Carcinoma de células escamosas em gato - tratamento com quimioterapia metronômica / Squamous cell carcinoma in a cat - treatment with metronomic chemotherapy

Background: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a malignant neoplasm associated with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light and lack of skin pigment in white-coated animals. The disease diagnosis is based on the animal's history, clinical signs and histopathology of the samples collected. The therapeutic alternatives are diverse. Among them, one of the most used is the metronomic chemotherapy which is based on the use of cytostatics drugs, applied in low and frequent doses for a longer period of time. One of the mechanisms of action of this type of therapy is the decrease in angiogenesis. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are simultaneously used to maximize the angiogenic effect. The objective of this study is to report the results of a treatment accomplised with metronomic chemotherapy (cyclophosphamide with meloxicam) in a domestic feline which presented a squamous cell tumor. Case: A 7-year-old female cat, mixed breed, not neutered, weighing 3.5 kg, was assisted at the Veterinary Specialties Teaching Clinic (CEEV) of the Technical University of Machala (UTMACH), presenting bilateral ulcerative lesion in the nasal plane for 5 months. Chronic exposure to sunlight is referred to in the patient's anamnesis. Aspiration cytology performed in the patient revealed an inflammatory process with a predominance of neutrophils and macrophages, and showed absence of neoplastic cells. A treatment based on antibiotics and corticosteroids was adopted. As there were no favorable results, an excisional biopsy procedure was chosen to collect the affected tissues. The result of the histopathological analysis was a level 2 squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). The initial treatment consisted of surgical removal of the tumor and later the use of metronomic chemotherapy based on Cyclophosphamide, Meloxicam, DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and Sucralfate for 5 months was adopted. At the beginning of the second phase of treatment, the patient developed a macula that progressively diminished. Currently, the patient does not have any recurrence of the diagnosed neoplasm. Discussion: The diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma was based on clinical and histopathological findings. The macroscopic lesions were crusted ulcers that do not heal in the nasal plane and auricular pavilion, as reported in the literature. SCC is characterized by the infiltration of squamous cells in the dermal layer of the skin, forming epithelial islands with keratin pearls. The histopathological findings of this case present the same characteristics. The climatic conditions of Ecuador, high temperatures with greater incidence of sunlight, hypopigmented areas of the animal's body and chronic exposure to solar radiation are risk factors present in this case that foster the development of this malignant neoplasm. There are multiple treatments to be introduced in this sort of pathology. In this case, surgical removal of the tumor was adopted, followed by metronomic chemotherapy based on cyclophosphamide at 10 mg/m2 and meloxicam at a 0.05 mg/kg per day for a period of time of five months, obtaining favorable results and absence of recurrence. Despite metronomic chemotherapy being easy to administer, with fewer side effects, which includes a better acceptance of care takers who are reluctant to administer conventional chemotherapy, further studies are still necessary in what concerns certain variables such as age, carcinoma level, appropriate dosages and drugs according to each neoplasm.

Ten years of IRCAD, Barretos, SP, Brazil

Minimally invasive surgery represented a significant milestone in modern surgery; however, continuous innovation and the emergence of new technologies pose new challenges in terms of surgical learning curves since new interventions are associated with increased surgical complexity and a higher risk of complications. For this reason, surgeons are aware of the beneficial effects of "learning before doing" and the importance of safely implementing new surgical procedures in order to obtain better patient outcomes. Considered the largest Latin American training center in minimally invasive surgery, IRCAD Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil, makes it possible to acquire surgical skills through training in different and the most complex areas of medicine, providing the experience of real and simulated situations, with focus on innovation. The center possesses state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology, with a very high-level teaching staff and an affectionate and hospitable reception. Since its inauguration, in 2011, the center has already qualified numerous professionals and has placed the country in a privileged position in terms of surgical knowledge. The present article describes the activities developed over these ten years of the institute in Brazil as the largest training center for surgeons of the continent in order to address the importance of surgical skills training.

