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PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine whether a combined music pharmacological intervention was an effective multimodal approach to reduce adult pain in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU). DESIGN: A prospective, randomized control trial study. METHODS: Participants were recruited in the preoperative holding area on the day of surgery by the principal investigators. Music was selected by the patient following the informed consent process. Participants were randomized either to the intervention group or the control group. Patients in the intervention group received music in addition to standard pharmacological protocol while the control group received only the standard pharmacological protocol. Measured outcomes were change in visual analog pain scores and length of stay. FINDINGS: In this cohort (N = 134), 68 participants (50.7%) received the intervention, and 66 participants (49.3%) were in the control group. Paired t tests showed that pain scores for the control group worsened by an average of 1.45-points (95% CI: 0.75, 2.15; P < .001) compared to 0.34-points in the intervention group and was not significant (P = .314) as scores went from 1 out of 10 to 1.4 out of 10. Both control and intervention groups experienced pain, with the control group's overall pain scores worsening over time. This finding was statistically significant (P = .023). No statistically significant difference was noted in the average PACU length of stay (LOS). CONCLUSIONS: The addition of music to the standard postoperative pain protocol demonstrated a lower average pain score on discharge from the PACU. The absence of a difference in LOS may be due to the confounding variables (eg, general versus spinal anesthesia or a difference in voiding time).

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Vitamins C and E are potent antioxidants that reduces the harmful effects of stress in several species including fish. In this study, it was evaluated the effect of vitamins C, E and their combination in the acute aerocystitis induced by inactivated Aeromonas hydrophila in pacu. 288 fish were distributed into 4 groups supplemented for 90 days: G1-control; G2- supplemented with 500 mg of Vitamin C; G3-supplemented with 500 mg of Vitamin E; G4-supplemented with 500 mg of Vitamin C + 500 mg of Vitamin E. The fish were divided in three groups, the first was not inoculated; second were inoculated in the swim bladder with 3 x 109 CFU of inactivated A. hydrophila and the last one with saline. The inflammatory exudate was collected from the swim bladder for assessment of cellular component and cytochemistry. The results showed higher accumulation of leukocytes in fish inoculated with bacteria. Cytochemistry was effective identifying thrombocytes, lymphocytes, macrophages and, granulocytes present in the exudate. It was also observed fish that received supplementation with vitamins presented higher accumulation of total cells in the exudate with a predominance of lymphocytes and thrombocytes. These results suggested that supplementation with vitamins improved the immunological responses.

As vitaminas C e E são potentes antioxidantes que reduzem os efeitos nocivos do estresse em várias espécies, incluindo peixes. Neste estudo, avaliou-se o efeito das vitaminas C, E e sua combinação na aerocistite aguda induzida por Aeromonas hydrophila inativada em pacu. 288 peixes foram distribuídos em 4 grupos suplementados por 90 dias: G1-controle; G2- suplementado com 500 mg de Vitamina C; G3-suplementado com 500 mg de Vitamina E; G4-suplementado com 500 mg de Vitamina C + 500 mg de Vitamina E. Os peixes foram divididos em três grupos, o primeiro não foi inoculado; o segundo foi inoculado na bexiga natatória com 3 x 109 UFC de A. hydrophila inativada e a última com soro fisiológico. O exsudato inflamatório foi coletado da bexiga natatória para avaliação do componente celular e citoquímica. Os resultados mostraram maior acúmulo de leucócitos nos peixes inoculados com a bactéria. A citoquímica foi eficaz na identificação de trombócitos, linfócitos, macrófagos e granulócitos presentes no exsudato. Também foi observado que os peixes que receberam suplementação com vitaminas apresentaram maior acúmulo de células totais no exsudato com predominância de linfócitos e trombócitos. Esses resultados sugeriram que a suplementação com vitaminas melhorou as respostas imunológicas.

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The regulation of the fish phenotype and muscle growth is influenced by fasting and refeeding periods, which occur in nature and are commonly applied in fish farming. However, the regulators associated with the muscle responses to these manipulations of food availability have not been fully characterized. We aimed to identify novel genes associated with fish skeletal muscle adaptation during fasting and refeeding based on a meta-analysis. Genes related to translational and proliferative machinery were investigated in pacus (Piaractus mesopotamicus) subjected to fasting (four and fifteen days) and refeeding (six hours, three and fifteen days). Our results showed that different fasting and refeeding periods modulate the expression of the genes mtor, rps27a, eef1a2, and cdkn1a. These alterations can indicate the possible protection of the muscle phenotype, in addition to adaptive responses that prioritize energy and substrate savings over cell division, a process regulated by ccnd1. Our study reveals the potential of meta-analysis for the identification of muscle growth regulators and provides new information on muscle responses to fasting and refeeding in fish that are of economic importance to aquaculture.

