Veterinární medicína, 2015 (vol. 60), issue 8
Intraperitoneal lidocaine hydrochloride for prevention of intraperitoneal adhesions following laparoscopic genitourinary tract surgery in ewesOriginal Paper
R.S.G. Mariano, R.A.R. Uscategui, R.P. Nociti, V.J.C. Santos, L.C. Padilha-Nakaghi, F.F.P.C. Barros, M.A.M. Silva, C.A.S. Malta, D.V. Bonato, W.R.R. Vicente, P.P.M. Teixeira
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):403-406 | DOI: 10.17221/8414-VETMED 
Adhesion formation involving the genitourinary tract is common following laparoscopic procedures. To evaluate the effectiveness of intraperitoneal lidocaine hydrochloride 1% solution for the prevention of abdominal adhesions, twenty four Santa Ines ewes submitted to laparoscopic ovum pick-up, uterine puncture and local rinsing, were randomly distributed into two groups of 12 animals, according to rinsing solution: normal saline (SG) or 1% lidocaine hydrochloride solution (LG). Laparoscopy for manipulation of the reproductive tract (uterine puncture trauma model and ovum pick-up) was applied. A standard laparoscopic approach using three ports in triangulation...
The influence of sex, age and season on the haematological profile of alpacas (Vicugna pacos) in Central EuropeOriginal Paper
T. Husakova, L. Pavlata, A. Pechova, L. Tichy, K. Hauptmanova
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):407-414 | DOI: 10.17221/8415-VETMED
The aim of this study was to establish reference intervals for the haematological profile of alpacas on the basis of a large population of clinically healthy animals, and to determine the influence of sex, age and season on these indicators. Blood samples were collected from 243 alpacas (53 males and 156 females over six months of age and 34 crias - 12 males and 22 females - under six months of age). The selected farms were located in Central Europe (Czech Republic and Germany). We determined 13 haematological indicators. Comparison of the results was performed with respect to the sex of animals and for the older group also with regard to the season...
Associations between claw lesions and reproductive performance of sows in three Greek herdsOriginal Paper
M. Lisgara, V. Skampardonis, E. Angelidou, S. Kouroupides, L. Leontides
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):415-422 | DOI: 10.17221/8416-VETMED
Claw lesions, which are nowadays very common in sows, are associated with a high risk of early culling and compromised welfare. In this study, we investigated the associations between the severity of claw lesions and three of the most important reproductive indicators, the number of live-born and weaned piglets and the wean-to-first service interval in three Greek farrow-to-finish herds. All studied sows were individually housed during their previous gestations. Sows were examined for lesions, which were scored on a severity scale, on several anatomical sites of the claws, before farrowing. Data on the examined reproductive indicators were retrieved...
Effects of a cypermethrin-based pesticide on early life stages of common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.)Original Paper
Z. Richterova, J. Machova, A. Stara, J. Tumova, J. Velisek, M. Sevcikova, Z. Svobodova
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):423-431 | DOI: 10.17221/8417-VETMED
The aim of this study was to assess the effects of Cyperkill 25 EC (a.i. cypermethrin 250 g/l) on cumulative mortality, growth indices, and ontogenetic development of embryos and larvae of common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.). An early-life stage toxicity test was used. Liver, intestine, kidneys, and gills of surviving larvae were examined, and the activity of the detoxifying and antioxidative enzymes glutathione reductase (GR), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), catalase (CAT), glutathione-S-transferase (GST), as well as lipid peroxidation (TBARS) was determined. Eggs of common carp 24 h post-fertilisation were exposed for 35 days to Cyperkill 25...