Markov chains to determine the probability of climate change for planting selection in the city of Caxias do Sul / Aplicação de cadeias de markov na probabilidade de mudanças climáticas para seleção de plantio na cidade de Caxias do Sul

The Markov stochastic chain model and the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) were used as tools to support decision-making for the best crop-planting choice in the city of Caxias do Sul, Brazil. Temperature and precipitation information were collected from the Meteorological Database for Teaching and Research of the National Institute of Meteorology of Brazil for the period 1997-2017. The stochastic model was applied to obtain the probability of transition between a range of variations for temperature and precipitation. In the second phase of the study, an algebraic model was developed, making it possible to link the probability of the Markov chain transition matrix to the AHP judgment matrix. In the third phase, the AHP was applied as a tool to determine the most beneficial crop that could be planted for the studied city, considering the evaluated criteria: temperature, precipitation, and soil pH. The alternatives for crop planting were carrots, tomatoes, apples, and grapes. These were chosen because they are the most-planted crops in the city of Caxias do Sul. The ranking of the benefit-force results of applying the model for spring was carrots (0.297), apples (0.259), grapes (0.228), and tomatoes (0.215); for summer: grapes (0.261), tomatoes (0.261), apples (0.238), and carrots (0.230); for autumn: carrots (0.316), grapes (0.243), tomatoes (0.228), and apples (0.213); and for winter: carrots (0.327), tomatoes (0.235), apples (0.222), and grapes (0.216). Thus, it was concluded that farmers would have a better chance of success if they planted carrots during the spring, autumn, and winter, and grapes during the summer.

O Modelo de Cadeia Estocástica de Markov e o Processo de Hierarquia Analítica (AHP) foram utilizados como ferramentas de apoio à tomada de decisão para a melhor escolha de plantio na cidade de Caxias do Sul, Brasil. As informações de temperatura e precipitação foram coletadas de 1997 a 2017 no Banco de Dados Meteorológicos para Ensino e Pesquisa do Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia do Brasil. O modelo estocástico foi aplicado para obtenção da probabilidade de transição entre faixas de variação para temperatura e precipitação. Na segunda fase do estudo, um modelo algébrico foi desenvolvido, possibilitando vincular a probabilidade da matriz de transição de cadeias de Markov na matriz de julgamento do AHP. Na terceira fase, o AHP foi aplicado como ferramenta de apoio à decisão do cultivo mais benéfico para a cidade estudada, considerando os critérios avaliados: temperatura, precipitação e pH do solo. As alternativas escolhidas para fazer o ranking foram: cenoura, tomate, maçã e uva, escolhidas por possuírem a maior quantidade de plantio na cidade de Caxias do Sul. O ranking do resultado de força de benefício da aplicação do modelo para a primavera foi: cenoura (0,297), maçã (0,259), uva (0,228) e tomate (0,215); para o verão: uva (0,271), tomate (0,261), maçã (0,238) e cenoura (0,230); para o outono: cenoura (0,316), uva (0,243), tomate (0,228) e maçã (0,213); para o inverno: cenoura (0,327), tomate (0,235), maçã (0,222) e uva (0,216). Assim, concluiu-se que o agricultor terá mais chances de sucesso se optar por plantar cenoura durante a primavera, outono e inverno, e uva durante o verão.

Evaluation of a YouTube channel for scientific disclosure on agribusiness / Avaliação de um canal no Youtube para divulgação científica de assuntos relacionados ao agronegócio

This research analyzed the efficiency of a channel on the YouTube platform as a strategy for scientific dissemination and rural extension. The channel was created at the end of 2018 and the last video published in March 2021, totaling 58 videos. Through the metrics made available by YouTube Analytics, the information related to the channel, the audience, the searches on the platform and the engagement of the public were analyzed. Regarding the channel's metrics, an average of 15 minutes of total viewing duration, 144 subscriptions obtained and 8 lost. The audience metrics show that the channel has WhatsApp ©, Gmail ©, university website and Google© research as its main external sources. Furthermore, there is an audience, mostly female, Brazilian, between 18 and 24 years old, with access mainly by cell phone, computer and TV. The channel searches were more relevant than those coming from the platform itself, in addition to direct or unknown origin, they had a longer average duration and hours watching, but a lower viewing rate. In the engagement, the use of the elements of the final screen was positive and more used after such confirmation, in addition, in the majority of the videos, they generated positive interactions with a majority of "I liked" instead of "I didn't like". We concluded, therefore, that in matters of scientific dissemination, the channel gained relevance when observing the growing metrics in relation to the public, while the rural extension also, however, with the participation of younger producers, requiring analyzes of how to reach the other age groups. Furthermore, it highlights the need for further research to understand better ways of engaging the public.

