Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: editors Title: LIST OF VOLUME 62 REVIEWERS Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: I-II Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/10740-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/10740-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:10740-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: U. Aydogdu Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey Author-Name: H. Guzelbektes Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek, Kyrgyztan Title: Effect of colostrum composition on passive calf immunity in primiparous and multiparous dairy cows Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of colostrum quality and composition on passive calf immunity in primiparous and multiparous dairy cows. Twenty-four primiparous and 24 multiparous dairy cows were used in this study. Calves born from primiparous dairy cows comprised the first group and calves born from multiparous dairy cows constituted the second group. After birth, colostrum samples were immediately taken from dairy cows. Venous blood samples were collected from the calves before the first colostrum intake and on the 2nd, 7th, 14th and 28th days after the first colostrum intake. Blood and colostrum samples were analysed for biochemical parameters, immunoglobulin and mineral levels. Fat and crude protein levels in colostrum were determined using the Gerber and Kjeldahl methods, respectively. Immunoglobulin levels in the colostrum of multiparous cows were significantly (P < 0.05) higher compared to primiparous cows while fat ratio, LDH activity, Ca, Mg, P and K levels were lower. There was a positive correlation among colostrum immunoglobulin, gamma-glutamyltransferase, crude protein and total protein. Serum immunoglobulin, total protein, globulin and gamma-glutamyltransferase activity in all calves were increased following the colostrum feeding. However, the serum immunoglobulin, total protein, globulin and gamma-glutamyltransferase levels in the second group of calves were higher than those of the first group of calves. There was a positive correlation among serum immunoglobulin, gamma-glutamyltransferase, globulin and total protein. Fe concentrations in all calves decreased over the course of 14 days and were lower in the second group of calves compared to the first group. In conclusion, the results of this study show that the colostrum quality of multiparous cows was better than that of primiparous cows. Colostrum crude protein, total protein, gamma-glutamyltransferase along with colostrum immunoglobulin might be used to determine colostrum quality. Serum immunoglobulin, total protein, globulin and gamma-glutamyltransferase activities could be used to determine the passive transfer status of calves. Keywords: calves, immunoglobulin G, mineral concentrations Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 1-11 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/40/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/40/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0002.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:40-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: P. Holak Author-Name: M. Jalynski Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Olsztyn, Poland Author-Name: I. Babinska Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Olsztyn, Poland Title: Effectiveness of gastroduodenostomy created with the use of shape memory compression anastomosis clips: observations in a porcine model Abstract: This article evaluates the effectiveness of gastroduodenostomies created with the use of shape memory compression anastomosis clips (CAC) and compares the surgical outcomes with those of hand-sewn anastomoses. We performed Billroth's operation I in eight pigs: shape memory compression clips were used in six animals and hand-sewn anastomoses were created in two animals. Postoperative complications such as leakage or obstructed passage of digesta were not observed in any of the patients. Pathomorphological examinations and histopathological analyses confirmed that all anastomoses were tight and that gastroduodenal continuity was fully restored. In comparison with hand-sewn anastomoses, compression clips shortened the time of the surgical procedure and proved to be a safe, effective and low-cost technique for performing Billroth's operation I in animals. The experience and knowledge acquired during the experiment will be used to maximise the effectiveness of gastroduodenostomy in canine and feline patients. Keywords: Billroth I, NiTi alloy, pig, CAC, histopathology Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 12-17 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/22/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/22/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0003.