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ABAutosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) has been related to left ventricular structural and functional abnormalities in human patients. The present study aimed to evaluate the cardiac structural and functional findings in Persian cats with ADPKD. Client-owned ADPKD (n=12) and non-ADPKD (n=12) Persian cats were enrolled in this study. The animals underwent echo- and electrocardiographic (ECG) examinations, and non-invasive measurements of systolic blood pressure (SBP) were obtained. Both groups were similar regarding hematological and biochemical parameters, including white blood cell count and levels of blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, total protein and thyroxine. There were no differences related to ECG parameters between ADPKD and non-ADPKD cats. Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) was demonstrated in 6/12 (50%) normotensive ADPKD cats with preserved renal function. There were no differences between animal groups regarding the echocardiographic parameters, including left ventricular ejection fraction and shortening fraction; however, basal interventricular septal thickness at end-diastole near the left ventricular outflow tract and aortic artery flow velocity showed slightly elevated values in ADPKD-cats. Our study revealed that Persian cats with ADPKD do not reproduce the functional and structural cardiac phenotype reported in human patients; however, large-scale cohort studies are necessary to distinguish the possibilities of a true linkage between ventricular myocardial hypertrophy and ADPKD in this breed.(AU)

A doença renal policística autossômica dominante (DRPAD) tem sido relacionada a anormalidades estruturais e funcionais de ventrículo esquerdo em pacientes humanos. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar os achados estruturais e funcionais cardíacos em gatos persas com DRPAD. Gatos persas pertencentes à clientes com DRPAD (n=12) e sem DRPAD (n=12) foram envolvidos neste trabalho. Os animais foram submetidos aos exames de eco e eletrocardiografia (ECG) e foram obtidas medições não-invasivas da pressão arterial sistólica (PAS). Ambos os grupos apresentaram valores semelhantes em relação aos parâmetros hematológicos e bioquímicos, incluindo contagem de glóbulos brancos e níveis séricos de ureia, creatinina, proteína total e tiroxina. Não houve diferença em relação aos parâmetros do ECG entre os gatos com ou sem DRPAD. A hipertrofia ventricular esquerda foi demonstrada em 6/12 (50%) dos gatos normotensos com DRPAD e função renal preservada. Não houve diferenças entre os grupos em relação aos parâmetros ecocardiográficos, incluindo fração de ejeção e fração de encurtamento do ventrículo esquerdo, entretanto a espessura septal interventricular basal na diástole na via de saída do ventrículo esquerdo e a velocidade do fluxo da artéria aórtica mostraram valores ligeiramente elevados em gatos com DRPAD. Nosso estudo revelou que gatos persas com DRPAD não reproduzem o fenótipo cardíaco funcional e estrutural encontrado em pacientes humanos. No entanto, estudos de coorte em larga escala são necessários para distinguir as possibilidades de uma verdadeira ligação entre a hipertrofia ventricular do miocárdio e a DRPAD nesta raça.(AU)

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ABSTRACT: Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) has been related to left ventricular structural and functional abnormalities in human patients. The present study aimed to evaluate the cardiac structural and functional findings in Persian cats with ADPKD. Client-owned ADPKD (n=12) and non-ADPKD (n=12) Persian cats were enrolled in this study. The animals underwent echo- and electrocardiographic (ECG) examinations, and non-invasive measurements of systolic blood pressure (SBP) were obtained. Both groups were similar regarding hematological and biochemical parameters, including white blood cell count and levels of blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, total protein and thyroxine. There were no differences related to ECG parameters between ADPKD and non-ADPKD cats. Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) was demonstrated in 6/12 (50%) normotensive ADPKD cats with preserved renal function. There were no differences between animal groups regarding the echocardiographic parameters, including left ventricular ejection fraction and shortening fraction; however, basal interventricular septal thickness at end-diastole near the left ventricular outflow tract and aortic artery flow velocity showed slightly elevated values in ADPKD-cats. Our study revealed that Persian cats with ADPKD do not reproduce the functional and structural cardiac phenotype reported in human patients; however, large-scale cohort studies are necessary to distinguish the possibilities of a true linkage between ventricular myocardial hypertrophy and ADPKD in this breed.