Esta pesquisa analisou a eficiência de um canal na plataforma YouTube como estratégia para divulgação científica e extensão rural. O canal foi criado no final de 2018 e o último vídeo publicado em março de 2021, totalizando 58 vídeos. Por meio das métricas disponibilizadas pelo YouTube Analytics, foram analisadas informações referentes ao canal, audiência, buscas na plataforma e engajamento do público. Em relação às métricas do canal, obteve-se uma média de 15 minutos de duração da visualização total. As métricas de audiência mostraram que as principais origens externas do canal são o WhatsApp©, Gmail©, sites universitários e a pesquisa do Google©. Constata-se um público majoritariamente feminino, brasileiro, entre os 18 e 24 anos de idade, com acesso principalmente pelo celular, computador e TV. As buscas do canal tiveram maior relevância em comparação àquelas oriundas da própria plataforma, além de origem direta ou desconhecida e apresentaram maior duração média e horas assistidas, porém, menor taxa de visualização. No engajamento, a utilização dos elementos da tela final foi positiva e mais utilizada após tal constatação, além disso em sua maioria os vídeos geraram interações positivas com uma maioria de "Gostei". Conclui-se, portanto, que em questões de divulgação científica o canal obteve relevância ao constatar as crescentes métricas em relação ao público. Quanto à extensão rural, foram atingidos principalmente produtores jovens, necessitando análises de como atingir as demais faixas etárias. Ademais, ressalta-se a importância de continuidade da pesquisa para entender melhores formas de engajamento do público.

Pelve extrarrenal em uma gata - diagnóstico por cintilografia / Extrarenal pelvis in a cat - diagnosis by scintigraphy

Background: In people, extrarenal pelvis is a normal anatomical variant, characterized by the protusion of the pelvis out of the renal hilum, which can be associated with other anomalies, or predispose to stasis or infection. While other diagnostic imaging methods provide anatomical and morphological information about the kidney, scintigraphy allows to determine the renal function and has greater sensitivity in the detection of functional alterations. The aim of this work is to report the case of an asymptomatic cat diagnosed with extrarenal pelvis detected by scintigraphy, which presented alterations in laboratory and renal imaging tests, and absence of associated obstructive process. Case: A 7-year-old mixed-breed female cat was evaluated for a routine health assessment at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (HCV-UFRGS). When performing the imaging and laboratory tests, renal alterations compatible with chronic kidney disease were found in the abdominal ultrasonography examination and in serum creatinine levels. Therefore, it was decided to perform scintigraphy evaluation to better assess renal function. Dynamic renal scintigraphy with 99mTcDTPA revealed an evident concentration of the radiotracer in the left kidney with effective elimination only after the diuretic stimulus. The right kidney exhibited less concentration of the radiotracer but showed effective elimination before the diuretic stimulus. Image analysis suggested the presence of an extrarenal pelvis on the left side. The relative renal uptake was 68% for the left kidney and 32% for the right kidney. The glomerular filtration rate was 1.65 mL/min/kg. Static renal scintigraphy with 99mTcDMSA revealed irregularity in the distribution of the radiotracer in both kidneys, showing less activity in the caudal pole of the left kidney. The right kidney was apparently reduced and with less activity, especially in the medial portion. The relative renal uptake was 65% for the left kidney and 35% for right kidney, while the absolute renal uptake of the left kidney was 33% and that of the right kidney was 17%. The alteration described in the left kidney, in correlation with dynamic renal scintigraphy, suggested an aspect of lower activity in the caudal pole due to the presence of activity in the extrarenal pelvis. The left kidney was classified as presenting normal renal function and there was moderate to severe deficit of renal function on the right side. Discussion: Chronic kidney disease may be present before clinical signs and biochemical abnormalities are identified. In this report, the animal was referred for a routine evaluation and showed no clinical signs nor alterations on physical examination. However, as renal morphological alterations were seen on ultrasonography and the cat presented mild azotemia, it was decided to perform two renal scintigraphy exams. Despite the radiotracer elimination from the left kidney was seen only after the diuretic stimulus, dynamic renal scintigraphy did not show any obstructive process. This delay on elimination was probably a result of the anatomical variant called extrarenal pelvis. In the static renal scintigraphy, it was possible to evaluate morphological changes in the kidneys and suggest less activity in the caudal pole of the left kidney, due to the presence of activity in the extrarenal pelvis, apparently causing the mentioned defect. The correct diagnosis of morphological changes is essential and for this purpose the best combination of imaging tests is necessary. Renal scintigraphy was fundamental, in this case, for the diagnosis of extrarenal pelvis in one of the kidneys, an abnormality not reported in the feline species within the literature researched by the authors. In addition, renal scintigraphy helped to guide the clinical management of the patient described in this report.