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:22-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Z. Sladek Author-Workplace-Name: Mendel university, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: M. Prudikova Author-Workplace-Name: Mendel university, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: A. Knoll Author-Workplace-Name: Mendel university, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: P. Kulich Author-Workplace-Name: Veterinary Research Institute, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: I. Steinhauserova Author-Workplace-Name: University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: G. Borilova Author-Workplace-Name: University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences Brno, Brno, Czech Republic Title: Effect of early immunocastration on testicular histology in pigs Abstract: The objective of this study was to investigate short- and long-term effects of early immunocastration with Improvac® vaccine, administered in two doses, at ages eight and 14 weeks, on testicular histology in pigs slaughtered eight or 15 weeks after the second dose. We hypothesised that the effectiveness of early vaccination could be diminished by late application of the booster dose and/or delayed time of slaughter. Thirty non-castrated male pigs of a commercial hybrid breed were used in this study. Pigs (n = 15) in the control group (NOCA) remained intact throughout the study. Pigs (n = 15) in the experimental group (IMCA) were administered Improvac in two doses: a priming dose at eight weeks and a booster dose at 14 weeks. Subsequently, nine of the IMCA pigs were slaughtered at eight weeks and the remaining six at 15 weeks after the second dose. In NOCA pigs, we observed normal spermatogenesis in the tubuli seminiferi and many prominent interstitial endocrine (Leydig) cells. In IMCA8 pigs, there was a noticeable decrease in the diameter and area of seminiferous tubules and spermatogenesis was absent. Interstitial endocrine cells appeared atrophied with pyknotic nuclei. In IMCA15 pigs, we observed a larger diameter of tubuli, thickened germinal epithelium and larger and more numerous interstitial endocrine cells when compared to IMCA8. In conclusion, these results demonstrate that early immunocastration with Improvac disrupts spermatogenesis and reduces the number and size of interstitial endocrine cells. This indicates that vaccination at an age of eight weeks and again at 14 weeks in pigs causes disruption of testicular histology and spermatogenesis at least through the subsequent 15 weeks. Keywords: testis, structure, microscopy, pig, Improvac Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 18-27 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/121/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/121/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0004.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:121-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: P. Przyborowska Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland Author-Name: Z. Adamiak Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland Author-Name: P. Holak Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland Author-Name: Y. Zhalniarovich Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland Author-Name: W.S. Maksymowicz Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland Title: Diagnosis of cerebral ventriculomegaly in felines using 0.25 Tesla and 3 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging Abstract: Twenty European shorthair cats with neurological disorders, aged 1-3 years and with body weights of 2.6-4.05 kg, were studied in low-field and high-field magnetic resonance imaging systems. Aims of the study were to evaluate the dilation of lateral ventricles in the examined population of cats with the use of quantitative analysis methods and to identify any differences in the results of low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging. The average brain height was determined to 27.3 mm, and the average volume of the brain was 10 699.7 mm3. Moderately enlarged ventricles were observed in 16 symptomatic cats. Moderate unilateral enlargement was observed in one cat. Mild ventricular asymmetry was described in four animals. The average difference in ventricular height between measurements obtained in low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging was 0.37 ± 0.16% and for ventricular volume it was 0.62 ± 0.29%. The magnetic resonance imaging scan did not reveal statistically significant differences in brain height or volume between healthy and cats with ventriculomegaly. The differences in the results of low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging were not statistically significant. Described findings could facilitate the interpretation of magnetic resonance images in cats with ventriculomegaly or hydrocephalus. Keywords: cat, brain, hydrocephalus, cerebrospinal fluid, dilation Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 28-35 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/59/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/59/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0005.