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Recently, the large migratory fishes of the family Serrasalmidae (Piaractus brachypomus and P. orinoquensis) were described as restricted to the Orinoco and Amazon basins. Both species provide important ecosystem services. They also are an important fisheries resource, which has caused that their populations have decreased in recent years. National fisheries policies still consider both species as one, which leads to inefficiencies in their management and conservation. The aim of this study was to genetically characterize these two species, using microsatellite and mitochondrial markers, and discuss the implication of these results for conservation and management. We found that both species have moderate genetic diversity and varied patterns of genetic distribution in the fluvial landscape. Piaractus brachypomus presented genetic diversity of A=6.5; He=0.72; Ho=0.67; H=1.000; á´«=0.0092, three management units related to the evolutionary process of the Amazon basin and the effective sizes of local populations were smaller compared to P. orinoquensis, which presented genetic diversity of A=6.1; He=0.66; Ho=0.55; H=0.968; á´«=0.010 and comprises only one management unit. These results demonstrate the need to design management policies that focus on species and geographically restricted populations.

Recientemente, los grandes peces migratorios Serrasalmidae (Piaractus brachypomus y P. orinoquensis) fueron diferenciados en las cuencas del Orinoco y Amazonas. Ambas especies brindan importantes servicios ecosistémicos, entre ellos la pesca para la dieta humana, lo que ha provocado que sus poblaciones hayan disminuido en los últimos años. Las políticas pesqueras nacionales aún consideran a ambas especies como una sola, lo que conduce a ineficiencias en su gestión y conservación. El objetivo de este estudio fue caracterizar genéticamente estas dos especies de Piaractus, usando marcadores microsatélites y mitocondriales, y discutir la implicación de estos resultados para la conservación y el manejo. Encontramos que ambas especies tienen una diversidad genética moderada y patrones variados de distribución genética en el paisaje fluvial. Piaractus brachypomus presentó diversidad genética de A=6.5; He=0.72; Ho=0.67; H=1.000; á´«=0.0092, tres unidades de manejo relacionadas con el proceso evolutivo de la cuenca Amazónica y los tamaños efectivos de las poblaciones locales fueron menores en comparación con P. orinoquensis, que presentó diversidad genética de A=6.1; He=0.66; Ho=0.55; H=0.968; á´«=0,010 y comprende una sola unidad de gestión. Estos resultados demuestran la necesidad de diseñar políticas de manejo que se enfoquen en especies y poblaciones geográficamente restringidas.

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We evaluated the differences in the diet and trophic guild of Metynnis lippincottianus under the in-fluence of cage fish farms in the Neotropical reservoir. We collected samples from two areas (cage farm and control) in March and June 2019. Stomach contents were examined, and food items were identified and quantified using the volumetric method. Differences in diet composition were evaluated using PERMANOVA and SIMPER analyses, while trophic niche breadth was determined using PERMDISP. The trophic guild for each area was also determined. Significant differences in diet between cage farm and control areas were observed, due to consumption of pelleted feed, mi-crocrustaceans, Egeria sp., and filamentous algae. In both sampling areas, M. lippincottianus was classified as algivorous. Despite the pelleted feed consumption in the cage farm area, no differen-ces were observed in trophic niche breadth and the trophic guild. In addition, algae and macro-phytes still accounted for the majority of this species' diet in both areas, indicating partitioning of resources. This resource partitioning may favor coexistence, but it is worth mentioning that pelleted feed consumption still indicates the influence of cage fish farms on the diet of wild fish.(AU)

Avaliamos as diferenças na dieta e guilda trófica de Metynnis lippincottianus sob a influência de pis-ciculturas em um reservatório neotropical. Coletamos amostras de duas áreas (tanques-rede e con-trole) em março e junho de 2019. O conteúdo estomacal foi examinado e os itens alimentares foram identificados e quantificados usando o método volumétrico. As diferenças na composição da dieta foram avaliadas usando as análises PERMANOVA e SIMPER, enquanto a amplitude do nicho trófico foi determinada usando PERMDISP. A guilda trófica para cada área também foi determinada. Foram observadas diferenças significativas na dieta entre as áreas tanques e controle, devido ao consumo de ração, microcrustáceos, Egeria sp. e algas filamentosas. Em ambas as áreas de amostragem, M. lippincottianus foi classificado como algívoro. Apesar do consumo de ração na área tanque, não foram observadas diferenças na amplitude do nicho trófico e na guilda trófica. Além disso, algas e macrófitas ainda representam a maior parte da dieta desta espécie em ambas as áreas, indicando partilha de recursos. Essa partilha de recursos pode favorecer a coexistência, mas vale ressaltar que o consumo de ração ainda indica influências das pisciculturas em tanques-rede sob a dieta dos peixes silvestres.(AU)