Uso de modelo anatômico para o ensino da técnica de bloqueio regional da porção distal dos membros torácicos em equinos / Anatomical model for teaching the regional anesthesia technique via perineural block of the distal forelimb in horses

A proposta deste trabalho foi desenvolver um modelo de anestesia regional via bloqueio perineural de equinos para complementar o treinamento de habilidades práticas em alunos de graduação em medicina veterinária. Para a base óssea do modelo foi utilizado o membro torácico de um esqueleto equino. Os tendões e ligamentos foram feitos manualmente com porcelana fria e coloridos com tinta guache. A porcelana fria também foi utilizada para fixar as agulhas nos locais anatômicos para a realização dos bloqueios digital palmar, abaxial do sesamoide, quatro pontos baixos e quatro pontos altos. O modelo foi construído em aula prática realizada em laboratório pelos alunos e posteriormente utilizado para comparação com a anatomia de um equino saudável em aula prática realizada em campo. Neste trabalho, o modelo desenvolvido despertou o interesse pelo estudo da anatomia, estimulou o trabalho em grupo e facilitou o entendimento da relação entre as estruturas utilizadas como referência para o correto posicionamento das agulhas. O uso do modelo em aula complementou de forma ilustrativa a explanação teórica realizada pelo docente e foi recebido de forma positiva pelos alunos da disciplina. Desta forma, o modelo experimental se mostrou um bom método complementar para a prática de bloqueios regionais no membro de equinos. As aulas realizadas com o uso do modelo contribuíram para tornar o estudante um profissional mais preparado, confiante e completo, que poderá oferecer um trabalho de qualidade à sociedade.

The aim of the present study was to develop a model of regional anesthesia via perineural block in horses to supplement the teaching of diagnostic analgesia for undergraduate veterinary students. A simulator was built using an equine forelimb skeleton and cold porcelain painted with gouache. Cold porcelain was also used to attach needles in the positions corresponding to the anatomical location of the palmar digital, abaxial and low four-point nerve blocks. The model was developed by the students and used in practical classes based in the laboratory and in the field. The forelimb of a standing healthy horse was placed next to the model for a better understanding of the anatomical sites. In this work, the model encourages the study of anatomy, stimulated group work and enable the understanding of the anatomical reference sites for performing the technique. The use of the model in class complemented in an illustrative way the theoretical explanation made by the teacher and was received positively by the students. The experimental model proved to be a good alternative method for the practice of regional blocks in the equine forelimb. Classes held with the model contributed to professional training and confidence development, which provides a baseline for a better veterinary working.

Uso de modelo anatômico para o ensino da técnica de bloqueio regional da porção distal dos membros torácicos em equinos / Anatomical model for teaching the regional anesthesia technique via perineural block of the distal forelimb in horses