RESUMO: A doença renal policística autossômica dominante (DRPAD) tem sido relacionada a anormalidades estruturais e funcionais de ventrículo esquerdo em pacientes humanos. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar os achados estruturais e funcionais cardíacos em gatos persas com DRPAD. Gatos persas pertencentes à clientes com DRPAD (n=12) e sem DRPAD (n=12) foram envolvidos neste trabalho. Os animais foram submetidos aos exames de eco e eletrocardiografia (ECG) e foram obtidas medições não-invasivas da pressão arterial sistólica (PAS). Ambos os grupos apresentaram valores semelhantes em relação aos parâmetros hematológicos e bioquímicos, incluindo contagem de glóbulos brancos e níveis séricos de ureia, creatinina, proteína total e tiroxina. Não houve diferença em relação aos parâmetros do ECG entre os gatos com ou sem DRPAD. A hipertrofia ventricular esquerda foi demonstrada em 6/12 (50%) dos gatos normotensos com DRPAD e função renal preservada. Não houve diferenças entre os grupos em relação aos parâmetros ecocardiográficos, incluindo fração de ejeção e fração de encurtamento do ventrículo esquerdo, entretanto a espessura septal interventricular basal na diástole na via de saída do ventrículo esquerdo e a velocidade do fluxo da artéria aórtica mostraram valores ligeiramente elevados em gatos com DRPAD. Nosso estudo revelou que gatos persas com DRPAD não reproduzem o fenótipo cardíaco funcional e estrutural encontrado em pacientes humanos. No entanto, estudos de coorte em larga escala são necessários para distinguir as possibilidades de uma verdadeira ligação entre a hipertrofia ventricular do miocárdio e a DRPAD nesta raça.

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Background: The ultrasound exam has always played a secondary role in pulmonary imaging, with its applicability restricted in emergency care to screen for pleural and/or pericardial effusion, pneumothorax and pulmonary contusion. The recognition of different reverberating artifacts arising from the normal aerated lungs (A lines) and in the presence of lungs with interstitial and/or alveolar infiltrates (B lines) led to wider application of the technique in patients with respiratory syndrome. The objective of this study was to describe the ultrasound imaging methodology and the aspects of the pleura, pleural space and lung fields in healthy dogs.Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty healthy dogs of different breeds and ages, males and females were evaluated in this study; good health status was confirmed by physical examination, electro and echocardiographic assessment, thoracic radiography and systemic arterial blood pressure measurements. Dogs were scanned by a single examiner experienced in diagnostic imaging and previously trained for 6 months in thoracic ultrasound image interpretation. A MyLab 40 with a microconvex multifrequency probe (5-8 MHz) was used in this study. Evaluation was performed in an orthopneic position (standing or sternal recumbecy) under manual containment. Ultrasound examinations were based on the VetBLUE (Veterinary Bedside Lung Ultrasound Exam) protocol. Lung fields were regionally scanned at the 2nd-3rd, 4-5th, 6-7th and 8-9th intercostal spaces in the right and left hemithorax. A subxiphoid window was added to screen for free fluid in the pleural space and/or pericardial sac. Pleural sliding and A lines, that are hyperechoic parallel equidistant lines arising from the visceral pleura-lung interface could be easily seen at all intercostal spaces in all dogs in this sample, with more difficult visualization at the 2nd-3rd intercostal space. B lines were observed in seven out of twenty dogs (35%).[...](AU)

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Background: The ultrasound exam has always played a secondary role in pulmonary imaging, with its applicability restricted in emergency care to screen for pleural and/or pericardial effusion, pneumothorax and pulmonary contusion. The recognition of different reverberating artifacts arising from the normal aerated lungs (A lines) and in the presence of lungs with interstitial and/or alveolar infiltrates (B lines) led to wider application of the technique in patients with respiratory syndrome. The objective of this study was to describe the ultrasound imaging methodology and the aspects of the pleura, pleural space and lung fields in healthy dogs.Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty healthy dogs of different breeds and ages, males and females were evaluated in this study; good health status was confirmed by physical examination, electro and echocardiographic assessment, thoracic radiography and systemic arterial blood pressure measurements. Dogs were scanned by a single examiner experienced in diagnostic imaging and previously trained for 6 months in thoracic ultrasound image interpretation. A MyLab 40 with a microconvex multifrequency probe (5-8 MHz) was used in this study. Evaluation was performed in an orthopneic position (standing or sternal recumbecy) under manual containment. Ultrasound examinations were based on the VetBLUE (Veterinary Bedside Lung Ultrasound Exam) protocol. Lung fields were regionally scanned at the 2nd-3rd, 4-5th, 6-7th and 8-9th intercostal spaces in the right and left hemithorax. A subxiphoid window was added to screen for free fluid in the pleural space and/or pericardial sac. Pleural sliding and A lines, that are hyperechoic parallel equidistant lines arising from the visceral pleura-lung interface could be easily seen at all intercostal spaces in all dogs in this sample, with more difficult visualization at the 2nd-3rd intercostal space. B lines were observed in seven out of twenty dogs (35%).[...]

