Anatomical assessment of intrathoracic cardiovascular structures using fast spin-echo double inversion recovery and steady-state free precession magnetic resonance imaging in a normal cat
In this study, using non-contrast CMRI, we provide a thorough description of the normal appearance of the intrathoracic cardiovascular structures in one healthy cat using a magnet operating at a field of 1.5-Tesla. The CMRI protocol was based on the use of fast spin-echo double inversion recovery and steady-state free precession pulse sequences in oblique short-axis, vertical long-axis, and horizontal long-axis imaging planes. After imaging the feline heart, four cadaver cats injected with latex substance into their arterial and venous systems were sectioned to facilitate interpretation of the intrathoracic cardiovascular ...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - June 6, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
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Publication date: June 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology, Volume 23Author(s): (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - June 5, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Irish Wolfhounds with Subclinical Atrial Fibrillation: Progression of Disease and Causes of Death
ConclusionIW with subclinical AF commonly develop DCM and die from cardiac death. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 17, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Pulmonary artery banding in a kitten with a partial atrioventricular septal defect
Publication date: Available online 15 May 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary CardiologyAuthor(s): Chloë L. Block, Mathieu M. GlassmanAbstractA 9-month-old kitten with increased resting respiratory rate and exercise intolerance was diagnosed with a congenital partial atrioventricular septal defect causing pulmonary over circulation and presumed pulmonary hypertension based on echocardiogram. Invasive pressure measurements and contrast angiography confirmed this diagnosis. The cat underwent pulmonary artery banding under general anesthesia. Findings of echocardiogram 10 days post-operatively suggested reduced left to right s...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 15, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Anatomical assessment of intrathoracic cardiovascular anatomy using fast spin-echo double inversion recovery and steady-state free precession magnetic resonance imaging in a normal cat
In this study, using non-contrast CMRI, we provide a thorough description of the normal appearance of the intrathoracic cardiovascular structures in one healthy cat using a magnet operating at a field of 1.5-Tesla. The CMRI protocol was based on the use of fast spin-echo double inversion recovery (FSE-DIR) and steady-state free precession (SSFP) pulse sequences in oblique short axis, vertical long axis and horizontal long axis imaging planes. After imaging the feline heart, four cadaver cats injected with latex substance into their arterial and venous systems were sectioned to facilitate interpretation of the intrathoracic...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 15, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Surgical valvulotomy for tricuspid valve stenosis in a dog
Publication date: Available online 26 April 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary CardiologyAuthor(s): P. Bristow, A. Kurosawa, V.L. Fuentes, L. Rutherford, D. BrockmanAbstractA 2-year, 4-month-old neutered female Labrador retriever was brought for evaluation of right-sided congestive heart failure. Echocardiographic examination revealed tricuspid valve dysplasia with only two small orifices in the valve resulting in severe tricuspid stenosis. The dog underwent a right fifth lateral intercostal thoracotomy and surgical tricuspid valvulotomy, under cardiopulmonary bypass. The stenosis was relieved by dividing the valve leaflets...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 13, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Clinical efficacy of tadalafil compared to sildenafil in treatment of moderate to severe canine pulmonary hypertension: a pilot study
ConclusionIn this pilot study, phosphodiesterase-5 inhibition led to apparent improvement in quality of life scores without documenting superiority of tadalafil over sildenafil. Tadalafil at a dose of 2 mg/kg once daily appears to be a viable alternative to sildenafil in dogs with moderate-to-severe PH. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 11, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Preexcitation alternans in a dog
Publication date: Available online 19 April 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary CardiologyAuthor(s): G. Romito, N. Summerfield, M. Baron ToaldoAbstractPreexcitation alternans and orthodromic atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia were diagnosed in a 3-month-old Boxer. The images described here show how conventional electrocardiographic techniques (12-lead surface electrocardiography, 24-hour Holter monitoring, and ladder diagram) can be interpreted to gain detailed information on presence of canine atrioventricular accessory pathways and their conduction properties. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 8, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Left atrial size and volume in cats with primary cardiomyopathy with and without congestive heart failure
ConclusionsLeft atrial volumes were not superior to linear measurements of LA size in distinguishing CM and CHF cats in this study. Minimal LA size and volumes resulted in a larger area under the curve than each corresponding maximal value. Minimum LA size may be a better prognostic factor of CHF in cats with CM. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 8, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Cor triatriatum dexter in 17 dogs
ConclusionsCor triatriatum dexter in dogs is commonly seen in association with other right-sided congenital cardiac anomalies and may be an incidental finding. Dogs with CTD obstructing right atrial inflow can have a good outcome after intervention. Dogs with no clinical signs associated with the CTD may remain asymptomatic into adulthood. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 1, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Septic pericarditis and pericardial abscess secondary to a migrating foreign body in a dog
Publication date: June 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology, Volume 23Author(s): N.K. Sheehan, H.B. Kellihan, B. Yarnall, M. Graham, F. MooreAbstractAbscess formation in the pericardial space has been described as a rare complication of trauma, congenital defects, penetrating foreign body, or extension of local myocardial infection in the dog. Presented here is a case of a juvenile dog with septic pericardial effusion secondary to an isolated intrapericardial abscess. Surgical pericardiectomy was successful in removing the abscess and nidus for septic effusion in this patient, and histopathology of the abscess tiss...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - May 1, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Surgical management of tricuspid valve stenosis in a dog
Publication date: Available online 26 April 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary CardiologyAuthor(s): Poppy Bristow, Anne Kurosawa, Virginia Luis Fuentes, Lynda Rutherford, Dan BrockmanAbstractA 2 year 4 month old female neutered Labrador retriever was presented for evaluation right sided congestive heart failure. Echocardiographic examination revealed tricuspid valve dysplasia with only two small orifices in the valve resulting in severe tricuspid stenosis. The dog underwent a right fifth lateral intercostal thoracotomy and surgical tricuspid valvulotomy, under cardiopulmonary bypass. The stenosis was relieved by dividing th...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - April 27, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Pre-excitation alternans in a dog
Publication date: Available online 19 April 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary CardiologyAuthor(s): Giovanni Romito, Nuala Summerfield, Marco Baron ToaldoAbstractPre-excitation alternans and orthodromic atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia were diagnosed in a 3-month-old Boxer. The images here described show how conventional electrocardiographic techniques (12-lead surface electrocardiography, 24-hour Holter monitoring, ladder diagram) can be interpreted to gain detailed information on presence of canine atrioventricular accessory pathways and their conduction properties. (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - April 20, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Treatment of caudal cavoatrial junction obstruction in a dog with a balloon-expandable biliary stent
Publication date: June 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology, Volume 23Author(s): M. Rohrbaugh, K.E. Schober, J.D. Bonagura, S. Cheatham, J. Rhinehart, D. BermanAbstractA 2-year-old intact female mixed breed dog was presented for ascites. Echocardiography demonstrated severe obstruction at the level of the caudal right atrium. Initially, a variant of cor triatriatum dexter was diagnosed, and balloon catheter dilation was performed. However, ascites recurred within a week. Further imaging revealed an obstruction at the entrance of the caudal vena cava into the right atrium rather than a dividing membrane in the right...
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - March 29, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Journal title page and editorial board
Publication date: April 2019Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology, Volume 22Author(s): (Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology)
Source: Journal of Veterinary Cardiology - March 24, 2019 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
