases, respectively. Vagal indigestion in 67.1% (47/70) of cases occurred as a result of other illnesses, such as traumatic reticuloperitonitis (27.7%), lung diseases (12.8%), gastric impaction (10.6%), abomasal ulcer (10.6%), lymphosarcoma (6.4%), and liver abscesses (6.4%). Motor changes in the gastrointestinal tract, such as hypomotility, abdominal distension, and bloat, as well as their consequences, were the most frequent clinical signs. Laboratory, ultrasonographic, and anatomopathological alterations mainly originate from the primary illnesses present in each case. The approach of this disease is essential due to its clinical and economic importance for livestock to expand the knowledge of its etiopathogenesis, thus contributing to a more accurate diagnosis by veterinarians working in the field of internal medicine for cattle.

Objetivou-se realizar um estudo retrospectivo dos casos de indigestão vagal diagnosticados em bovinos atendidos na Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns, campus da Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco. Essa síndrome, causada por disfunções do nervo vago e caracterizada por transtornos de motilidade dos pré-estômagos e abomaso, representou 5,5% (70/1279) dos casos digestivos diagnosticados num período de 10 anos e apresentou prognóstico desfavorável em 78,3% dos casos. A indigestão vagal tipo II foi a mais prevalente, representando 40% dos casos, seguida do tipo I (24,3%) e dos tipos III e IV, que corresponderam a 18,6% e 10,0%, respectivamente. Em 67,1% (47/70) dos casos, a indigestão vagal ocorreu em consequência de outras enfermidades, tais como reticuloperitonite traumática (27,7%), doenças pulmonares (12,8%), compactação gástrica (10,6%), úlcera de abomaso (10,6%), linfossarcoma (6,4%) e abscessos hepáticos (6,4%). As alterações motoras do trato gastrointestinal, tais como hipomotilidade, distensão abdominal e timpania, assim como suas consequências foram os sinais clínicos mais frequentes. As alterações laboratoriais, de imagem e anatomopatológicas são oriundas principalmente das enfermidades primárias presentes em cada caso. Devido sua importância clínica e econômica para a bovinocultura, é primordial a abordagem dessa enfermidade, visando ampliar o conhecimento da sua etiopatogenia contribuindo dessa forma para um diagnóstico mais preciso pelos médicos veterinários atuantes na área de medicina interna de bovinos.

Occurrence of foot diseases in cattle attended at the Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns: Epidemiological, clinical, therapeutic and economic aspects / Ocorrência de afecções podais em bovinos atendidos pela Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns: aspectos epidemiológicos, clínicos, terapêuticos e econômicos

The objective was to study the occurrence of foot disorders in cattle treated at the Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns, campus of the Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco from 1999 to 2021. A retrospective study of the medical records was carried out, with a total of 334 cases, in which 613 lesions were diagnosed. A frequency distribution, with simple mean and standard deviation was performed to evaluate the data. Interdigital dermatitis was more frequent in 12.4% (76/613), double sole in 9.79% (60/613), chronic laminitis in 8.81% (54/613), sole ulcer in 7.83% (48 /613), and interdigital hyperplasia in 7.24% (45/613). Laminitis and its consequences accounted for 45% of the total injuries identified, followed by 36% of injuries of secondary or uncertain cause, and 19% from infectious diseases. The distribution of lesions between the limbs was 68% in the pelvic and 32% in the thoracic limbs. Females, raised in a semi-intensive system, Holstein, with a body score of III, and large size were more affected. Lameness was present in 78% (260/334), while 10% (33/334) did not present lameness. The case fatality and recovery rates were 9% (31/334) and 73% (243/334), respectively. In total, 51% of cases occurred in the rainy season and 49% in the dry season. The main cities of origin were Bom Conselho 22.75% (76/334), Garanhuns 18.86% (63/334), and Brejão 12.57% (42/334). The estimated cost of treatment was US$ 150.13/case. Diseases are probably directly linked to management failure on the property due to the nature of the diagnosed diseases, in addition to the significant cost of the treatment of these animals, with the need for prophylactic measures in order to avoid the economic losses associated with foot diseases.

Objetivou-se estudar a ocorrência das afecções podais em bovinos atendidos na Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns, Campus da Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, no intervalo de 1999 a 2021. Realizou-se estudo retrospectivo dos prontuários, com total 334 casos, dos quais foram diagnosticadas 613 lesões digitais. Foi realizada a distribuição de frequência, média simples e desvio padrão para avaliação dos dados. A dermatite interdigital foi a mais frequente, sendo observada em 12,4% (76/613) dos casos, seguida por sola dupla 9,79% (60/613), laminite crônica 8,81% (54/613), úlcera de sola 7,83% (48/613) e a hiperplasia interdigital 7,24% (45/613). A laminite e suas consequências representaram 45% do total de lesões identificadas, acompanhadas por 36% das injúrias de causa secundárias ou incertas e de doenças infecciosas com 19%. A distribuição das lesões entre os membros foi de 68% nos pélvicos e 32% nos torácicos. As fêmeas criadas em sistema semi-intensivo, holandesas, com escore corporal III e porte grande eram mais acometidas. A claudicação estava presente em 78% dos animais, enquanto 10% não claudicavam. As taxas de letalidade e recuperação foram de 9% (31/334) e 73 % (243/334), respectivamente. No período chuvoso foram 51% dos casos e 49% na época seca. Os principais municípios de origem foram Bom Conselho 22,75% (76/334), Garanhuns 18, 86% (63/334) e Brejão 12,57% (42/334). O custo estimado com tratamento foi de US$ 150,13/caso. Provavelmente falhas de manejo nas propriedades foram importantes fatores de risco para as doenças. Sugere-se a implementação de medidas profiláticas para evitar as perdas econômicas associadas às enfermidades podais.