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Most populations of wild felines are now considered endangered or near extinction due to the indiscriminate hunting and the reduction of their natural habitat, caused by man. Due to the limited number of animals within a population, these species are especially vulnerable to the impacts of diseases and endogamy. In addition, wild felines are also susceptible to metabolic and behavioral changes related to a change in their natural conditions, habitat, and feeding, when the animal enters into captivity. There are few descriptions in the literature of the serum biochemistries of lions and tigers. This study presents the biochemical parameters of 23 captive lions (Panthera leo) and 10 captive Siberian tigers (Panthera tigris altaica) from the Zoological Park of the Sao Paulo Foundation. Serum urea, creatinine, total protein, albumin, total, direct and indirect bilirubin were measured. In addition, serum levels of ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, glucose, CK, lactate dehydrogenase, cholesterol, and triglycerides were determined, as well as calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, sodium, and potassium. Biochemical parameters did not differ significantly among males and females lions, but higher albumin values were observed in male Panthera tigris altaica in comparison to females. The values obtained in this study may be used as reference for captive individuals of Panthera leo and Panthera tigris altaica.(AU)

A maioria das populações de felinos selvagens é considerada ameaçada ou em extinção devido à caça indiscriminada e à redução de seu habitat natural causada pelo homem. Devido ao número limitado de animais, essas espécies são vulneráveis às doenças e endogamia, além das alterações metabólicas e comportamentais relacionadas à mudança das condições naturais, habitat e alimentação e, ainda, à condição de cativeiro. Há poucos relatos na literatura sobre a bioquímica sérica em leões e tigres. Este estudo apresenta os parâmetros bioquímicos de 23 leões de cativeiro (Panthera leo) e 10 tigres siberianos de cativeiro (Panthera tigris altaica) do Fundação Parque Zoológico de São Paulo. Ureia; creatinina; AST; ALT; ALP; GGT; bilirrubinas totais, diretos e indiretos; proteína total; albumina; CK; lactato desidrogenase; os níveis de triglicérides, de colesterol e de glicose séricas foram determinados; e também os eletrólitos cálcio, fósforo, cloro, sódio e potássio. Não foram encontradas diferenças de parâmetros bioquímicos relacionados ao sexo de Panthera leo, mas para Panthera tigris altaica foram observados valores mais elevados de albumina em machos. Os valores obtidos neste estudo podem ser usados como referência para os indivíduos em cativeiro de Panthera leo e Panthera tigris altaica.(AU)

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Tricuspid valve dysplasia (TVD) is a congenital heart defect described in dogs and cats; however, in Brazil there are no reports of this condition in cats. Therefore, our goal was to report a case of TVD in a domestic cat. A four-year-old, female, domestic short hair cat that was seen at the Cardiology Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University of São Paulo, for apathy, appetite loss and dyspnea for five days. During physical examination, dyspnea with a restrictive respiratory pattern due to pleural effusion was observed. Thoracocentesis was performed and 450 mL of serosanguineous fluid was drained. Two-dimensional echocardiography in the right parasternal short-axis plane at the level of the papillary muscles showed right ventricular dilatation and paradoxical septal motion. On the left parasternal apical four-chamber view, significant dilatation of the right chambers, loss of mobility of the septal leaflet of the tricuspid valve and a thickened mural leaflet chordae with anomalous insertion were observed. Based on clinical and echocardiographic aspects, a diagnosis of TVD was given. Treatment was initiated with enalapril 0.5 mg/kg, furosemide 0.5 mg/kg and pimobendan 0.3 mg/kg every 12 hours, all per os. The patient experienced remission of clinical manifestations and survived for 50 days after diagnosis.(AU)

Displasia valvar tricúspide (DVT) é um defeito cardíaco congênito descrito em cães e gatos. Entretanto no Brasil ainda não há relato desta cardiopatia em felinos. Desta forma, objetivou-se relatar um caso de DVT em um felino doméstico. Uma gata de pelo curto, com quatro anos de idade foi atendida no Serviço de Cardiologia do Hospital Veterinário da Universidade de São Paulo, apresentando apatia, perda de apetite e dispneia há cinco dias. Durante o exame físico observou-se dispneia com padrão respiratório restritivo devido a presença de efusão pleural. Foram drenados 450 mL de líquido serosanguinolento por meio de toracocentese. O ecocardiograma no modo bidimensional, pela janela paraesternal direita, ao eixo curto transversal ao nível dos músculos papilares, revelou hipertrofia excêntrica do ventrículo direito e movimento septal paradoxal. Pela vista apical quatro câmaras, na janela paraesternal esquerda, observou-se importante remodelamento de câmaras cardíacas direitas. A valva tricúspide apresentou-se com perda de mobilidade de sua cúspide septal e espessamento de cordoalha tendínea da cúspide mural, com inserção anômala. Com base nos aspectos clínicos e ecocardiográficos, instituiu-se o dianóstico de DVT. Iniciou-se o tratamento com enalapril (0,5 mg/kg), furosemida (0,5 mg/kg) e pimobendan (0,3 mg/kg), pela via oral a cada 12 horas. O paciente apresentou remissão das manifestações clínicas, sobrevivendo por 50 dias após o diagnóstico.(AU)