A proposta deste trabalho foi desenvolver um modelo de anestesia regional via bloqueio perineural de equinos para complementar o treinamento de habilidades práticas em alunos de graduação em medicina veterinária. Para a base óssea do modelo foi utilizado o membro torácico de um esqueleto equino. Os tendões e ligamentos foram feitos manualmente com porcelana fria e coloridos com tinta guache. A porcelana fria também foi utilizada para fixar as agulhas nos locais anatômicos para a realização dos bloqueios digital palmar, abaxial do sesamoide, quatro pontos baixos e quatro pontos altos. O modelo foi construído em aula prática realizada em laboratório pelos alunos e posteriormente utilizado para comparação com a anatomia de um equino saudável em aula prática realizada em campo. Neste trabalho, o modelo desenvolvido despertou o interesse pelo estudo da anatomia, estimulou o trabalho em grupo e facilitou o entendimento da relação entre as estruturas utilizadas como referência para o correto posicionamento das agulhas. O uso do modelo em aula complementou de forma ilustrativa a explanação teórica realizada pelo docente e foi recebido de forma positiva pelos alunos da disciplina. Desta forma, o modelo experimental se mostrou um bom método complementar para a prática de bloqueios regionais no membro de equinos. As aulas realizadas com o uso do modelo contribuíram para tornar o estudante um profissional mais preparado, confiante e completo, que poderá oferecer um trabalho de qualidade à sociedade.(AU)

The aim of the present study was to develop a model of regional anesthesia via perineural block in horses to supplement the teaching of diagnostic analgesia for undergraduate veterinary students. A simulator was built using an equine forelimb skeleton and cold porcelain painted with gouache. Cold porcelain was also used to attach needles in the positions corresponding to the anatomical location of the palmar digital, abaxial and low four-point nerve blocks. The model was developed by the students and used in practical classes based in the laboratory and in the field. The forelimb of a standing healthy horse was placed next to the model for a better understanding of the anatomical sites. In this work, the model encourages the study of anatomy, stimulated group work and enable the understanding of the anatomical reference sites for performing the technique. The use of the model in class complemented in an illustrative way the theoretical explanation made by the teacher and was received positively by the students. The experimental model proved to be a good alternative method for the practice of regional blocks in the equine forelimb. Classes held with the model contributed to professional training and confidence development, which provides a baseline for a better veterinary working.(AU)

Prótese de rinoteca em carcará (Caracara plancus) / Rhinotheca prosthesis in a carcará (Caracara plancus)

Background: The bird's beak is a structure in constant growth, covered by keratinized epidermal sheaths called rhamphotheca. When subjected to certain degrees of injury, birds can suffer from lesions and fractures in different parts of the body, including the beak. One can treat simple ranch lesions by antisepsis and covering it with resin while the keratin is replaced; yet in complete fractures, with segment avulsion, they need complex prostheses to restore the functions of the nozzle. The main goal of this study was to report a case of a synthetic rhinotheca prosthesis placement in a wild carcará (Caracara plancus). Case: The carcará was referred to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital of the UNIUBE, at the end of May 2018, by Uberaba's Environmental Police, with a history of having been run over. On the physical examination, the animal showed aggressive behavior, low body weight, increased heart and respiratory rates, mild dehydration and complete fracture of the rhinotheca, with avulsion of the mid-distal portion and presence of necrosis in the remaining proximal remnant, the last one seen after debridement and complete cleansing of the lesion. In the following days, complementary exams were performed aiming a complete evaluation of the animal, these revealed the following: oral cavity swab, positive for Candida sp.; radiography of thoracic and pelvic limbs, without any changes; research of hemoparasites, with a negative result; and complete blood count showing marked leukocytosis. The animal was kept in the hospital's wild animal ward, with a daily handling of 400 g of chicken neck and heart, processed on a blender and was also supplemented with a variety of minerals. After the wild animal was managed for eleven months, evolving to the ideal weight set for the species, the process for making the prosthesis started. At first, the prosthesis was made manually with epoxy resin and polyamide, being molded on the animal's rhinotheca, before that, the carcará was sedated with intranasal midazolam, and then modeled in the ideal shape for the beak. Then, the definitive prosthesis was made with acrylic resin, using the previous mold as a base. The surgical procedure was performed in April 2019, with an anesthetic protocol composed of midazolam, dexmedetomidine, ketamine and morphine for sedation, and maintenance in sevoflurane. Prosthesis and rhinotheca were both fixated by bilateral perforation with a 1.0 mm drill, and later on 2 titanium screws were inserted for dental use, these measuring 1.5 mm. After being correctly threated, the screws received a thin layer of acrylic resin on top, for better fixation. Immediately after the operation, the animal was able to use the prosthesis to feed itself. After the surgical procedure, the bird was destined for a sanctuary, and months later the prosthesis eventually fell. Since then, the bird has remained without it. Discussion: Because the beak did not grow due to trauma and consequent necrosis, and the animal did not adapt well with the remnant still present, the manufacture of the prosthesis was the solution so that it could return to its natural habits and behaviors. For greater adherence and fixation, we opted for the use of 2 titanium screws for dental use with the deposition of a thin layer of acrylic resin on top of both. Prostheses can be successful in fixing, but there are no studies indicating how long they will remain viable. Therefore, even with the success of the procedure, allowing the bird to return to its natural habits and behaviors, until after the fall of the prosthesis, it is an animal that needs to be kept in captivity suitable for daily observation.