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Aeromonas hydrophila is an opportunistic pathogen frequently isolated from outbreaks with higher mortality rates in tropical farms, causing disease in pacus Piaractus mesopotamicus. The objective of this study was to obtain a purified polyclonal immunoglobulin Y (IgY) by immunizing laying White Leghorn hens with A. hydrophila. Antibodies anti-A. hydrophila derived from the yolks and serum of hens showed antibody titres increased at 60 days and remained detectable until 90 days after immunization. Pacus were challenged intraperitoneally with A. hydrophila and the capacity of antibodies to detect A. hydrophila was tested by immunohistochemistry using tissues from pacus. The results observed in this study demonstrated the utility of IgY for the diagnosis of A. hydrophila within the phagosomes of phagocytes and extracellular bacteria colonizing host tissues in pacus.

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Abstract The immunomodulatory and growth promoter effects of brown propolis ethanolic extract (PEE) were determined in pacu. Fish (28.4±0.4 g) were randomly distributed into 12 polyethylene circular tanks (250 L, 30 fish per tank) and fed for 60 days with a commercial diet (32% crude protein) supplemented with 0.0, 1.5, 3.0 and 4.5% (v/w) of PEE in a totally randomized experimental design (n=3). Fish organic defense cells numbers such as thrombocytes and neutrophils increased (p<0.05) in fish fed 3.0% dietary PEE. Serum lysozyme concentration also increased (p<0.05) in fish fed 1.5 and 3.0% PEE supplementation when compared to unsupplemented fish. Growth parameters were not influenced (p>0.05) by treatments. Moreover, dietary PEE decreased (p<0.05) fish intestinal muscular thickness when compared to control treatment. Intestine villi height also significantly decreased in fish fed 3.0% PEE. Long term dietary PEE at 3.0% supplementation level modulated fish nonspecific immune system and it is a non-toxic substance for pacu.

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Tambaqui Colossoma macropomum is the most produced native fish in South America. Besides the lack of knowledge regarding bacteria-stricken diseases, the unappropriated using of off-label therapies are common. In this study, Aeromonas hydrophila pathogenicity for tambaqui was first established by Koch's Postulate. Lethal doses (LD) were settled for investigation of clinical signs and mortality. The antimicrobial activities were investigated by disk-diffusion test against 11 antibiotics and by broth microdilution methods against 3 antibiotics, 7 disinfectants and 11 herbal medicines. LD experiment showed up to 80% of fish mortality, skin darkness, ulcers, hemorrhage, lethargy and hypo/anorexia in all groups, with exception of control. The LD10,50,90 and 99 were established in 4.1 × 107, 8.8 × 107, 1.9 × 108 e 3.6 × 108 CFU/mL, respectively. Ceftriaxone, florfenicol, oxytetracycline and thiamphenicol were considered promising against A. hydrophila. All herbal medicines were classified as bactericides, but clove Eugenia caryophyllata and cinnamon Cinnamomum zeylanicum displayed strongest activities. Among disinfectants, malachite green was the only that did not present acceptable values, discouraging its use. In conclusion, Koch's postulate was fulfilled and tambaqui entered to the vast list of A. hydrophila hosts and promising results of chemical substances were provided, contributing to motile Aeromonas septicemia (MAS) control.

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Although the tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) is the most cultivated native fish species in Brazil, estimated breeding values for growth traits are rarely used for selection of superior individuals in commercial fingerling production. This study aimed to estimate the (co)variance components of growth traits. Body weight, length and width of 2500 tambaqui were determined at tagging and at 6 and 12 months after tagging in a commercial breeding programme in Brazil. Heritability estimates were low for traits measured at tagging (0.10 to 0.19) and moderate to high for traits measured at 6 and 12 months (0.23 to 0.81). Common full-sib effects were high at tagging (>73%), low at 6 months and negligible at 12 months. Positive genetic correlations were found among growth traits at 12 months (0.84 to 0.99) and between growth traits at 6 and 12 months (0.80 to 0.92). These results show that animal selection can be performed at 6 months after tagging. Expected genetic gains for growth traits ranged from 8% to 31%. A simulation of the sex ratio was performed, as individuals did not reach sexual maturity during the experimental period. Because of the sexual dimorphism, more accurate heritability estimates were obtained when considering the female proportion to be 90% in the high-weight group. The findings indicate that it is possible to obtain considerable genetic gains in growth by selecting for growth traits. The development of a tool to determine the sex of animals at early stages can improve the response to selection in tambaqui.