Cecocolic intussusception and cecal torsion in cattle / Intussuscepção cecocólica e torção de ceco em bovinos

This work aims to describe the clinical, laboratory, and anatomopathological findings of two bovines, one affected by cecocolic intussusception, and the other by dilation with cecal torsion. The clinical examination demonstrated metallic resonance from the right flank, ruminal and intestinal hypomotility, and abdominal distension, in addition to alterations in feces characteristics. Was observed in the two animals leukocytosis by neutrophilia with regenerative shift to the left, and hyperfibrinogenemia. The analysis of ruminal fluid revealed impairment of the microbiota and an increase in chloride levels. The laparoscopic examination performed on one of the animals showed dilation of the colon, the cecum with hyperemia and serous edema, with a dividing halo between affected and unaffected portions, in addition to reddish peritoneal fluid. In the laparotomy, an enlarged cecum was found, with gaseous and liquid contents, swollen and turgid colon, and peritonitis. In addition to the findings observed during surgery, the anatomopathological examination demonstrated, in bovine 01, intestinal intussusception in the region of the cecocolic valve, and, in bovine 02, twisting of the loop at the ileocecocolic junction. Despite the low occurrence of digestive system disorders in cattle, cecal torsion and intussusception represent serious intestinal clinical conditions. These reports take the attention to the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to provide a correct diagnosis of intestinal diseases.

O objetivo deste trabalho foi descrever os achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de dois bovinos, um acometido por intussuscepção cecocólica e o outro por dilatação com torção de ceco. O diagnóstico de ambos os casos foi base-ado nos achados clínicos, laboratoriais, videolaparoscópicos, cirúrgicos e anatomopatológicos. No exame clínico evidenciou-se ressonância metálica no flanco direito, hipomotilidade ruminal e intestinal, distensão abdominal, além de alteração nas carac-terísticas das fezes. Observou-se nos dois animais leucocitose por neutrofilia com desvio para esquerda regenerativo e hiperfi-brinogenia. A análise do fluido ruminal revelou comprometimento da microbiota e elevação nos teores de cloretos. O exame videolaparoscópico, realizado no bovino dois (02), evidenciou dilatação do cólon, ceco com hiperemia e edema de serosa com halo divisório entre porção acometida e não acometida, além de líquido peritoneal de coloração avermelhada. Na laparotomia constatou-se ceco dilatado por conteúdo gasoso e líquido, cólon edemaciado e túrgido e, peritonite. No exame anatomopato-lógico, constatou-se, no bovino um (01), intussuscepção intestinal na região de válvula ceco-cólica e, no bovino (02) torção de alça na junção ileocecocólica. Apesar da baixa ocorrência, a torção de ceco e a intussuscepção acarretam condição intestinal grave e devem ser inseridas na lista de diagnósticos diferenciais das enfermidades digestivas de bovinos. Estes relatos chamam a atenção para a importância da abordagem multidisciplinar no diagnóstico das enfermidades intestinais.

Cecocolic intussusception and cecal torsion in cattle / Intussuscepção cecocólica e torção de ceco em bovinos

This work aims to describe the clinical, laboratory, and anatomopathological findings of two bovines, one affected by cecocolic intussusception, and the other by dilation with cecal torsion. The clinical examination demonstrated metallic resonance from the right flank, ruminal and intestinal hypomotility, and abdominal distension, in addition to alterations in feces characteristics. Was observed in the two animals leukocytosis by neutrophilia with regenerative shift to the left, and hyperfibrinogenemia. The analysis of ruminal fluid revealed impairment of the microbiota and an increase in chloride levels. The laparoscopic examination performed on one of the animals showed dilation of the colon, the cecum with hyperemia and serous edema, with a dividing halo between affected and unaffected portions, in addition to reddish peritoneal fluid. In the laparotomy, an enlarged cecum was found, with gaseous and liquid contents, swollen and turgid colon, and peritonitis. In addition to the findings observed during surgery, the anatomopathological examination demonstrated, in bovine 01, intestinal intussusception in the region of the cecocolic valve, and, in bovine 02, twisting of the loop at the ileocecocolic junction. Despite the low occurrence of digestive system disorders in cattle, cecal torsion and intussusception represent serious intestinal clinical conditions. These reports take the attention to the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to provide a correct diagnosis of intestinal diseases.(AU)

O objetivo deste trabalho foi descrever os achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de dois bovinos, um acometido por intussuscepção cecocólica e o outro por dilatação com torção de ceco. O diagnóstico de ambos os casos foi base-ado nos achados clínicos, laboratoriais, videolaparoscópicos, cirúrgicos e anatomopatológicos. No exame clínico evidenciou-se ressonância metálica no flanco direito, hipomotilidade ruminal e intestinal, distensão abdominal, além de alteração nas carac-terísticas das fezes. Observou-se nos dois animais leucocitose por neutrofilia com desvio para esquerda regenerativo e hiperfi-brinogenia. A análise do fluido ruminal revelou comprometimento da microbiota e elevação nos teores de cloretos. O exame videolaparoscópico, realizado no bovino dois (02), evidenciou dilatação do cólon, ceco com hiperemia e edema de serosa com halo divisório entre porção acometida e não acometida, além de líquido peritoneal de coloração avermelhada. Na laparotomia constatou-se ceco dilatado por conteúdo gasoso e líquido, cólon edemaciado e túrgido e, peritonite. No exame anatomopato-lógico, constatou-se, no bovino um (01), intussuscepção intestinal na região de válvula ceco-cólica e, no bovino (02) torção de alça na junção ileocecocólica. Apesar da baixa ocorrência, a torção de ceco e a intussuscepção acarretam condição intestinal grave e devem ser inseridas na lista de diagnósticos diferenciais das enfermidades digestivas de bovinos. Estes relatos chamam a atenção para a importância da abordagem multidisciplinar no diagnóstico das enfermidades intestinais.(AU)

Cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis with secondary necrotizing hepatitis and cholangiohepatitis in a dairy cow

Biliary calculi are rare in cattle and occur usually in the gallbladder, without clinical signs. In humans, cholelithiasis is a common cause of hepatic abscess due calculi microbiota. Here is described a case of cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis in a 10-year-old female mixed breed dairy cow. The animal died during physical examination with signs as cachexia, icterus, and fever. At necropsy, a large number of green calculi were observed in the gallbladder, common duct lumen and in markedly distended biliary ducts. The liver was firm and decreased in volume with multiple abscess and multiple red foci measuring 0.5 cm in diameter in the hepatic parenchyma. Microscopically in the liver, marked ductal proliferation and abscedative cholangiohepatitis with abundant fibrosis and multiple foci of hepatocytes necrosis. In conclusion, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis may occur in cattle and cause significant clinical signs and pathological alterations.

Cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis with secondary necrotizing hepatitis and cholangiohepatitis in a dairy cow

Biliary calculi are rare in cattle and occur usually in the gallbladder, without clinical signs. In humans, cholelithiasis is a common cause of hepatic abscess due calculi microbiota. Here is described a case of cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis in a 10-year-old female mixed breed dairy cow. The animal died during physical examination with signs as cachexia, icterus, and fever. At necropsy, a large number of green calculi were observed in the gallbladder, common duct lumen and in markedly distended biliary ducts. The liver was firm and decreased in volume with multiple abscess and multiple red foci measuring 0.5 cm in diameter in the hepatic parenchyma. Microscopically in the liver, marked ductal proliferation and abscedative cholangiohepatitis with abundant fibrosis and multiple foci of hepatocytes necrosis. In conclusion, choledocholithiasis and hepatolithiasis may occur in cattle and cause significant clinical signs and pathological alterations.(AU)

Ultrasonographic diagnosis of ileal intussusception in calf

Background: Intussusception, characterized by invagination of an intestinal segment into the lumen of the adjacent segment, is one of the main causes of intestinal obstruction in cattle, and occurs more frequently in calves. The diagnosis of the disease is based on the history, clinical examination, and complementary exams, which are a challenge in this species, especially in calves, in which transrectal palpation is limited. As it is a non-invasive, effective, and low-cost test, ultrasonography could be an important tool in the diagnosis of intestinal obstructions, in which time is essential for the prognosis. Therefore, the objective was to report a case of intussusception in a calf diagnosed by ultrasound. Case: A 4-month-old calf, weaned at 3 months and raised intensively, was treated at the Clínica de Bovinos de Garanhuns, campus of the Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco (CBG/UFRPE), with a history of apathy, anorexia, and dyschezia for 3 days. On physical examination, fever, moderate dehydration, tachycardia, tachypnea with polypnea, bilaterally bulging abdomen, sound of fluid on ballottement, ruminal and intestinal hypomotility, and melena were observed. The hematological findings revealed leukocytosis due to neutrophilia (degenerate neutrophils), hypoproteinemia, and hyperfibrinogenemia. The analysis of the ruminal fluid showed compromised microbiota and increased chloride content. The transabdominal ultrasonography demonstrated, in the right ventral region, hypermotile and full small bowel loops and an increase in the volume of the peritoneal fluid. In addition, there was a segment of the small intestine which, in cross-section, showed multiple concentric rings ("onion rings", "target pattern", or "bull's eye") and adherence to adjacent loops, compatible with intestinal obstruction due to intussusception. Due to the seriousness of the clinical condition and the ultrasound findings, the animal was euthanized and the necropsy revealed focal fibrinous peritonitis and intestinal obstruction due to intussusception in ileum intestinal segments. Discussion: Intussusception has previously been reported in calves, however this is the first report of ultrasound diagnosis of the disease in Brazil. Although the etiology is rarely confirmed, the age group and recent changes in diet (weaning) were predisposing factors. The history, clinical signs, and laboratory tests were similar to those described in cattle with intussusception, however they may be present in other gastrointestinal illnesses. Other authors have also reported that the nonspecificity of the signs and the impossibility of performing transrectal palpation made it difficult to diagnose intestinal obstruction in calves without the use of other diagnostic tools. As it is a non-invasive and accurate technique, ultrasound has been used in ruminants for diagnostic purposes, including intestinal obstructions. In the present case, the main findings are described as the presence of a lesion with the appearance of multiple concentric rings, hypermotile, dilated, and full intestinal loops. The pathological findings were compatible with the ultrasound images and similar to those described by other authors, confirming the diagnosis. The use of ultrasonography as a diagnostic tool in cattle should be expanded, aiming at the early determination of diagnosis and prognosis, to reduce producer costs and animal discomfort. In cases of intussusception, late diagnosis makes treatment unfeasible.

