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- Generalized Subcutaneus Emphysema in Shih Tzu Mixed Breed Dog: A Case
Report
Authors: Milda Lailia, Putu Ayu Sisyawati Sisyawati, I Gusti Made Krisna Erawan
Abstract: Abstract. Generalized subcutaneous emphysema is a rare occurrence in large and small animals. The author reports a case of a male Shih Tzu mixed breed dog, 5 years old, with a body weight of 7.74 kg, that presented with gas accumulation over almost the entire body for two days prior to the examination. The previous week, the owner reported that the dog was fighting with other dogs around the house. Physical examination of the dog revealed crepitation to palpation with gentle pressure on the head and extremities. Inspection revealed a massive tick infestation, but there were no injuries. Radiographs showed subcutaneous air accumulation throughout the body. Hematology showed elevated level of total leukocytes and lymphocytes, consistent with infection. The dog was diagnosed with generalized subcutaneous emphysema due to trauma from fighting with other dogs, with a favorable prognosis. Treatment options for the dog included needle aspiration, bandaging, and antibiotic and anti-inflammatory therapy. Antibiotics administered included cefadroxil monohydrate (Cefadroxil Hexpharm®, PT Hexpharm Jaya Laboratories, Indonesia) at doses of 10-25 mg/kg BW, given orally as 6 mL twice daily for 7 days. Anti-inflammatory medication in the form of carprofen (Rimadyl®, Zoetis Inc.) was administered at a dose of 4.4 mg/kg BW, given as one tablet orally per day for 7 days. Evaluation was conducted weekly to monitor the animal's progress. After two weeks of treatment, the dog was declared cured when no subcutaneous gas was observed.
PubDate: 2023-08-31
DOI: 10.24843/JVAS.2023.v06.i02.p03
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
- Cover, Editorial Board, and Table of Content
Authors: Journal of Veterinary; Animal Science
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PubDate: 2023-08-31
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
- Spondylosis Deformans: A Clinical Case in a Beagle
Authors: I Putu Gede Yudhi Arjentinia, I Gede Soma, Elisabeth Karina
Pages: 60 - 76
Abstract: Spondylosis is a degenerative disorder that causes abnormalities in the normal structure and function of the spine. A Beagle dog named Poby with female sex, tricolor color, 7 years old, weighing 18 kg came with complaints of sudden paralysis from one month ago before examination, the dog had difficulty passing stool so that the stomach was enlarged. Both eyes were droopy and sometimes red. Digestion examination an enlarged abdomen and when percussed there was a muffled sound and palpation urinary examination showed distension of the urinary vesica. The musculoskeletal examination showed that the case dog had muscle atrophy in both front legs and hind legs, the movement of both front legs and both hind legs was stiff, the muscle tension was weak, there was an uncomfortable reflex when palpated in the lumbar region, along with the neurological examination the dog had tetraplegia, there were no patellar reflexes, biceps, triceps, flexors, extensors on the right front and hind legs. Eye examination showed the nictitating membrane of the eye was up and the dog's eye was red. X-ray examination showed osteophytes in lumbar Os II-V, distension of the urinary vesica and accumulation of feces in the colon. The results of the CBC examination were that the case dog had mild lymphocytopenia, mild hypochromia, and hyperglycemia. The case dog was diagnosed with spondylosis. Treatment was carried out by administering Prednisone and acupuncture therapy. After the 50st day of treatment, the dog's condition improved.
