Jepm january 2017 – abstracts
Santangelo B, Micieli F, Mozzillo T, et al: Transnasal administration of a combination of dexmedetomidine, midazolam, and butorphanol produces deep sedation in New Zealand White rabbits. Vet Anaesth Analg 43(2): 209-214, 2016. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 23, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Connie Orcutt Tags: ABSTRACTS Source Type: research
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This text is masterly edited by Brain L. Speer, DVM, Dip. ABVP (Avian), Dip. ECZM (Avian), with more than 87 contributors from around the world, divided in 4 sections with a total of 25 chapters, more than 800 full color images, 3 appendices, and over 900 pages. The foreword, from Dr. James M. Harris, gives a brief but meaningful personal historical perspective of the progression of the field of avian medicine and surgery since Robert Stroud ’s book was first published. The forward also reveals to this reviewer, but probably well known by many, an early mentorship link with the editor of this book. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 23, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: David Sanchez-Migallon Guzman Tags: LITERATURE REVIEW Source Type: research
Airway Management In The Rabbit
A key factor when establishing a general anaesthetic protocol is proper airway management. Due to its unique anatomy, the rabbit presents the anesthetist with several challenges regarding airway management. Methods for managing a rabbit patient ′s airway along with the potential advantages and complications associated with these described techniques, is the focus of this clinical review. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 16, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Molly Varga Source Type: research
Aberrant Migration of Cuterebra Larvae in 2 Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
This report describes 2 cases of cuterebriasis in an atypical host, the domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Case 1 describes the clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of ophthalmomyiasis externa caused by a bot fly larva. Case 2 outlines the clinical syndromes, postmortem, and histopathological findings associated with Cuterebra larval migrans through the respiratory and central nervous systems. In both cases the presence of the parasite caused significant debilitating disease in the host animals, with fatal consequences in one patient. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 12, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Michelle Sutherland, Christine T. Higbie, Nicholas A. Crossland, Filipe Espinheira, Dawn Evans, Courtenay M. Brines, Thomas N. Tully Tags: AEMV Forum Source Type: research
Surgical resection of a testicular seminoma in a guinea pig (cavia porcellus)
An approximately 6-year-old intact male guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) was presented for a 5 to 6-day history of an enlarged left testicle. Physical examination revealed a firm mass, roughly 5cm in diameter, encompassing the region of the left testicle. All other organ systems appeared unremarkable. Routine bilateral orchiectomy was performed, and the enlarged testicle submitted for histopathologic analysis. Histopathologic results confirmed the presence of a seminoma with intravascular invasion. The patient made a complete recovery, and contrast-enhanced computed tomography, performed 4 months post-operatively, did not reve...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 12, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Rima J. Kharbush, Renee Richmond, Howard Steinberg, Kurt K. Sladky Source Type: research
Aberrant migration of cuterebra larvae in two domestic rabbits (oryctolagus cuniculus)
This report describes two cases of cuterebriasis in an atypical host, the domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Case 1 describes the clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of ophthalmomyiasis externa caused by a bot fly larva. Case 2 outlines the clinical syndromes, postmortem and histopathological findings associated with Cuterebra larval migrans through the respiratory and central nervous systems. In both cases the presence of the parasite caused significant debilitating disease in the host animals, with fatal consequences in one patient. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 12, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Michelle Sutherland, ChristineT. Higbie, Nicholas A. Crossland, Filipe Espinheira, Dawn Evans, Charles M. Brines, Thomas N. Tully Source Type: research
Malignant Plasma Cell Neoplasia in Ferrets: A Review of 6 Cases
This article reviews the clinical findings for 6 ferrets with histopathologically confirmed malignant cell neoplasia. The most common clinical sign was hind limb ataxia or paresis (5/6), although hyperglobulinemia was identified as the most consistent hematologic abnormality (5/6) between cases. At the time of diagnosis, the malignancy had disseminated into>4 locations in most of the ferret patients. The clinical presentation of malignant plasma cell tumors in the ferret may be similar to that of multiple myeloma in other species. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 9, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Dawn O. Clagett, Matthew S. Johnston, Sushan Han Tags: AEMV Forum Source Type: research
Management of Otitis in Rabbits
Diseases of the ear are common in pet rabbits. The basic anatomy of the “standard” rabbit is similar to the canine and feline ear; however there are a few important differences. Otitis refers to inflammation of one or more structure of the ear and includes otitis externa (the ear canal), otitis media (tympanic membrane, bony acoustic duct, and tympanic cavity) and o titis interna (inner ear). Etiology and clinical presentations of the different classifications of otitis in rabbits are revised in this article. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 9, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Elisabetta Mancinelli, Angela M. Lennox Source Type: research