Íleo paralítico em três bovinos: relato de caso / Paralytic ileus in three cattle: case report

O íleo paralítico é uma obstrução do tipo funcional, na qual o lúmen intestinal está patente, comprometendo a passagem da ingesta no intestino. Este relato objetiva descrever três casos em vacas com aptidão leiteira, atendidos na rotina hospitalar e diagnosticados com íleo paralítico. Em seus históricos, os proprietários queixavam-se que os animais apresentavam redução do apetite, timpania ruminal, diminuição da produção de leite e eliminação das fezes. Ao exame físico, alguns sinais clínicos apresentaram destaque, como apatia, desidratação, redução da motilidade ruminal e intestinal, fezes em pequena quantidade e com muco, distensão do abdômen e ao balotamento constatou-se a presença de líquido. Na análise do fluido ruminal todos os animais apresentaram o teor de cloreto elevado (>30 mEq/L), caracterizando, dessa forma, um processo obstrutivo. Diante dos achados, suspeitou-se inicialmente de um quadro de obstrução intestinal. Nos casos, a conduta adotada foi realizar uma laparotomia exploratória através do flanco direito, porém constatou-se, que não existia qualquer segmento com obstrução de natureza mecânica, que justificasse as alterações físicas e laboratoriais encontradas. Diante destes resultados, configurou-se um quadro clínico indicativo de íleo paralítico. As vacasforam submetidas a um protocolo terapêutico pós-cirúrgico composto por antibioticoterapia, anti-inflamatório, cálcio, procinético e tratamento de suporte. Os animais manifestaram uma resposta favorável a conduta terapêutica, com restabelecimento da função gastrointestinal e dos demais parâmetros fisiológicos, recebendo alta após uma evolução clínica variando entre dez a doze dias.

Paralytic ileus is an obstruction of the functional type, in which the intestinal lumen is patent, compromising the passage of the intake in the intestine. The objective of this study was to describe three cases in dairy cows treated in the hospital routine diagnosed with paralytic ileus. In their histories, the owners complained that the animals presented reduced appetite, ruminal tympany, decreased milk yield and elimination of faeces. At the physical examination, some clinical signs were prominent in both, such as apathy, dehydration, reduction of ruminal and intestinal motility, faeces were present in small quantity and with mucus present, abdominal enlargement and the succession produced sloshing sounds. In the analysis of the ruminal fluid, the chloride content in both was high (>30 mEq/L), characterizing an obstructive process. In the face of the findings, a diagnosis of intestinal obstruction was initially suspected. In animals, the adopted approach was to perform an exploratory laparotomy through the right flank, but it was verified that there was no segment with mechanical obstruction that justified the physical and laboratorial alterations found. In view of these results, a clinical diagnosis indicative of paralytic ileus was established. The three animals were submitted to a post-surgical therapeutic protocol consisting of antibiotic therapy, anti-inflammatory, calcium, pro-kinetic and supportive treatment. The animals showed a favourable response to therapeutic treatment, with restoration of gastrointestinal function and other physiological parameters, and was discharged after a clinical evolution ranging from ten to twelve days.

Íleo paralítico em três bovinos: Relato de caso / Paralytic ileus in three cattle: case report

O íleo paralítico é uma obstrução do tipo funcional, na qual o lúmen intestinal está patente, comprometendo a passagem da ingesta no intestino. Este relato objetiva descrever três casos em vacas com aptidão leiteira, atendidos na rotina hospitalar e diagnosticados com íleo paralítico. Em seus históricos, os proprietários queixavam-se que os animais apresentavam redução do apetite, timpania ruminal, diminuição da produção de leite e eliminação das fezes. Ao exame físico, alguns sinais clínicos apresentaram destaque, como apatia, desidratação, redução da motilidade ruminal e intestinal, fezes em pequena quantidade e com muco, distensão do abdômen e ao balotamento constatou-se a presença de líquido. Na análise do fluido ruminal todos os animais apresentaram o teor de cloreto elevado (>30 mEq/L), caracterizando, dessa forma, um processo obstrutivo. Diante dos achados, suspeitou-se inicialmente de um quadro de obstrução intestinal. Nos casos, a conduta adotada foi realizar uma laparotomia exploratória através do flanco direito, porém constatou-se, que não existia qualquer segmento com obstrução de natureza mecânica, que justificasse as alterações físicas e laboratoriais encontradas. Diante destes resultados, configurou-se um quadro clínico indicativo de íleo paralítico. As vacas foram submetidas a um protocolo terapêutico pós-cirúrgico composto por antibioticoterapia, anti-inflam

Paralytic ileus is an obstruction of the functional type, in which the intestinal lumen is patent, compromising the passage of the intake in the intestine. The objective of this study was to describe three cases in dairy cows treated in the hospital routine diagnosed with paralytic ileus. In their histories, the owners complained that the animals presented reduced appetite, ruminal tympany, decreased milk yield and elimination of faeces. At the physical examination, some clinical signs were prominent in both, such as apathy, dehydration, reduction of ruminal and intestinal motility, faeces were present in small quantity and with mucus present, abdominal enlargement and the succession produced sloshing sounds. In the analysis of the ruminal fluid, the chloride content in both was high (>30 mEq/L), characterizing an obstructive process. In the face of the findings, a diagnosis of intestinal obstruction was initially suspected. In animals, the adopted approach was to perform an exploratory laparotomy through the right flank, but it was verified that there was no segment with mechanical obstruction that justified the physical and laboratorial alterations found. In view of these results, a clinical diagnosis indicative of paralytic ileus was established. The three animals were submitted to a post-surgical therapeutic protocol consisting of antibiotic therapy, anti-inflammatory, calcium, pro-kinetic and supportive treatment. The animals showed a favourable response to therapeutic treatment, with restoration of gastrointestinal function and other physiological parameters, and was discharged after a clinical evolution ranging from ten to twelve days.