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:59-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: O. Guzel Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey Author-Name: E. Yildar Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey Author-Name: B. Karan Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey Author-Name: D. Aydin Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey Author-Name: D.S. Mckinstry Author-Workplace-Name: Veterinary Surgeon, Bath, England Title: Unusual hyperthermia related to general anaesthesia in an Anatolian shepherd dog Abstract: This case report describes the diagnosis, the treatment options available in the absence of dantrolene and outcome of anaesthesia-related hyperthermia seen for the first time in an Anatolian shepherd dog. The case consisted of a nine-month-old male Anatolian shepherd dog with bilateral antebrachium fractures. For surgical treatment, the patient was pre-medicated with xylazine; anaesthesia was induced using ketamine and maintained with isoflurane. Approximately 40 minutes after isoflurane administration, tachypnoea, tachycardia, increase in body temperature and rigidity in the forelegs and masseter muscles was noticed. Inhalation anaesthesia was discontinued and hyperventilation was performed with 100% O2. Due to its vasodilatory properties, diazepam was administered both to achieve muscle relaxation and to decrease body temperature. Alfentanil was used in an attempt to lower respiratory and heart rates. Intravenous administration of cold crystalloid solutions and external ice packs was used to lower body temperature. All these interventions kept the patient alive. Keywords: hyperthermia, respiratory rate, heart rate, muscle rigidity, diazepam, alfentanil Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 36-39 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/123/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/123/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0006.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:123-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: P. Borska Author-Workplace-Name: University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: R. Husnik Author-Workplace-Name: Louisiana State University, Louisiana, USA Author-Name: P. Fictum Author-Workplace-Name: University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: A. Kehl Author-Workplace-Name: Laboklin, Germany Author-Name: L. Leva Author-Workplace-Name: Veterinary Research Institute, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: M. Faldyna Author-Workplace-Name: Veterinary Research Institute, Brno, Czech Republic Title: Gastrointestinal B-lymphoblastic lymphoma in a dog: a case report Abstract: A four-year-old Bullmastiff weighing 44 kg was presented with a 14-day history of weight loss, vomiting and diarrhoea. Abdominal ultrasonography showed the presence of abdominal lymphadenopathy and thickening of the wall of the descending colon. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy with biopsy were performed. Histological examination revealed a high-grade lymphoblastic lymphoma, flow cytometric analysis detected malignant cells of the immature B phenotype. PCR for antigen receptor rearrangement confirmed IgH monoclonality pointing together with immunophenotyping to B-cell lymphoma. The dog was treated using a multi-agent chemotherapy protocol. The overall survival time was 487 days. This was an unusual case of primary gastrointestinal B-lymphoblastic lymphoma in a dog with survival equivalent to that of the multicentric form. Keywords: canine, alimentary, lymphoid neoplasia, immunophenotyping, PARR, chemotherapy Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 40-49 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/114/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/114/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0007.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:114-2017-VETMED Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: S.W. Bae Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Veterinary Surgery, College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea Author-Name: D.J. Chung Author-Workplace-Name: Nowon Animal Medical Center, Nowon-Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Author-Name: W.H. Chung Author-Workplace-Name: Nowon Animal Medical Center, Nowon-Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Author-Name: N.W. Park Author-Workplace-Name: Nowon Animal Medical Center, Nowon-Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Author-Name: C.Y. Lim Author-Workplace-Name: Nowon Animal Medical Center, Nowon-Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Author-Name: H.Y. Kim Author-Workplace-Name: Nowon Animal Medical Center, Nowon-Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Title: A rare case of a complex of multiple congenital anomalies diagnosed using computed tomography in a male puppy Abstract: A 50-day-old male Maltese puppy was presented with difficulty in defaecation. Based on the clinical signs, and physical and radiographic examinations, including computed tomography, his condition was diagnosed as hypospadias, along with atresia ani and urethrorectal fistula. Hypospadias is a congenital malformation of the urethra that is relatively uncommon in dogs, while atresia ani is a rare congenital anomaly of the rectum and anus. An additional anatomic abnormality that can be associated with atresia ani is a fistula between the urogenital tract and rectum. After appropriate surgical procedures, the puppy recovered and defaecation via the anus was restored. Keywords: dog, canine, atresia ani, congenital malformation, hypospadias, urethrorectal fistula Journal: Veterinární medicína Pages: 50-53 Volume: 63 Issue: 1 Year: 2018 DOI: 10.17221/91/2017-VETMED File-URL: http://vetmed.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/91/2017-VETMED.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/vet-201801-0008.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnlvet:v:63:y:2018:i:1:id:91-2017-VETMED