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Background: Chronic mitral valve regurgitation is the most common heart disease in dogs. It is caused by myxomatous mitral valve degeneration, an acquired degenerative disease that can lead to congestive heart failure. Pimobendan is a mixed action drug, with inotropic and vasodilator proprieties, widely used to treat such dogs. Amlodipine is a pure vasodilator drug used as an anti-hypertensive agent, with no inotropic effects. This study aimed to compare echocardiographic, electrocardiographic and blood pressure parameters between dogs with congestive heart failure treated with pimobendan and those treated with amlodipine in addition to conventional therapy. Materials, Methods & Results: A prospective, randomized, double-blind study was conducted in dogs with stage C chronic mitral valve regurgitation according to the 2009 American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) guidelines, who weighed up to 15 kg. Randomization was performed using appropriate software and the sealed envelope technique. Blinding of the owner, the main researcher, and the person who performed the clinical analysis was guaranteed by the use of identical capsules and bottles for both pimobendan and amlodipine. Statistical analysis was performed using specialized software. Eligibility was determined by predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Dogs with cardiac disease other than mitral [...](AU)

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Tricuspid valve dysplasia (TVD) is a congenital heart defect described in dogs and cats; however, in Brazil there are no reports of this condition in cats. Therefore, our goal was to report a case of TVD in a domestic cat. A four-year-old, female, domestic short hair cat that was seen at the Cardiology Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University of São Paulo, for apathy, appetite loss and dyspnea for five days. During physical examination, dyspnea with a restrictive respiratory pattern due to pleural effusion was observed. Thoracocentesis was performed and 450 mL of serosanguineous fluid was drained. Two-dimensional echocardiography in the right parasternal short-axis plane at the level of the papillary muscles showed right ventricular dilatation and paradoxical septal motion. On the left parasternal apical four-chamber view, significant dilatation of the right chambers, loss of mobility of the septal leaflet of the tricuspid valve and a thickened mural leaflet chordae with anomalous insertion were observed. Based on clinical and echocardiographic aspects, a diagnosis of TVD was given. Treatment was initiated with enalapril 0.5 mg/kg, furosemide 0.5 mg/kg and pimobendan 0.3 mg/kg every 12 hours, all per os. The patient experienced remission of clinical manifestations and survived for 50 days after diagnosis.

Displasia valvar tricúspide (DVT) é um defeito cardíaco congênito descrito em cães e gatos. Entretanto no Brasil ainda não há relato desta cardiopatia em felinos. Desta forma, objetivou-se relatar um caso de DVT em um felino doméstico. Uma gata de pelo curto, com quatro anos de idade foi atendida no Serviço de Cardiologia do Hospital Veterinário da Universidade de São Paulo, apresentando apatia, perda de apetite e dispneia há cinco dias. Durante o exame físico observou-se dispneia com padrão respiratório restritivo devido a presença de efusão pleural. Foram drenados 450 mL de líquido serosanguinolento por meio de toracocentese. O ecocardiograma no modo bidimensional, pela janela paraesternal direita, ao eixo curto transversal ao nível dos músculos papilares, revelou hipertrofia excêntrica do ventrículo direito e movimento septal paradoxal. Pela vista apical quatro câmaras, na janela paraesternal esquerda, observou-se importante remodelamento de câmaras cardíacas direitas. A valva tricúspide apresentou-se com perda de mobilidade de sua cúspide septal e espessamento de cordoalha tendínea da cúspide mural, com inserção anômala. Com base nos aspectos clínicos e ecocardiográficos, instituiu-se o dianóstico de DVT. Iniciou-se o tratamento com enalapril (0,5 mg/kg), furosemida (0,5 mg/kg) e pimobendan (0,3 mg/kg), pela via oral a cada 12 horas. O pac

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Most populations of wild felines are now considered endangered or near extinction due to the indiscriminate hunting and the reduction of their natural habitat, caused by man. Due to the limited number of animals within a population, these species are especially vulnerable to the impacts of diseases and endogamy. In addition, wild felines are also susceptible to metabolic and behavioral changes related to a change in their natural conditions, habitat, and feeding, when the animal enters into captivity. There are few descriptions in the literature of the serum biochemistries of lions and tigers. This study presents the biochemical parameters of 23 captive lions (Panthera leo) and 10 captive Siberian tigers (Panthera tigris altaica) from the Zoological Park of the Sao Paulo Foundation. Serum urea, creatinine, total protein, albumin, total, direct and indirect bilirubin were measured. In addition, serum levels of ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, glucose, CK, lactate dehydrogenase, cholesterol, and triglycerides were determined, as well as calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, sodium, and potassium. Biochemical parameters did not differ significantly among males and females lions, but higher albumin values were observed in male Panthera tigris altaica in comparison to females. The values obtained in this study may be used as reference for captive individuals of Panthera leo and Panthera tigris altaica.