Cardiac, energy and hormonal blood markers, and lactatemia in cows with displaced abomasum

Background: Displaced abomasum (DA) is a common and economically important disorder that affects dairy cattle. Nutritional factors and adaptive responses that occur in the peripartum play a central role in the pathogenesis. The measurement of blood metabolites represents a useful tool for monitoring and prognostic determination in affected animals. Therefore, the objective was to evaluate cardiac, energy and hormonal blood markers, lactatemia, and insulin sensitivity in cows diagnosed with right displaced abomasum (RDA) and left displaced abomasum (LDA), comparing them with each other. Materials, Methods & Results: Nineteen cases of abomasum displacement in cows were studied, including 9 cases of RDA and 10 cases of LDA. The diagnosis was established by means of physical examination and measurement of the concentration of chlorides in the ruminal fluid (> 30 mEq/L). After diagnosis, clinical-surgical therapeutic management was instituted. At the time of diagnosis (M1) and at the resolution of the case (M2), blood samples were collected to assess the variables: non-esterified fatty acids (NEFA), beta hydroxybutyrate (βHB), L-lactate, creatine kinase (CK), creatine kinase MB (CK-MB), cardiac troponin I (cTnI), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), glucose, insulin, and cortisol. In addition, insulin sensitivity was estimated using the Revised Quantitative Insulin Sensitivity Check Index (RQUICKI) and RQUICKI-βHB. The means of the variables were compared, separating the effects of groups (RDA and LDA) and moments (M1 and M2), at the level of 5% probability. The concentrations of NEFA, CK-MB, L-lactate, glucose, insulin, and cortisol were higher at M1 and the RQUICKI and RQUICKI-βHB indices were lower at this moment. L-lactate, CK, and CK-MB were higher in the RDA group, while cTnI, βHB, and LDH did not present a group or moment effect. Cardiac markers correlated with the energy profile metabolites, L-lactate, and cortisol. Discussion: The high...

Íleo paralítico em três bovinos: Relato de caso / Paralytic ileus in three cattle: case report

O íleo paralítico é uma obstrução do tipo funcional, na qual o lúmen intestinal está patente, comprometendo a passagem da ingesta no intestino. Este relato objetiva descrever três casos em vacas com aptidão leiteira, atendidos na rotina hospitalar e diagnosticados com íleo paralítico. Em seus históricos, os proprietários queixavam-se que os animais apresentavam redução do apetite, timpania ruminal, diminuição da produção de leite e eliminação das fezes. Ao exame físico, alguns sinais clínicos apresentaram destaque, como apatia, desidratação, redução da motilidade ruminal e intestinal, fezes em pequena quantidade e com muco, distensão do abdômen e ao balotamento constatou-se a presença de líquido. Na análise do fluido ruminal todos os animais apresentaram o teor de cloreto elevado (>30 mEq/L), caracterizando, dessa forma, um processo obstrutivo. Diante dos achados, suspeitou-se inicialmente de um quadro de obstrução intestinal. Nos casos, a conduta adotada foi realizar uma laparotomia exploratória através do flanco direito, porém constatou-se, que não existia qualquer segmento com obstrução de natureza mecânica, que justificasse as alterações físicas e laboratoriais encontradas. Diante destes resultados, configurou-se um quadro clínico indicativo de íleo paralítico. As vacas foram submetidas a um protocolo terapêutico pós-cirúrgico composto por antibioticoterapia, anti-inflam

Paralytic ileus is an obstruction of the functional type, in which the intestinal lumen is patent, compromising the passage of the intake in the intestine. The objective of this study was to describe three cases in dairy cows treated in the hospital routine diagnosed with paralytic ileus. In their histories, the owners complained that the animals presented reduced appetite, ruminal tympany, decreased milk yield and elimination of faeces. At the physical examination, some clinical signs were prominent in both, such as apathy, dehydration, reduction of ruminal and intestinal motility, faeces were present in small quantity and with mucus present, abdominal enlargement and the succession produced sloshing sounds. In the analysis of the ruminal fluid, the chloride content in both was high (>30 mEq/L), characterizing an obstructive process. In the face of the findings, a diagnosis of intestinal obstruction was initially suspected. In animals, the adopted approach was to perform an exploratory laparotomy through the right flank, but it was verified that there was no segment with mechanical obstruction that justified the physical and laboratorial alterations found. In view of these results, a clinical diagnosis indicative of paralytic ileus was established. The three animals were submitted to a post-surgical therapeutic protocol consisting of antibiotic therapy, anti-inflammatory, calcium, pro-kinetic and supportive treatment. The animals showed a favourable response to therapeutic treatment, with restoration of gastrointestinal function and other physiological parameters, and was discharged after a clinical evolution ranging from ten to twelve days.(AU)

Primary pulmonary adenocarcinoma in a cow

Background: Primary neoplasms of the respiratory tract are rare in cattle, and they present with nonspecific clinical signs and are usually found at post-mortem. Pulmonary adenocarcinoma of the acinar type is uncommon, and information about this neoplasm in cattle is scarce. This paper aims to describe the clinical, laboratory, and pathological findings in a cow with this neoplasm. Case: A 10-year-old, adult, mixed-breed Holstein cow weighing 300 kg was referred to the Garanhuns Cattle Clinic of the Campus of Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, Brazil, with a history of decreased appetite, tiredness, weight loss, and difficulty in breathing for two months. The animal had been treated at the farm of origin with enrofloxacin, florfenicol, and flunixin meglumine. The animal’s appetite improved, but no improvement in the respiratory symptoms was observed. On examination at our center, the cow was in an orthopedic position, with neck extension and elbow abduction; and it remainedin a recumbent position. The cow had neutrophilia, normochromic normocytic anemia, and hyperfibrinogemia. The body condition score (BCS) was 1 (BCS ranges from 1 to 5), and the cow had moderate enophthalmia, serous secretions in nostrils, tachycardia, and tachypnea. It also had increased breathing intensity; increased breath sounds in the cranial regions of both lungs; areas of reduced breath sounds in the medial portions of the lungs; intermittent wheezing in the cranial region of the left lung medially and in the cranial region of the right lung medially; intermittent crepitations in the cranial region of the right lung medially; reduced thoracic expansion; and expiratory dyspnea. Pulmonary ultrasonography revealed hyperechogenic multifocal structures in both lungs. In view of the severe clinical condition and unfavorable prognosis, theowner opted for euthanasia. Necropsy revealed that there was a significant amount of yellow fluid in the thoracic cavity, and...