PubDate: 2023-08-31
DOI: 10.24843/JVAS.2023.v06.i02.p01
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
- Distribution and Elimination of Lead in Rat (Rattus norvegicus) Tissues
Authors: I Ketut Berata, Ni Nyoman Werdi Susari, I Made Kardena, Ida Bagus Oka Winaya, I Wayan Nico Fajar Gunawan
Pages: 77 - 86
Abstract: This study aims to determine the distribution and elimination of lead levels in various tissues of rats (Rattus norvegicus). The study used 32 rats which were divided into 2 groups, namely the control group and the group given 2.00 ppm Pb-acetate. Treatment by administering Pbacetat is carried out orally every day for 30 days (phase 1). On day 31 (phase 1), 8 rats from each group were taken their blood plasma for measurement of lead levels. Measurement of lead levels was carried out using the atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) method. Then the rats were necropsied and the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs, intestines, heart muscle and brain tissue were taken for histopathological preparation. Histopathological preparations were made according to the hematoxylin eosin (HE) staining. The remaining 8 rats from each group were kept continuously for the next 30 days (phase 2), without giving Pb-acetate solution. This phase aims to determine the level of lead elimination from rat tissues. On day 61, all remaining rats were taken their blood for measurement of lead content. Then the rats were necropsied to take liver, kidney, spleen, lung, intestine, myocardium and brain tissues, the same as in phase 1.The histopathologically examination were categorized based on thehaemorrhage, inflammatory and necrotic lesions. The average of measurement result of lead content in the blood of rats in phase 1 was 0.27±0.06 ppm. Whereas the average of lead content in phase 2 was 0.12±0.03 ppm. This result showed significantly difference by variance of analize. Based on the tissue lesions, the liver, kidneys, spleen and lungs were the main tissues undergoing histopathological changes. Up to phase 2, the liver tissue still has lesions. It can be concluded that lead contamination in 30 days can significantly decrease in the next 30 days. Lead distribution can cause lesions in liver, kidney, spleen and lung tissues. But in phase 2, liver lesions were still found, indicating that liver tissue had the lowest elimination power compared to other tissues
PubDate: 2023-08-31
DOI: 10.24843/JVAS.2023.v06.i02.p02
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
- A CASE REPORT OF COMPLICATED UROLITHIASIS IN MIXED TABBY TOM CAT
Authors: Elfani Sarah Faradina
Pages: 96 - 109
Abstract: The most common disease affecting felines urinary tract is urolithiasis. Urolithiasis is a disease caused by the formation of crystals or uroliths in the urinary tract. A 5 year old mixed-breed tom cat presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital of Udayana University for having haematuria, diminished urine and dysuria when urinating for the past nine days. Additional examination used is a complete blood count, ultrasonography, and urine sediment observation. An ultrasonography exam shows hyperechoic floating particles inside the urinary vesicle lumen, and urine sedimentation microscopy exam shows magnesium ammonium phosphate and calcium oxalate crystals. The final diagnosis was urolithiasis due to struvite and calcium oxalate crystals along with a dubious-fausta prognosis. The injections given were the antibiotic Cefotaxime (IM), and anti-inflammatory drug Tolfenamic Acid (SC). Animals also prescribe drugs such as Dexamethasone for 5 days, Cefixime for 6 days, and Kejibeling® orally for 5 days. Subsequently, seven days after the initial treatment, the feline can urinate smoothly.
PubDate: 2023-08-31
DOI: 10.24843/JVAS.2023.v06.i02.p04
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
- Case Report: Severe Ticks Infestation with Ehrlichiosis in Mixed Dog
Authors: Deva Mutiara Giri Putri, Putu Ayu Sisyawati Putriningsih, I Gusti Made Krisna Erawan
Pages: 110 - 120
Abstract: Abstract. Canine ehrlichiosis is a disease caused by infection of Ehrlichia sp., which is a tick-borne disease. Transmission of ehrlichiosis in dogs can occur through the bite of Rhipicephalus sanguines as a transmission vector. A Shih Tzu-Terrier mixed dog named Mogli was examined with complaints of decreased appetite, weight loss, fever, and severe pruritus. Physical examination showed the presence of petechies, vulnus on the skin and Rhipicephalus sanguineus tick infestation, especially around the eyes and back. Complete hematological examination and blood smear showed leukocytosis, lymphocytosis, thrombocytopenia, increased granulocytes, hematocrit, and the presence of intracytoplasmic bodies in monocytes. The results of the examination with the test kit showed a positive result, which means had antibodies to Ehrlichia sp. Based on the examinations, the dog was diagnosed with severe tick infestation with accompanied ehrlichiosis. The dog was given doxycycline 5 mg/kg BW twice a day orally for 28 days and fluralaner 250 mg orally, tolfenamic acid 4 mg/kg BW intramuscularly (IM), chlorpheniramine maleat 2 mg once daily orally for 14 days, and vitamin B-complex once a day orally for 28 days. After 14 days of treatments showed changes in the dog's appetite that returned to normal, the dog looked active, the dog's body temperature was normal, the infestation of the Rhipicephalus sanguineus ticks significantly reduced, and the frequency of pruritus was reduced. The results of the hematological examination on the fourteenth day showed that all parameters were within the normal range.
PubDate: 2023-08-31
DOI: 10.24843/JVAS.2023.v06.i02.p05
Issue No: Vol. 6, No. 2 (2023)
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