A maioria das populações de felinos selvagens é considerada ameaçada ou em extinção devido à caça indiscriminada e à redução de seu habitat natural causada pelo homem. Devido ao número limitado de animais, essas espécies são vulneráveis às doenças e endogamia, além das alterações metabólicas e comportamentais relacionadas à mudança das condições naturais, habitat e alimentação e, ainda, à condição de cativeiro. Há poucos relatos na literatura sobre a bioquímica sérica em leões e tigres. Este estudo apresenta os parâmetros bioquímicos de 23 leões de cativeiro (Panthera leo) e 10 tigres siberianos de cativeiro (Panthera tigris altaica) do Fundação Parque Zoológico de São Paulo. Ureia; creatinina; AST; ALT; ALP; GGT; bilirrubinas totais, diretos e indiretos; proteína total; albumina; CK; lactato desidrogenase; os níveis de triglicérides, de colesterol e de glicose séricas foram determinados; e também os eletrólitos cálcio, fósforo, cloro, sódio e potássio. Não foram encontradas diferenças de parâmetros bioquímicos relacionados ao sexo de Panthera leo, mas para Panthera tigris altaica foram observados valores mais elevados de albumina em machos. Os valores obtidos neste estudo podem ser usados como referência para os indivíduos em cativeiro de Panthera leo e Panthera tigris altaica.

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Background: Chronic mitral valve regurgitation is the most common heart disease in dogs. It is caused by myxomatous mitral valve degeneration, an acquired degenerative disease that can lead to congestive heart failure. Pimobendan is a mixed action drug, with inotropic and vasodilator proprieties, widely used to treat such dogs. Amlodipine is a pure vasodilator drug used as an anti-hypertensive agent, with no inotropic effects. This study aimed to compare echocardiographic, electrocardiographic and blood pressure parameters between dogs with congestive heart failure treated with pimobendan and those treated with amlodipine in addition to conventional therapy. Materials, Methods & Results: A prospective, randomized, double-blind study was conducted in dogs with stage C chronic mitral valve regurgitation according to the 2009 American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) guidelines, who weighed up to 15 kg. Randomization was performed using appropriate software and the sealed envelope technique. Blinding of the owner, the main researcher, and the person who performed the clinical analysis was guaranteed by the use of identical capsules and bottles for both pimobendan and amlodipine. Statistical analysis was performed using specialized software. Eligibility was determined by predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Dogs with cardiac disease other than mitral [...]

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Tricuspid valve dysplasia (TVD) is a congenital heart defect described in dogs and cats; however, in Brazil there are no reports of this condition in cats. Therefore, our goal was to report a case of TVD in a domestic cat. A four-year-old, female, domestic short hair cat that was seen at the Cardiology Service of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, University of São Paulo, for apathy, appetite loss and dyspnea for five days. During physical examination, dyspnea with a restrictive respiratory pattern due to pleural effusion was observed. Thoracocentesis was performed and 450 mL of serosanguineous fluid was drained. Two-dimensional echocardiography in the right parasternal short-axis plane at the level of the papillary muscles showed right ventricular dilatation and paradoxical septal motion. On the left parasternal apical four-chamber view, significant dilatation of the right chambers, loss of mobility of the septal leaflet of the tricuspid valve and a thickened mural leaflet chordae with anomalous insertion were observed. Based on clinical and echocardiographic aspects, a diagnosis of TVD was given. Treatment was initiated with enalapril 0.5 mg/kg, furosemide 0.5 mg/kg and pimobendan 0.3 mg/kg every 12 hours, all per os. The patient experienced remission of clinical manifestations and survived for 50 days after diagnosis.

Displasia valvar tricúspide (DVT) é um defeito cardíaco congênito descrito em cães e gatos. Entretanto no Brasil ainda não há relato desta cardiopatia em felinos. Desta forma, objetivou-se relatar um caso de DVT em um felino doméstico. Uma gata de pelo curto, com quatro anos de idade foi atendida no Serviço de Cardiologia do Hospital Veterinário da Universidade de São Paulo, apresentando apatia, perda de apetite e dispneia há cinco dias. Durante o exame físico observou-se dispneia com padrão respiratório restritivo devido a presença de efusão pleural. Foram drenados 450 mL de líquido serosanguinolento por meio de toracocentese. O ecocardiograma no modo bidimensional, pela janela paraesternal direita, ao eixo curto transversal ao nível dos músculos papilares, revelou hipertrofia excêntrica do ventrículo direito e movimento septal paradoxal. Pela vista apical quatro câmaras, na janela paraesternal esquerda, observou-se importante remodelamento de câmaras cardíacas direitas. A valva tricúspide apresentou-se com perda de mobilidade de sua cúspide septal e espessamento de cordoalha tendínea da cúspide mural, com inserção anômala. Com base nos aspectos clínicos e ecocardiográficos, instituiu-se o dianóstico de DVT. Iniciou-se o tratamento com enalapril (0,5 mg/kg), furosemida (0,5 mg/kg) e pimobendan (0,3 mg/kg), pela via oral a cada 12 horas. O paciente apresentou remissão das manif