Primary pulmonary adenocarcinoma in a cow

Background: Primary neoplasms of the respiratory tract are rare in cattle, and they present with nonspecific clinical signs and are usually found at post-mortem. Pulmonary adenocarcinoma of the acinar type is uncommon, and information about this neoplasm in cattle is scarce. This paper aims to describe the clinical, laboratory, and pathological findings in a cow with this neoplasm. Case: A 10-year-old, adult, mixed-breed Holstein cow weighing 300 kg was referred to the Garanhuns Cattle Clinic of the Campus of Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, Brazil, with a history of decreased appetite, tiredness, weight loss, and difficulty in breathing for two months. The animal had been treated at the farm of origin with enrofloxacin, florfenicol, and flunixin meglumine. The animals appetite improved, but no improvement in the respiratory symptoms was observed. On examination at our center, the cow was in an orthopedic position, with neck extension and elbow abduction; and it remainedin a recumbent position. The cow had neutrophilia, normochromic normocytic anemia, and hyperfibrinogemia. The body condition score (BCS) was 1 (BCS ranges from 1 to 5), and the cow had moderate enophthalmia, serous secretions in nostrils, tachycardia, and tachypnea. It also had increased breathing intensity; increased breath sounds in the cranial regions of both lungs; areas of reduced breath sounds in the medial portions of the lungs; intermittent wheezing in the cranial region of the left lung medially and in the cranial region of the right lung medially; intermittent crepitations in the cranial region of the right lung medially; reduced thoracic expansion; and expiratory dyspnea. Pulmonary ultrasonography revealed hyperechogenic multifocal structures in both lungs. In view of the severe clinical condition and unfavorable prognosis, theowner opted for euthanasia. Necropsy revealed that there was a significant amount of yellow fluid in the thoracic cavity, and...(AU)

Proteinograma de ovejas afectadas por casos naturales de toxemia de la prenhez / Protein profile in ewes affected by natural pregnancy toxemia / Proteinograma de ovelhas acometidas por casos naturais de toxemia da prenhez

Los estudios sobre la toxemia de la prenhez (TP) en ovejas han sido constantes y inovadoradores en algunos conceptos, pero no hay estudios en Brasil sobre las concentraciones de proteína de casos clínicos naturales de la enfermedad en esta especie. Por lo tanto, el objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar las concentraciones de proteína en sangre de casos clínicos naturales de TP en ovejas y comparar los resultados de acuerdo a la presencia sólo de TP y TP con enfermedades infecciosas intercurrentes. Evaluamos 35 ovejas se reunieron en la Clínica Bovina, Campus Garanhuns/UFRPE diagnosticado con TP en el período de 2007 a 2013. Los animales fueron sometidos a un examen clínico y ultrasonido, seguida de la recogida de sangre y orina para análisis de laboratorio. Todos los animales mostraron síntomas clínicos compatibles con un marco de TP. Los niveles séricos de betahidroxibutirato (BHB) y ácidos grasos no esterificados (NEFA) que se encuentran a ser altos en todas las ovejas. Cortisol sérico y la glucosa también eran altas, mientras que la insulina reducida, además, todos los animales mostraron cetonuria. Entre las ovejas 35 evaluados, 25 manifestaron sólo el marco TP (G1), y 10 más allá de la TP también tenía otras enfermedades infecciosas concomitantes (G2). En proteinograma, hubo un aumento en la haptoglobina sérica, glucoproteína alfa1-ácido y transferrina en ambos grupos [...](AU)

Studies on pregnancy toxemia in ewes have been constant and innovative in some respects. However, there are no previous reports on the protein profile of ewes naturally affected by this condition in Brazil. Thus, the aim of the present study was to determine the protein profile of Brazilian ewes affected with pregnancy toxemia and compare the results with ewes affected with concomitant diseases. Thirty-five ewes with a diagnosis of pregnancy toxemia were evaluated at the Bovine Clinic of the Rural Federal University of Pernambuco, Garanhuns Campus, between 2007 and 2013. The animals were submitted to clinical and ultrasound exams, followed by blood and urine collection for laboratory exams. All animals exhibited clinical symptoms of pregnancy toxemia, with elevated beta-hydroxybutyrate acid and non-esterified fatty acids. Ketonuria was found in all animals. The hormone profile revealed high levels of cortisol and low levels of insulin. Among the 35 ewes analyzed, 25 only exhibited pregnancy toxemia (G1) and ten also exhibited concomitant infectious illnesses (G2). The protein test revealed increased serum levels of haptoglobin, alfa1-acid glycoprotein and transferrin as well as reduced PM 23000 Da (protein not yet nominally identified) in both groups, whereas IgG was slightly elevated in the animals in G1 and fibrinogen was elevated in G2. Based on the present findings, the severe [...](AU)

Os estudos sobre a toxemia da prenhez (TP) na espécie ovina têm sido constantes e inovadoradores em alguns conceitos, porém não há relatos no Brasil sobre o proteinograma em ovelhas acometidas por casos naturais da doença. Diante disso, objetivou-se avaliar o proteinograma de ovelhas com a enfermidade e comparar os resultados de acordo com a presença apenas da TP e de outras doenças concomitantes. Foram avaliadas 35 ovelhas atendidas na Clínica de Bovinos, campus Garanhuns/UFRPE, diagnosticadas com TP, no período de 2007 a 2013. Os animais foram submetidos ao exame clínico e ultrassonográfico, seguido de coleta de sangue e urina para exames laboratoriais. Todos os animais exibiram uma sintomatologia clínica condizente com um quadro de TP. Os níveis séricos de betahidroxibutirato (BHB) e ácidos graxos não esterificados (AGNE) encontraram-se elevados em todas as ovelhas. Os valores de cortisol e glicose também estavam elevados e os de insulina reduzidos, além disso, todos os animais apresentaram cetonúria. Das 35 ovelhas avaliadas, 25 apresentaram apenas o quadro de TP (G1), e 10 além da TP apresentaram também outras enfermidades infecciosas concomitantes (G2). No proteinograma, houve aumento nos níveis séricos de haptoglobina, alfa1-glicoproteína ácida e transferrina e redução da PM 23000 Da (proteína ainda não identificada nominalmente) nos dois grupos, enquanto que os de IgG [...](AU)