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The growth of cachama hybrids, cachamoto (Colossoma macropomum x Piaractus brachypomus ) and cachamay (P. brachypomus x C. macropomum ) was compared for 154 days to determine which showed the better productivity. The experiment was carried out in three earth ponds, each divided transversely with a plastic net, yielding six experimental units. Juveniles of cachamoto of 12.95±2.43g and 6.75±0.42cm and cachamay of 16.65±3.64g and 7.41±0.62cm were distributed in each sub-tank of 240m2 at a density of 0.5 fish m-2. Fish were fed twice daily except on days when their weight and length, and the physical and chemical parameters of the water were measured. The following productive variables were evaluated: growth in weight and length, daily weight gain, daily feed intake, apparent feed conversion, specific growth rate, condition factor, productivity and the cost/benefit relationship. None of the analyzed variables presented statistical difference between treatments. Physical and chemical parameters of the water remained within the recommended values for cachama, and survival was 100%. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that cachama reciprocal hybrids present a similar productive behavior, so that it is indifferent which one is chosen to be raised under the conditions evaluated.(AU)

Comparou-se o crescimento de híbridos de tambaqui e pirapitinga, tambatinga (Colossoma macropomum x Piaractus brachypomus ) e pirambaqui (P. brachypomus x C. macropomum ) durante 154 dias para se verificar qual deles apresentava melhor produtividade. O experimento foi realizado em três viveiros de terra, cada um dividido transversalmente com uma rede plástica, originando seis unidades experimentais. Juvenis de tambatinga de 12,95±2,43g e 6,75±0,42cm e pirambaqui de 16,65±3,64g e 7,41±0,62cm foram distribuídos em cada sub-tanque de 240m2 em uma densidade de 0,5 peixe m-2. Os peixes foram alimentados duas vezes por dia, exceto nos dias em que se mediram peso, comprimento e parâmetros físicos e químicos da água. As variáveis produtivas avaliadas foram: crescimento em peso e comprimento, ganho de peso diário, consumo diário de alimento, conversão alimentar aparente, taxa de crescimento específico, fator de condição, produtividade e relação custo/benefício. Nenhuma das variáveis analisadas apresentou diferença estatística entre os tratamentos. Os parâmetros físicos e químicos da água permaneceram dentro dos valores recomendados para tambaqui e pirapitinga e a sobrevivência foi de 100%. Com base nos resultados obtidos, pode-se concluir que os híbridos de tambaqui e pirapitinga apresentam um comportamento produtivo semelhante, de modo que é indiferente qual deles é escolhido para ser criado nas condições avaliadas.(AU)

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The record of occurrence of acanthocephalan parasites on tambaqui farms in Northern Brazil has increased in recent years along with reports of associated economic losses, justifying further epidemiological studies of this parasite. As such, this study evaluated the occurrence of the acanthocephalan Neoechinorhynchus buttnerae and the parasite-host relationship in tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) from three fish farms in the Amazonian town of Rio Preto da Eva, Brazil. Fish from the farms (N = 18 per farm) were collected for parasitological examination, determination of the relative condition factor and correlation tests between the parameters assessed. Of the fish examined, 37 were parasitized with N. buttnerae (68.5% prevalence), with intensity of infection variation ranging from 1 to 1,219 specimens per fish (12,279 specimens counted). In two farms was detected the high mean intensity of infection, 230.8 and 451.3 parasites per fish, with a total count of 4,155 and 8,123 parasites, respectively, whereas the third farm had a single fish infected with only one specimen. The weight-length ratio equation indicated that the fish were growing at the same rate in weight and length. It was observed significant correlation between parasite intensity and fish length, as well as significant negative correlation with parasite intensity and condition factor. The gastrointestinal tract contained ostracod invertebrates, which are intermediate N. buttnerae hosts. The high N. buttnerae intensity affect their physiological condition as suggested by the negative correlation between parasitic intensity and condition factor, emphasizing the need to implement suitable prophylactic measures to prevent infection by the parasite.