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Background: Twenty-four h electrocardiographic monitoring is a noninvasive method of assessing cardiac rhythm. Holter monitoring in farm animals can help assessing heart rate variability and its relationship with stress and production. Several authors have reviewed the normal cardiac rhythm of bovines, but there is little information on heart rhythm in calves. The goal of this research is to elucidate which cardiac rhythms may be considered physiological in Holstein calves, from 3 to 6 months old. Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty-four h ambulatory electrocardiography (Holter monitoring) was performed in 10 male Holstein calves, with ages ranging from 3 to 6 months old. The animals came from private farms in São Paulo state and were housed in a semi-open stall during the study. The animals had their hair clipped from the third to the fifth intercostal spaces on both sides of the chest, from the sternal region to the glenohumeral joint, and seven electrodes were positioned in a diagonal configuration. Decoding of the recordings was performed using specialized software and in order to minimize digital mistakes, all of the beats marked as ectopic by the software were manually revised by the authors. Mean heart rate was 83.2 ± 11.06 beats per min (bpm), maximum heart rate was 147.1 ± 11.05 bpm, and minimum heart rate was 53.7 ± 7.45 bpm. In 90% of the calves, normal sinus [...](AU)

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Background: Twenty-four h electrocardiographic monitoring is a noninvasive method of assessing cardiac rhythm. Holter monitoring in farm animals can help assessing heart rate variability and its relationship with stress and production. Several authors have reviewed the normal cardiac rhythm of bovines, but there is little information on heart rhythm in calves. The goal of this research is to elucidate which cardiac rhythms may be considered physiological in Holstein calves, from 3 to 6 months old. Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty-four h ambulatory electrocardiography (Holter monitoring) was performed in 10 male Holstein calves, with ages ranging from 3 to 6 months old. The animals came from private farms in São Paulo state and were housed in a semi-open stall during the study. The animals had their hair clipped from the third to the fifth intercostal spaces on both sides of the chest, from the sternal region to the glenohumeral joint, and seven electrodes were positioned in a diagonal configuration. Decoding of the recordings was performed using specialized software and in order to minimize digital mistakes, all of the beats marked as ectopic by the software were manually revised by the authors. Mean heart rate was 83.2 ± 11.06 beats per min (bpm), maximum heart rate was 147.1 ± 11.05 bpm, and minimum heart rate was 53.7 ± 7.45 bpm. In 90% of the calves, normal sinus [...]

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Background: The clinical evaluation of captive large felids has been a challenge for veterinarians and the diversity of management of this animals can complicate the standardization of hematologic parameters to these species. Red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), hemoglobin (Hb), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) and platelet counts were measured, as well as plasma fibrinogen levels, from captive lions and Siberian tigers in Brazil. The objective of this study is to provide veterinarians an additional source of information concerning the reference values of hematologic parameters of lions and Siberian tigers.Materials, Methods & Results: This study presents the hematologic parameters of 29 captive lions (Panthera leo) and 16 captive Siberian tigers (Panthera tigris altaica) from the Zoological Park of São Paulo Foundation. For inclusion in the experiment, animals were clinically examined, and those with recent physiological and/or concurrent alterations, those who were receiving any type of medication, those with an inadequate body condition score, those with dehydration, and those infested by ectoparasites or affected by some disease were excluded. The animals were chemically restrained on their own premises using anesthetic darts containing ketamine and xylazine. Blood samples were collected by jugular, cephalic or saphenous venipuncture. The appropriated volume intended for a hemogram evaluation was collected in tubes containing 2.7 nM Na2 EDTA, to preserving the ideal ratio of blood to anticoagulant. For statistical analysis, Unpaired Student t tests were performed and P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. No significant differences were found in the hematological values between male and female lions, except for the mature neutrophils values, which was higher in males.[...](AU)