Characteristics and risk factors of dog aggression in the Slovak RepublicOriginal Paper
R.E. Matos, T. Jakuba, I. Mino, M. Fejsakova, A. Demeova, J. Kottferova
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):432-445 | DOI: 10.17221/8418-VETMED
Canine aggression is a widespread problem which receives a lot of attention from the media. It has important consequences in terms of public health and animal welfare. To address this issue it is necessary to first determine its epidemiological characteristics in the target population. This study was aimed at exploring the characteristics and determining the risk factors for dog aggression in the Slovak Republic and, in particular, for aggression directed at humans. For this purpose, we used a questionnaire directed to dog owners which included information about dog and owner characteristics, housing, training and fear behaviour. From the 177 analysed...
Pulmonary oedema in a hunting dog: a case reportCase Report
C.F. Agudelo, P. Schanilec
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):446-449 | DOI: 10.17221/8419-VETMED
This case report describes an episode of acute dyspnoea after hunting in a Dachshund dog. Thoracic radiographs confirmed pulmonary oedema. Echocardiography, electrocardiography and cardiac markers were within normal limits. Based on the history, clinical signs and other diagnostic tests this case could have been neurogenic non-cardiogenic pulmonary oedema-like syndrome as described in Swedish dogs also after hunting and probably the first case detected in Central Europe. The dog survived with intense oxygen, diuretic and bronchodilator therapy. The pathological mechanisms of neurogenic non-cardiogenic pulmonary oedema are also discussed.
Effects of the dexmedetomidine, midazolam, butorphanol, and atropine combination on plasma oxidative status and cardiorespiratory parameters in raccoon dogs (Nyctereutes procyonoides)Case Report
X.J. Feng, X.Y. Hu, S. Zhang, J.N. Li, H.G. Fan
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):450-455 | DOI: 10.17221/8420-VETMED
Oxidative stress in the body occurs when the production of free radicals overwhelms the antioxidant defence systems. This study aimed to investigate the effects of a combination of dexmedetomidine, midazolam, butorphanol, and atropine (DMBA) as an anaesthetic on plasma oxidative status in twelve raccoon dogs. Baseline measures were recorded prior to anaesthesia, and then the animals were anaesthetised with the combination of dexmedetomidine (25 ug/kg), midazolam (0.45 mg/kg), butorphanol (0.25 mg/kg), and atropine (0.035 mg/kg). Temperature, respiratory rate, haemoglobin saturation by oxygen, pulse rate, systolic arterial pressure, diastolic arterial...
The lameness in a cryptorchid dog with intra-abdominal torsion of one of the two neoplastic testicles: a case reportCase Report
A. Bufalari, A. Proni, G. Moretti, A. Di Meo, S. Pirico
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):456-459 | DOI: 10.17221/8421-VETMED
This report describes a case of hind limb lameness associated with intra-abdominal torsion of a neoplastic testicle in a dog. An 11-year-old, male, bilaterally cryptorchid dog was referred for third degree lameness in the left hind limb. An orthopaedic and radiographic examination did not reveal any alteration in the limb, whereas transabdominal palpation and ultrasonography showed the presence of retained gonads. The surgical procedure revealed a left testicular torsion adherent to the viscera and peritoneum in the ventral-caudal part of the abdomen. A few days after a bilateral orchiectomy, the lameness was completely resolved. Histopathological...
Necrotising fasciitis, a potential threat following conservative treatment of a leucopenic cat: a case reportCase Report
T. Plavec, I. Zdovc, P. Juntes, T. Svara, I. Ambrozic-Avgustin, S. Suhadolc-Scholten
Vet Med - Czech, 2015, 60(8):460-467 | DOI: 10.17221/8422-VETMED
An eight-month-old, not vaccinated, intact male domestic shorthair cat from a multi-cat household was presented at the clinic because of fever, inappetence and listlessness. Although leucopenic, it was first treated with antibiotics and subcutaneous fluid administration. After several days of hospitalisation with only symptomatic treatment, it developed a vast area of skin necrosis and was consequently euthanised. Necropsy was performed revealing morphological lesions consistent with necrotising fasciitis (NF). Three multidrug resistant bacteria were isolated from the tissue.