Nos últimos anos tem crescido o registro de ocorrências de parasitos acantocéfalos em pisciculturas de tambaqui da região Norte do Brasil, com relatos de perdas econômicas, justificando assim a necessidade de aprofundar dados epidemiológicos desta doença parasitária. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a ocorrência do acantocéfalo Neoechinorhynchus buttnerae e a relação parasito-hospedeiro em tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) de três pisciculturas do município de Rio Preto da Eva (AM), Brasil. Foram amostradas três pisciculturas no município alvo, coletando 18 peixes em cada uma, para análises parasitológicas e cálculo do fator de condição relativo e correlações associadas. Foram quantificados 12.279 espécimes de N. buttnerae em 37 peixes parasitados (prevalência 68,5%), com intensidade de infecção variando de 1 a 1.219 parasitos por peixe. Duas propriedades apresentaram as maiores intensidades médias de infecção, 230,8 e 451,3 parasitas por peixe; com 4.155 e 8.123 parasitos quantificados, respectivamente, enquanto na terceira foi encontrado apenas 1 parasito em 1 peixe infectado. A equação da relação peso-comprimento indicou que os peixes estavam crescendo na mesma proporção em peso e comprimento. Foi observada correlação significativa entre intensidade parasitária e comprimento dos peixes, assim como correlação negativa significativa entre intensidade parasitária e fator de condição. No trato gastrointestinal dos tambaquis foi observada a presença de invertebrados ostracodas; hospedeiros intermediários desta espécie de acantocéfalo. Portanto, a alta carga parasitária de N. buttnerae pode ter comprometido o desempenho dos peixes e afetado a sua condição fisiológica como sugerido pela correlação negativa entre intensidade parasitária e fator de condição, e enfatiza-se a importância do emprego de medidas adequadas de profilaxia para prevenção de infecções por este parasito.

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The record of occurrence of acanthocephalan parasites on tambaqui farms in Northern Brazil has increased in recent years along with reports of associated economic losses, justifying further epidemiological studies of this parasite. As such, this study evaluated the occurrence of the acanthocephalan Neoechinorhynchus buttnerae and the parasite-host relationship in tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) from three fish farms in the Amazonian town of Rio Preto da Eva, Brazil. Fish from the farms (N = 18 per farm) were collected for parasitological examination, determination of the relative condition factor and correlation tests between the parameters assessed. Of the fish examined, 37 were parasitized with N. buttnerae (68.5% prevalence), with intensity of infection variation ranging from 1 to 1,219 specimens per fish (12,279 specimens counted). In two farms was detected the high mean intensity of infection, 230.8 and 451.3 parasites per fish, with a total count of 4,155 and 8,123 parasites, respectively, whereas the third farm had a single fish infected with only one specimen. The weight-length ratio equation indicated that the fish were growing at the same rate in weight and length. It was observed significant correlation between parasite intensity and fish length, as well as significant negative correlation with parasite intensity and condition factor. The gastrointestinal tract contained ostracod invertebrates, which are intermediate N. buttnerae hosts. The high N. buttnerae intensity affect their physiological condition as suggested by the negative correlation between parasitic intensity and condition factor, emphasizing the need to implement suitable prophylactic measures to prevent infection by the parasite.(AU)

Nos últimos anos tem crescido o registro de ocorrências de parasitos acantocéfalos em pisciculturas de tambaqui da região Norte do Brasil, com relatos de perdas econômicas, justificando assim a necessidade de aprofundar dados epidemiológicos desta doença parasitária. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a ocorrência do acantocéfalo Neoechinorhynchus buttnerae e a relação parasito-hospedeiro em tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) de três pisciculturas do município de Rio Preto da Eva (AM), Brasil. Foram amostradas três pisciculturas no município alvo, coletando 18 peixes em cada uma, para análises parasitológicas e cálculo do fator de condição relativo e correlações associadas. Foram quantificados 12.279 espécimes de N. buttnerae em 37 peixes parasitados (prevalência 68,5%), com intensidade de infecção variando de 1 a 1.219 parasitos por peixe. Duas propriedades apresentaram as maiores intensidades médias de infecção, 230,8 e 451,3 parasitas por peixe; com 4.155 e 8.123 parasitos quantificados, respectivamente, enquanto na terceira foi encontrado apenas 1 parasito em 1 peixe infectado. A equação da relação peso-comprimento indicou que os peixes estavam crescendo na mesma proporção em peso e comprimento. Foi observada correlação significativa entre intensidade parasitária e comprimento dos peixes, assim como correlação negativa significativa entre intensidade parasitária e fator de condição. No trato gastrointestinal dos tambaquis foi observada a presença de invertebrados ostracodas; hospedeiros intermediários desta espécie de acantocéfalo. Portanto, a alta carga parasitária de N. buttnerae pode ter comprometido o desempenho dos peixes e afetado a sua condição fisiológica como sugerido pela correlação negativa entre intensidade parasitária e fator de condição, e enfatiza-se a importância do emprego de medidas adequadas de profilaxia para prevenção de infecções por este parasito.(AU)