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Background: The clinical evaluation of captive large felids has been a challenge for veterinarians and the diversity of management of this animals can complicate the standardization of hematologic parameters to these species. Red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), hemoglobin (Hb), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) and platelet counts were measured, as well as plasma fibrinogen levels, from captive lions and Siberian tigers in Brazil. The objective of this study is to provide veterinarians an additional source of information concerning the reference values of hematologic parameters of lions and Siberian tigers.Materials, Methods & Results: This study presents the hematologic parameters of 29 captive lions (Panthera leo) and 16 captive Siberian tigers (Panthera tigris altaica) from the Zoological Park of São Paulo Foundation. For inclusion in the experiment, animals were clinically examined, and those with recent physiological and/or concurrent alterations, those who were receiving any type of medication, those with an inadequate body condition score, those with dehydration, and those infested by ectoparasites or affected by some disease were excluded. The animals were chemically restrained on their own premises using anesthetic darts containing ketamine and xylazine. Blood samples were collected by jugular, cephalic or saphenous venipuncture. The appropriated volume intended for a hemogram evaluation was collected in tubes containing 2.7 nM Na2 EDTA, to preserving the ideal ratio of blood to anticoagulant. For statistical analysis, Unpaired Student t tests were performed and P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. No significant differences were found in the hematological values between male and female lions, except for the mature neutrophils values, which was higher in males.[...]

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Background: Standard electrocardiogram (ECG) performed during a clinical examination has a limited ability to detectmany arrhythmias. Holter or 24-h ambulatory electrocardiography (AECG) is the most sensitive non-invasive test fordemonstrating transient arrhythmias, that allows continuous recording of cardiac electrical activity while the patient isengaged in normal daily activities. This study was undertaken to defi ne 24-h AECG parameters, including variations inheart rate, and the types and incidence of arrhythmias in clinically normal adult cats to provide a baseline for comparisonfor cats suspected of having cardiac diseases.Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty clinically normal adult cats, with an equal number of males and females, weightingfrom 2.8 to 7.6 kg (mean 4.10 ± 1.22), were used. All animals had no historical or clinical evidence of systemic diseases,with unremarkable physical examination, and with no alterations on either thoracic radiography, electrocardiographic,and echocardiographic evaluations, as well as on clinical pathology or blood pressure measurement. Ambulatory electrocardiographic recording was performed for 24-h, with a 3-lead, modifi ed bipolar, transthoracic system. The owner wasrequested to keep a diary to record the time of exercising, feeding, and other behaviours. The records were analysed usinga microprocessor. In the current study, regular sinus rhythm was predominant, there was no evidence of atrioventricularconduction block, or ST segment alterations and the minimum heart rate was 102 ± 23 bpm, while the maximum heartrate was 242 ± 17 bpm and the mean heart rate was 151 ± 26 bpm.Discussion: The main disadvantage of routine clinical ECG is that it records only a short period of heart rhythm. Continuous 24-h AECG monitoring is an...

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Background: Chronic degenerative mitral valve disease (CDMVD) continues to be the most common cause of heart failure (HF) in small breed dogs. Pimobendan (PIMO) is a mixed action drug with inotropic and vasodilator properties and is widely used to treat heart disease in dogs. Therefore, PIMO increases cardiac output, reduces both preload and afterload and increases myocardial contractility without increasing energy consumption and myocardial oxygen. Digoxin (DIG) is a cardiac glycoside acting through inhibition of the sarcolemmal Na+/K+ ATPase pump, hence increasing intracellular calcium. It exerts beneficial effects on left ventricular function, symptoms and exercise tolerance. The purpose of this prospective, randomized, double blind clinical trial was to evaluate the clinical response and QoLQ in heart failure (HF) dogs treated with digoxin or pimobendan in addition to conventional therapy (furosemide and benazepril).Materials, Methods & Results: Inclusion criteria: dogs in class III or stabilized class IV (NYHA). Exclusion criteria: use of positive inotrope and antiarrhythmic, presence of atrial fibrillation, renal or hepatic disease or neoplasia. Thirty three dogs were included and randomly assigned to DIG (n = 11), PIMO (n = 14) and placebo (PL) (n = 8) and followed up weekly. Data was evaluated for days zero, 7, 14 and 28. Increasing score was assigned to...

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Background: Standard electrocardiogram (ECG) performed during a clinical examination has a limited ability to detectmany arrhythmias. Holter or 24-h ambulatory electrocardiography (AECG) is the most sensitive non-invasive test fordemonstrating transient arrhythmias, that allows continuous recording of cardiac electrical activity while the patient isengaged in normal daily activities. This study was undertaken to defi ne 24-h AECG parameters, including variations inheart rate, and the types and incidence of arrhythmias in clinically normal adult cats to provide a baseline for comparisonfor cats suspected of having cardiac diseases.Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty clinically normal adult cats, with an equal number of males and females, weightingfrom 2.8 to 7.6 kg (mean 4.10 ± 1.22), were used. All animals had no historical or clinical evidence of systemic diseases,with unremarkable physical examination, and with no alterations on either thoracic radiography, electrocardiographic,and echocardiographic evaluations, as well as on clinical pathology or blood pressure measurement. Ambulatory electrocardiographic recording was performed for 24-h, with a 3-lead, modifi ed bipolar, transthoracic system. The owner wasrequested to keep a diary to record the time of exercising, feeding, and other behaviours. The records were analysed usinga microprocessor. In the current study, regular sinus rhythm was predominant, there was no evidence of atrioventricularconduction block, or ST segment alterations and the minimum heart rate was 102 ± 23 bpm, while the maximum heartrate was 242 ± 17 bpm and the mean heart rate was 151 ± 26 bpm.Discussion: The main disadvantage of routine clinical ECG is that it records only a short period of heart rhythm. Continuous 24-h AECG monitoring is an...(AU)