Proteinograma de ovejas afectadas por casos naturales de toxemia de la prenhez / Protein profile in ewes affected by natural pregnancy toxemia / Proteinograma de ovelhas acometidas por casos naturais de toxemia da prenhez

Los estudios sobre la toxemia de la prenhez (TP) en ovejas han sido constantes y inovadoradores en algunos conceptos, pero no hay estudios en Brasil sobre las concentraciones de proteína de casos clínicos naturales de la enfermedad en esta especie. Por lo tanto, el objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar las concentraciones de proteína en sangre de casos clínicos naturales de TP en ovejas y comparar los resultados de acuerdo a la presencia sólo de TP y TP con enfermedades infecciosas intercurrentes. Evaluamos 35 ovejas se reunieron en la Clínica Bovina, Campus Garanhuns/UFRPE diagnosticado con TP en el período de 2007 a 2013. Los animales fueron sometidos a un examen clínico y ultrasonido, seguida de la recogida de sangre y orina para análisis de laboratorio. Todos los animales mostraron síntomas clínicos compatibles con un marco de TP. Los niveles séricos de betahidroxibutirato (BHB) y ácidos grasos no esterificados (NEFA) que se encuentran a ser altos en todas las ovejas. Cortisol sérico y la glucosa también eran altas, mientras que la insulina reducida, además, todos los animales mostraron cetonuria. Entre las ovejas 35 evaluados, 25 manifestaron sólo el marco TP (G1), y 10 más allá de la TP también tenía otras enfermedades infecciosas concomitantes (G2). En proteinograma, hubo un aumento en la haptoglobina sérica, glucoproteína alfa1-ácido y transferrina en ambos grupos [...]

Studies on pregnancy toxemia in ewes have been constant and innovative in some respects. However, there are no previous reports on the protein profile of ewes naturally affected by this condition in Brazil. Thus, the aim of the present study was to determine the protein profile of Brazilian ewes affected with pregnancy toxemia and compare the results with ewes affected with concomitant diseases. Thirty-five ewes with a diagnosis of pregnancy toxemia were evaluated at the Bovine Clinic of the Rural Federal University of Pernambuco, Garanhuns Campus, between 2007 and 2013. The animals were submitted to clinical and ultrasound exams, followed by blood and urine collection for laboratory exams. All animals exhibited clinical symptoms of pregnancy toxemia, with elevated beta-hydroxybutyrate acid and non-esterified fatty acids. Ketonuria was found in all animals. The hormone profile revealed high levels of cortisol and low levels of insulin. Among the 35 ewes analyzed, 25 only exhibited pregnancy toxemia (G1) and ten also exhibited concomitant infectious illnesses (G2). The protein test revealed increased serum levels of haptoglobin, alfa1-acid glycoprotein and transferrin as well as reduced PM 23000 Da (protein not yet nominally identified) in both groups, whereas IgG was slightly elevated in the animals in G1 and fibrinogen was elevated in G2. Based on the present findings, the severe [...]

Os estudos sobre a toxemia da prenhez (TP) na espécie ovina têm sido constantes e inovadoradores em alguns conceitos, porém não há relatos no Brasil sobre o proteinograma em ovelhas acometidas por casos naturais da doença. Diante disso, objetivou-se avaliar o proteinograma de ovelhas com a enfermidade e comparar os resultados de acordo com a presença apenas da TP e de outras doenças concomitantes. Foram avaliadas 35 ovelhas atendidas na Clínica de Bovinos, campus Garanhuns/UFRPE, diagnosticadas com TP, no período de 2007 a 2013. Os animais foram submetidos ao exame clínico e ultrassonográfico, seguido de coleta de sangue e urina para exames laboratoriais. Todos os animais exibiram uma sintomatologia clínica condizente com um quadro de TP. Os níveis séricos de betahidroxibutirato (BHB) e ácidos graxos não esterificados (AGNE) encontraram-se elevados em todas as ovelhas. Os valores de cortisol e glicose também estavam elevados e os de insulina reduzidos, além disso, todos os animais apresentaram cetonúria. Das 35 ovelhas avaliadas, 25 apresentaram apenas o quadro de TP (G1), e 10 além da TP apresentaram também outras enfermidades infecciosas concomitantes (G2). No proteinograma, houve aumento nos níveis séricos de haptoglobina, alfa1-glicoproteína ácida e transferrina e redução da PM 23000 Da (proteína ainda não identificada nominalmente) nos dois grupos, enquanto que os de IgG [...]

Achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de bezerros com úlceras de abomaso / Clinical, laboratory and anatomopathological findings of abomasal ulcers in calves

O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar os principais achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de oito bezerros acometidos com úlceras de abomaso, atendidos na Clínica de Bovinos, Campus Garanhuns/Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco - UFRPE, no período de 2000 a 2014. As principais queixas relatadas pelos proprietários foram: apatia e em alguns casos diarreia de coloração enegrecida. Ao exame físico foram evidenciadas: apatia, anorexia, palidez de mucosas, caquexia, hipertermia e desidratação de grau moderado a grave. Ao exame do abdômen foram constatadas alterações no contorno, hipomotilidade ruminal, abomasal e intestinal. As fezes se apresentaram na grande maioria dos casos pastosas, de coloração enegrecida, fétidas e com muco. Alguns dos animais apresentaram doenças concomitantes: broncopneumonia, tristeza parasitária, timpanismo e diarreia. Dos oito animais atendidos, sete vieram a óbito e apenas um recebeu alta. Dentre as alterações encontradas no hemograma chamaram atenção leucocitose por neutrofilia ( = 18.400/μL). Hipoproteinemia, hiperfibrinogenemia e diminuição do hematócrito. A análise do fluído ruminal destacou o comprometimento acentuado do número de infusórios vivos, diminuição da densidade e motilidade, odor alterado, coloração quase sempre enegrecida e elevação no teor de cloretos ( = 73,58 mEq/L). Os principais achados anatomopatológicos foram: úlceras de tamanhos e tipos variados distribuídas pela mucosa abomasal, coágulos no lúmen do órgão, estenose pilórica e peritonite difusa. Diante desses achados conclui-se que esta enfermidade tem grande importância econômica e produtiva, principalmente em animais mais jovens como os bezerros que quando acometidos possuem risco de morte.(AU)

The aim of this study was to report the main clinical, laboratory and pathological findings of eight affected calves abomasum ulcers treated at Clínica de Bovinos, Campus Garanhuns / Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco - UFRPE, from 2000 to 2014. The main complaints the owners were apathy and in some cases diarrhea blackish color. Physical examination was shown apathy, anorexia, pale mucous membranes, cachexia, hyperthermia and moderate to severe dehydration. On examination of the abdomen changes were observed in the contour, ruminal, abomasal and intestinal hypomotility. The faeces presented in most cases pasty, blackened color, malodorous and mucus. Some of the animals had concomitant diseases: pneumonia, tick fever, bloating and diarrhea. Of the eight animals served seven came to death and only one was discharged. Among the changes found in the count blood cells called attention leukocytosis by neutrophilia ( = 18,400 / uL). Hypoproteinemia, hyperfibrinogenemia and decreased hematocrit. The analysis of ruminal fluid highlighted the severe impairment of the number of live infusoria, reduced density and motility, altered odor, color almost always blackened and increase in chloride content ( = 73.58 mEq / L). The main pathological findings were different sizes and types of ulcers distributed by abomasal mucosa, blood clots in the lumen of the organ, pyloric stenosis and diffuse peritonitis. Given these findings it is accomplished that this disease is very important economic and productive, especially in younger animals as calves when affected has risk of death.(AU)

Achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de bezerros com úlceras de abomaso / Clinical, laboratory and anatomopathological findings of abomasal ulcers in calves

O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar os principais achados clínicos, laboratoriais e anatomopatológicos de oito bezerros acometidos com úlceras de abomaso, atendidos na Clínica de Bovinos, Campus Garanhuns/Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco - UFRPE, no período de 2000 a 2014. As principais queixas relatadas pelos proprietários foram: apatia e em alguns casos diarreia de coloração enegrecida. Ao exame físico foram evidenciadas: apatia, anorexia, palidez de mucosas, caquexia, hipertermia e desidratação de grau moderado a grave. Ao exame do abdômen foram constatadas alterações no contorno, hipomotilidade ruminal, abomasal e intestinal. As fezes se apresentaram na grande maioria dos casos pastosas, de coloração enegrecida, fétidas e com muco. Alguns dos animais apresentaram doenças concomitantes: broncopneumonia, tristeza parasitária, timpanismo e diarreia. Dos oito animais atendidos, sete vieram a óbito e apenas um recebeu alta. Dentre as alterações encontradas no hemograma chamaram atenção leucocitose por neutrofilia ( = 18.400/μL). Hipoproteinemia, hiperfibrinogenemia e diminuição do hematócrito. A análise do fluído ruminal destacou o comprometimento acentuado do número de infusórios vivos, diminuição da densidade e motilidade, odor alterado, coloração quase sempre enegrecida e elevação no teor de cloretos ( = 73,58 mEq/L). Os principais achados anatomopatológicos foram: úlceras de tamanhos e tipos variados distribuídas pela mucosa abomasal, coágulos no lúmen do órgão, estenose pilórica e peritonite difusa. Diante desses achados conclui-se que esta enfermidade tem grande importância econômica e produtiva, principalmente em animais mais jovens como os bezerros que quando acometidos possuem risco de morte.

The aim of this study was to report the main clinical, laboratory and pathological findings of eight affected calves abomasum ulcers treated at Clínica de Bovinos, Campus Garanhuns / Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco - UFRPE, from 2000 to 2014. The main complaints the owners were apathy and in some cases diarrhea blackish color. Physical examination was shown apathy, anorexia, pale mucous membranes, cachexia, hyperthermia and moderate to severe dehydration. On examination of the abdomen changes were observed in the contour, ruminal, abomasal and intestinal hypomotility. The faeces presented in most cases pasty, blackened color, malodorous and mucus. Some of the animals had concomitant diseases: pneumonia, tick fever, bloating and diarrhea. Of the eight animals served seven came to death and only one was discharged. Among the changes found in the count blood cells called attention leukocytosis by neutrophilia ( = 18,400 / uL). Hypoproteinemia, hyperfibrinogenemia and decreased hematocrit. The analysis of ruminal fluid highlighted the severe impairment of the number of live infusoria, reduced density and motility, altered odor, color almost always blackened and increase in chloride content ( = 73.58 mEq / L). The main pathological findings were different sizes and types of ulcers distributed by abomasal mucosa, blood clots in the lumen of the organ, pyloric stenosis and diffuse peritonitis. Given these findings it is accomplished that this disease is very important economic and productive, especially in younger animals as calves when affected has risk of death.