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ABSTRACT: The growth of cachama hybrids, cachamoto (Colossoma macropomum ♀ x Piaractus brachypomus ♂) and cachamay (P. brachypomus ♀ x C. macropomum ♂) was compared for 154 days to determine which showed the better productivity. The experiment was carried out in three earth ponds, each divided transversely with a plastic net, yielding six experimental units. Juveniles of cachamoto of 12.95±2.43g and 6.75±0.42cm and cachamay of 16.65±3.64g and 7.41±0.62cm were distributed in each sub-tank of 240m2 at a density of 0.5 fish m-2. Fish were fed twice daily except on days when their weight and length, and the physical and chemical parameters of the water were measured. The following productive variables were evaluated: growth in weight and length, daily weight gain, daily feed intake, apparent feed conversion, specific growth rate, condition factor, productivity and the cost/benefit relationship. None of the analyzed variables presented statistical difference between treatments. Physical and chemical parameters of the water remained within the recommended values for cachama, and survival was 100%. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that cachama reciprocal hybrids present a similar productive behavior, so that it is indifferent which one is chosen to be raised under the conditions evaluated.

RESUMO: Comparou-se o crescimento de híbridos de tambaqui e pirapitinga, tambatinga (Colossoma macropomum ♀ x Piaractus brachypomus ♂) e pirambaqui (P. brachypomus ♀ x C. macropomum ♂) durante 154 dias para se verificar qual deles apresentava melhor produtividade. O experimento foi realizado em três viveiros de terra, cada um dividido transversalmente com uma rede plástica, originando seis unidades experimentais. Juvenis de tambatinga de 12,95±2,43g e 6,75±0,42cm e pirambaqui de 16,65±3,64g e 7,41±0,62cm foram distribuídos em cada sub-tanque de 240m2 em uma densidade de 0,5 peixe m-2. Os peixes foram alimentados duas vezes por dia, exceto nos dias em que se mediram peso, comprimento e parâmetros físicos e químicos da água. As variáveis produtivas avaliadas foram: crescimento em peso e comprimento, ganho de peso diário, consumo diário de alimento, conversão alimentar aparente, taxa de crescimento específico, fator de condição, produtividade e relação custo/benefício. Nenhuma das variáveis analisadas apresentou diferença estatística entre os tratamentos. Os parâmetros físicos e químicos da água permaneceram dentro dos valores recomendados para tambaqui e pirapitinga e a sobrevivência foi de 100%. Com base nos resultados obtidos, pode-se concluir que os híbridos de tambaqui e pirapitinga apresentam um comportamento produtivo semelhante, de modo que é indiferente qual deles é escolhido para ser criado nas condições avaliadas.

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Probiotics are a novel alternative to antibiotics as growth factors. Previously, our group isolated, selected and tested in vivo, eight autochthonous strains. They showed no significant effects when administered individually. However, the best doses, stages and ways of administration were combined in a multi strain formula. The aim of this research was to evaluate the effect of this probiotic product on the growth and survival of Piaractus mesopotamicus larvae. The administration was implemented during egg incubation and endogenous feeding period (5), during larvae exogenous feeding period (10) and all along the experiment (15). A group without microorganisms was used as control. The probiotic generates significant increments of mean weight and not significant increases of survival and biomass in two of the three tested stages. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of an autochthonous probiotic formula for the culture of this native fish species.(AU)

Os probióticos são uma alternativa inovadora aos antibióticos como fatores de crescimento. Anteriormente, nosso grupo isolou, selecionou e testou in vivo oito cepas autóctones. Estas não apresentaram efeitos significativos quando administrados individualmente. No entanto, as melhores doses, etapas e formas da administração foram combinadas para a formulação de um produto contendo multiples cepa. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o efeito deste produto probiótico no crescimento e sobrevivência de larvas de Piaractus mesopotamicus. A administração foi implementada durante a incubação de ovos e período de alimentação endógeno (5), durante o período de alimentação exógeno das larvas (10) e ao longo do experimento (15). Um grupo sem microrganismos foi utilizado como controle. O probiótico gera um incremento significativo de peso médio e não significativo de sobrevivência e biomassa em dois dos três estágios testados. Estes resultados demonstram a eficácia de uma fórmula probiótica autóctone para a cultura desta espécie de peixe nativa.(AU)

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This study aimed to evaluate weight and morphometric growth of the products of the complete diallel cross-breeding between pacu and tambaqui during the period from the end of spring to the beginning of winter. Was used 400 pacu, tambaqui, tambacu and paqui. 20 fish from each group were collected, weighed and submitted to morphometric evaluation every 28 days. The Logistic function adjusted better to describe the growth in body weight and the morphometric measures for age on all the genetic groups. The studied groups presented similar behavior of growth for body weight and morphometric measures. There were significant differences between the genetic groups regarding parameters A (asymptotic value) and B (integration constant) for body weight and for all the morphometric measures evaluated. For the parameter K (maturity rate), there were significant difference between groups for body weight, head length and body height. The groups possibly were affected the decrease of temperature. The Tambacu was superior to the Paqui in all the variables evaluated for the parameter A, and was also superior to the pure breed, except for head length and body width.(AU)