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Background: Chronic degenerative mitral valve disease (CDMVD) continues to be the most common cause of heart failure (HF) in small breed dogs. Pimobendan (PIMO) is a mixed action drug with inotropic and vasodilator properties and is widely used to treat heart disease in dogs. Therefore, PIMO increases cardiac output, reduces both preload and afterload and increases myocardial contractility without increasing energy consumption and myocardial oxygen. Digoxin (DIG) is a cardiac glycoside acting through inhibition of the sarcolemmal Na+/K+ ATPase pump, hence increasing intracellular calcium. It exerts beneficial effects on left ventricular function, symptoms and exercise tolerance. The purpose of this prospective, randomized, double blind clinical trial was to evaluate the clinical response and QoLQ in heart failure (HF) dogs treated with digoxin or pimobendan in addition to conventional therapy (furosemide and benazepril).Materials, Methods & Results: Inclusion criteria: dogs in class III or stabilized class IV (NYHA). Exclusion criteria: use of positive inotrope and antiarrhythmic, presence of atrial fibrillation, renal or hepatic disease or neoplasia. Thirty three dogs were included and randomly assigned to DIG (n = 11), PIMO (n = 14) and placebo (PL) (n = 8) and followed up weekly. Data was evaluated for days zero, 7, 14 and 28. Increasing score was assigned to...(AU)

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A determinação do tamanho do coração é importante na avaliação de pacientes cardiopatas, pois o aumento da silhueta cardíaca, na radiografia torácica, pode ser indicativa de enfermidade cardíaca. O sistema VHS (vertebral heart size) é util porque permite avaliar, objetivamente, os limites da silhueta cardíaca, auxiliando na avaliação de cardiomegalia e documentando alterações do tamanho cardíaco em resposta ao tratamento ou à progressão da doença. O objetivo deste trabalho foi comparar valores de VHS de gatos Maine Coon (GMC) sadios com aqueles citados na literatura (7,5±0,3 vértebras) obtidos de gatos não Maine Coon (GNMC). Sessenta e três GMC foram avaliados por meio de exames físico, eletrocardiográfico, ecocardiográfico, laboratoriais (hemograma, funções hepática e renal, T4 total), bem como pela determinação da pressão arterial. Frente a resultados normais, os animais foram posicionados em decúbito lateral direito (projeção látero-lateral direita), para realização da radiografia torácica, realizada utilizando o sistema Fuji de radiografia computadorizada. Os valores de VHS obtidos neste trabalho foram 7,61±0,34 vértebras, com mínimo de 6,9 e máximo de 8,5 vértebras. A análise estatística realizada pelo teste t de Student mostrou diferença significativa entre os valores ora obtidos em relação àqueles citados na literatura (p=0.03) para gatos não Maine Coon. Os valores de VHS maiores observados em GMC podem estar associados com o porte gigante desta raça de gatos.(AU)

Determining the size of the heart is important for evaluating cardiac patients, because the increase of the cardiac silhouette in the chest radiography can be indicative of heart disease. The vertebral heart size (VHS) method is useful because it allows objective assessment of the limits of cardiac silhouette, and can help assess cardiomegaly and document changes in heart size in response to treatment or disease progression. The aim of this study was to compare VHS values of Maine Coon cats (MCC) with values cited in the literature (7.5 ± 0.3 vertebrae) obtained in non Maine Coon cats (NMCC). Sixty three MCC underwent the physical examination, electrocardiography, echocardiography, laboratory tests (blood count, biochemistry, including liver and kidney function, and total T4), as well as measurement of blood pressure. Faced with normal results, the cats were positioned in right lateral decubitus (right laterallateral projection), to perform chest radiography. The radiographic examinations were performed using the Fuji computed radiography system. The values of VHS found in the animals of this study were 7.61 ± 0.34 vertebrae with a minimum of 6.9 and of maximum 8.5 vertebrae. Statistical analysis performed by Students t test identified a significant difference between the values obtained in this study with those in the literature (p = 0.03) for non Maine Coon cats. The highest values of VHS obtained in MCC may be associated with the size of this giant breed.(AU)

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