Malignant plasma cell neoplasia in ferrets: a review of six cases
This article reviews the clinical findings for 6 ferrets with histopathologically-confirmed malignant cell neoplasia. The most common clinical sign was hind limb ataxia or paresis (5/6), while hyperglobulinemia was identified as the most consistent hematologic abnormality (5/6) between cases. At the time of diagnosis, the malignancy had disseminated into> 4 locations in the majority of ferret patients. The clinical presentation of malignant plasma cell tumors in the ferret may be similar to that of multiple myeloma in other species. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 9, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Dawn O. Clagett, Matthew S. Johnston, Sushan Han Source Type: research
Unusual Gross Presentation of Sarcocystis-Like Pectoral Muscle Lymphoma Attributed to Marek ’s Disease in a Backyard Chicken
Marek ʼs disease–induced lymphomas of skeletal muscle are rarely reported in chickens. Three mixed-breed, adult backyard chickens, which belonged to a flock with a previous history of anorexia, depression, ruffled feathers, whitish diarrhea, weight loss and death, were submitted for postmortem examinat ion and diagnostic testing. Grossly, 2 birds had moderate pectoral atrophy, whereas the remaining chicken had numerous white, rice-grain sized foci distributed throughout the pectoral musculature. Severe proventricular wall thickening was observed in all 3 chickens and moderate intestinal Ascaridia spp. (Source: Journal o...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Carlos Daniel Gornatti Churria, Panayiotis Loukopoulos, Javier Origlia, Nancy Arias, Miguel Herrero Loyola, Miguel P íscopo Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Detection of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases in Escherichia coli From Cage Birds
The objective of this research study was to determine the prevalence of ESBLs-producing E. coli in various pet birds in Hatay, Turkey. The 4 bacterial isolates obta ined displayed different frequencies of antimicrobial susceptibility among 24 antibiotics. The 4 E. coli isolates were classified as group B1 based on phylogenetic analysis. Pulsed-field gel electrophoresis was used to detect molecular typing of the β-lactam resistance gene (blaCTX-M) isolates and 2 different pulsotypes were revealed from the same pet shop. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Ebru Şebnem Yılmaz, Ayşe Dolar Tags: Research Source Type: research
Prevalence of Citrobacter spp. From Pet Turtles and Their Environment
Pet turtles are considered a source of bacterial infection to humans when handled in captivity. Turtles purchased from nine pet shops and eight online markets in Korea were examined to determine whether the turtles and their environment were contaminated with Citrobacter spp. Biochemical tests and morphology revealed that Citrobacter spp. were isolated from 7 fecal and seventy-six environmental samples. Five bacteria among the seven fecal isolates were identified as Citrobacter freundii through 16S rRNA gene sequencing. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Sabrina Hossain, Sudu Hakuruge Madusha Pramud Wimalasena, Mahanama De Zoysa, Gang-Joon Heo Source Type: research
Tramadol
is a synthetic codeine analog which acts centrally as a µ-opiod agonist and inhibits reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine.1 First synthesized in 1962, tramadol has been used in Germany to control pain in humans since 1977 and in 1995 was finally approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration.2 Currently tramadol is widely used as an oral analgesic for veterinary patients, especially dogs with an ever increasing application for companion exotic animals. However, the pharmacology of tramadol is complex with the drug being a racemic compound composed of both + and – enantiomers. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Abigale Duvall Source Type: research
Total pneumocystectomy in a telescope goldfish (carassius auratus) with fungal pneumocystitis
A black telescope goldfish (Carassius auratus), approximately 2-years-old, was presented for positive buoyancy disorder of 2 months duration. Physical examination revealed positive buoyancy with a left-sided coelomic distension emerging out of water with cutaneous ulceration. Radiographic and ultrasonographic imaging revealed gaseous distension and malposition of the swim bladder with no other abnormalities noted. A treatment based on antibiotic therapy, increased salinity, and repeated pneumocystocentesis was unsuccessful and the fish eventually became negatively buoyant. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Graham Zoller, Ariane Santamaria-Bouvier, Julie De Lasalle, Caroline Cluzel, Alexis Duhamelle, Sylvain Larrat, Edouard Maccolini Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Unusual gross presentation of sarcocystis-like pectoral muscle lymphoma attributed to marek ´s disease in a backyard chicken
Marek ´s disease induced lymphomas of skeletal muscle are rarely reported in chickens. Three mixed-breed, adult backyard chickens, which belonged to a flock with a previous history of anorexia, depression, ruffled feathers, whitish diarrhea, weight loss and death, were submitted for post mortem examinati on and diagnostic testing. Grossly, two birds had moderate pectoral atrophy whereas the remaining chicken had numerous white, rice-grain sized, foci distributed throughout the pectoral musculature. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - October 6, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Carlos Daniel Gornatti Churria, Panayiotis Loukopoulos, Javier Origlia, Nancy Arias, Miguel Herrero Loyola, Miguel P íscopo Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