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o peso e crescimento morfométrico dos produtos do cruzamento dialélico completo entre pacu e tambaqui. 20 peixes de cada grupo foram coletados, pesados e submetidos à análise morfométrica a cada 28 dias. O modelo que obteve o maior coeficiente de determinação e que melhor se ajuste ao método de Akaike foi verificado. A função logística foi ajustada para melhor descrever o crescimento do peso corporal e as medidas morfométricas para a idade em todos os grupos genéticos. Os quatro grupos estudados apresentaram comportamento semelhante para o peso corporal, bem como para as medidas morfométricas. Houve diferenças significativas entre os grupos genéticos sobre os parâmetros A (valor assintótico) e B (constante de integração) para o peso corporal e para todas as medidas morfométricas avaliadas. Para o parâmetro K (taxa de maturação), houve diferença significativa entre os grupos para o peso corporal, comprimento da cabeça e altura do corpo. Os grupos possivelmente foram afetados pela diminuição da temperatura. O tambacu foi superior ao Paqui em todas as variáveis avaliadas para o parâmetro A, e também foi superior para a raça pura, exceto para o comprimento e largura do corpo de cabeça.(AU)

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This study aimed to evaluate weight and morphometric growth of the products of the complete diallel cross-breeding between pacu and tambaqui during the period from the end of spring to the beginning of winter. Was used 400 pacu, tambaqui, tambacu and paqui. 20 fish from each group were collected, weighed and submitted to morphometric evaluation every 28 days. The Logistic function adjusted better to describe the growth in body weight and the morphometric measures for age on all the genetic groups. The studied groups presented similar behavior of growth for body weight and morphometric measures. There were significant differences between the genetic groups regarding parameters A (asymptotic value) and B (integration constant) for body weight and for all the morphometric measures evaluated. For the parameter K (maturity rate), there were significant difference between groups for body weight, head length and body height. The groups possibly were affected the decrease of temperature. The Tambacu was superior to the Paqui in all the variables evaluated for the parameter A, and was also superior to the pure breed, except for head length and body width.(AU)

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o peso e crescimento morfométrico dos produtos do cruzamento dialélico completo entre pacu e tambaqui. 20 peixes de cada grupo foram coletados, pesados e submetidos à análise morfométrica a cada 28 dias. O modelo que obteve o maior coeficiente de determinação e que melhor se ajuste ao método de Akaike foi verificado. A função logística foi ajustada para melhor descrever o crescimento do peso corporal e as medidas morfométricas para a idade em todos os grupos genéticos. Os quatro grupos estudados apresentaram comportamento semelhante para o peso corporal, bem como para as medidas morfométricas. Houve diferenças significativas entre os grupos genéticos sobre os parâmetros A (valor assintótico) e B (constante de integração) para o peso corporal e para todas as medidas morfométricas avaliadas. Para o parâmetro K (taxa de maturação), houve diferença significativa entre os grupos para o peso corporal, comprimento da cabeça e altura do corpo. Os grupos possivelmente foram afetados pela diminuição da temperatura. O tambacu foi superior ao Paqui em todas as variáveis avaliadas para o parâmetro A, e também foi superior para a raça pura, exceto para o comprimento e largura do corpo de cabeça.(AU)

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ABSTRACT: Probiotics are a novel alternative to antibiotics as growth factors. Previously, our group isolated, selected and tested in vivo, eight autochthonous strains. They showed no significant effects when administered individually. However, the best doses, stages and ways of administration were combined in a multi strain formula. The aim of this research was to evaluate the effect of this probiotic product on the growth and survival of Piaractus mesopotamicus larvae. The administration was implemented during egg incubation and endogenous feeding period (5), during larvae exogenous feeding period (10) and all along the experiment (15). A group without microorganisms was used as control. The probiotic generates significant increments of mean weight and not significant increases of survival and biomass in two of the three tested stages. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of an autochthonous probiotic formula for the culture of this native fish species.

RESUMO: Os probióticos são uma alternativa inovadora aos antibióticos como fatores de crescimento. Anteriormente, nosso grupo isolou, selecionou e testou in vivo oito cepas autóctones. Estas não apresentaram efeitos significativos quando administrados individualmente. No entanto, as melhores doses, etapas e formas da administração foram combinadas para a formulação de um produto contendo multiples cepa. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o efeito deste produto probiótico no crescimento e sobrevivência de larvas de Piaractus mesopotamicus. A administração foi implementada durante a incubação de ovos e período de alimentação endógeno (5), durante o período de alimentação exógeno das larvas (10) e ao longo do experimento (15). Um grupo sem microrganismos foi utilizado como controle. O probiótico gera um incremento significativo de peso médio e não significativo de sobrevivência e biomassa em dois dos três estágios testados. Estes resultados demonstram a eficácia de uma fórmula probiótica autóctone para a cultura desta espécie de peixe nativa.

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This study evaluated the myxozoan infection and histopathology of the kidney of freshwater fish Piaractus mesopotamicus from intensive fish farming in Brazil. A total of 55 fish were examined for myxozoan infection. Infected organs were processed by usual histology and stained with hematoxylin-eosin (H&E) and Ziehl-Neelsen (ZN). From the total of 55 fish analyzed, 47 (85.45%) presented myxospores, being 9.09% (5/55) only with Myxobolus sp., 5.45% (3/55) only with Henneguya sp., and 70.91% (39/55) presenting both parasites. The presence of myxospores was associated with histological alterations in both stromal and renal parenchyma. Myxospores were found mostly in the peritubular interstitial tissue and in low intensity in the glomerulus which caused nuclear hypertrophy and loss of Bowman space. An increase in the glomerular tuft and a reduction in the lumen of the collector tubules were also observed, besides the high number of melanomacrophage cells in the glomerulus. This study reports for the first time detection of myxozoan mixed infection in one organ of pacu and discuss the possible transportation of myxospores in the circulating blood.

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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of parenteral administration of dexamethasone and levamisole on the accumulation of macrophages and formation of giant cells in chronic inflammation by foreign body and blood parameters in pacu (Piaractus mesopotamicus). It was used 50 mg/kg of levamisole and 2.0 mg/kg of dexamethasone and the combination of both drugs. Coverslips were implanted under the skin. After 2, 7, and 15 days postimplantation (DPI), fish were anesthetized for removal of coverslips and the number of macrophages and giant cells were count. It was also collected blood from the caudal vessel to evaluate: red blood cell count, hematocrit, hemoglobin concentration, leukocytes count, thrombocytes count, MCV, and MCHC. We observed that dexamethasone affects negatively the formation of giant cells in the chronic inflammation for foreign body. Levamisole, despite being immunostimulatory in several species, showed limited action. However, it was enough to counteract the effect of dexamethasone; the association of the drugs did not interfere significantly in erythrocyte and leukocyte number in most of the treatments and times studied. In dexamethasone group there was a reduction in the number of erythrocytes and hemoglobin associated with increased mean corpuscular volume, suggesting slight macrocytic anemia. At 15 DPI, most groups showed the recovery of hematologic response. As in mammals, dexamethasone affects negatively the inflammatory response. Levamisole showed little effect by itself. However, in some parameters the association of both drugs causes similar response to control and naïve groups, showing the antagonistic effect of these drugs.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o efeito da administração parenteral de dexametasona e levamisol na acumulação de macrófagos e formação de células gigantes na inflamação crônica por corpo estranho e avaliação de parâmetros sanguíneos em pacu (Piaractus mesopotamicus). Utilizou-se 50 mg/kg de levamisol e 2,0 mg / kg de dexametasona e a combinação de ambos fármacos. As lamínulas foram implantadas sob a pele. Depois de 2, 7 e 15 dias pós-implantação (DPI), os peixes foram anestesiados para a remoção das lamínulas e contagem do número de macrófagos e células gigantes. Foi coletado sangue da veia caudal para realizar contagem de células vermelhas, leucócitos, trombócitos, concentração de hemoglobina, MCV e MCHC. Observou-se que a dexametasona afeta negativamente a formação de células gigantes na inflamação crónica por corpo estranho. O levamisol, apesar de ser considerado imunoestimulante em várias espécies, mostrou ação limitada. No entanto, foi suficiente para neutralizar o efeito da dexametasona; a associação das drogas não interferiu significativamente no número de eritrócitos e de leucócitos na maioria dos tratamentos e períodos estudados. No grupo da dexametasona, houve redução do número de eritrócitos e concentração de hemoglobina associado ao aumento do volume corpuscular médio sugerindo leve anemia macrocítica. Aos 15 DPI, a maioria dos grupos mostrou recuperação na resposta hematológica. Como em mamíferos, a dexametasona afeta negativamente a resposta inflamatória. O levamisol mostrou pouco efeito por si só. No entanto, em alguns parâmetros a associação das duas drogas provoca resposta similar ao grupo controle e naive, mostrando o efeito antagonista de estas drogas.

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