Determination of the reference interval of the C-reactive protein/albumin ratio and its efficiency, CRP and albumin as prognostic markers in dogs

ABSTRACT: The objective of this research was to creates a reference interval for C-reactive protein (CRP)/albumin ratio (CAR) in the canine species and to analyze the potential of CRP, albumin and the relationship between both, to serve as indicators of disease severity, length of hospital stay (LoS) and mortality in this species. For this, an outcome study was conducted in a Veterinary Teaching Hospital in southern Brazil. One hundred ninety dogs were included randomly, without distinction of gender, age, or breed, from June 2013 to November 2016. Plasma was collected from them and analyzed for assessment of CRP and albumin. The reference range stipulated for CAR in dogs was 0.36-0.60, as determined by the confidence interval of mean resamplings (in percentiles). The frequencies mean, and standard deviations of the variables, correlation analysis, and comparative analysis (Kruskal-Wallis in = 5%) were calculated. Elevation (above reference) of CAR was determined to be proportional to the severity of the underlying disease, and CRP means were reasonable. Besides, hypoalbuminemia was indicative of systemic disease, but not of severity. Thus, CAR was a better marker of disease severity than were CRP and albumin, analyzed separately. Concerning LoS, there was a positive correlation with CAR (p 0.01) in patients, and the same was not observed with CRP and albumin. Concerning mortality, hypoalbuminemia was the only marker valid in animals with a critical illness (p=0.04). In conclusion, CAR is a better marker of disease severity and LoS in dogs than are CRP and albumin analyzed separately.

RESUMO: O objetivo desta pesquisa foi determinar um intervalo de referência para a relação proteína C reativa (PCR)/albumina (R:PCR/ALB) na espécie canina e analisar o potencial de PCR, albumina e a relação entre ambas como indicadores de gravidade de doença, tempo de internação (TI) e mortalidade nesta espécie. Para isso, um estudo foi realizado em um Hospital Veterinário Escola no sul do Brasil. Cento e noventa cães foram incluídos aleatoriamente, sem distinção de sexo, idade ou raça, de junho de 2013 a novembro de 2016. O plasma foi coletado e analisado para avaliação da PCR e albumina. O intervalo de referência estipulado para o R:PCR/ALB em cães foi de 0,36-0,60, conforme determinado pelo intervalo de confiança da média das reamostragens (em percentis). Foram calculadas as frequências, médias e desvios-padrões das variáveis, análises de correlação e análises comparativas (Kruskal-Wallis em = 5%). Notou-se elevação (acima da referência) da R:PCR/ALB proporcional à gravidade da doença de base, sendo normais as médias da PCR. Adicionalmente, a hipoalbuminemia foi indicadora de doença sistêmica, mas, não de gravidade. Dessa forma, a R:PCR/ALB foi melhor indicadora de gravidade de doença do que a PCR e albumina, analisadas separadamente. Em relação ao TI, houve correlação positiva com a R:PCR/ALB (p 0,01) em doentes, não sendo observado o mesmo com a PCR e albumina. Em relação à mortalidade, a hipoalbuminemia foi a única marcadora válida em animais com doenças críticas (p=0,04). Conclui-se, portanto, que a R:PCR/ALB é melhor marcadora de gravidade de doença e TI em cães do que a PCR e albumina analisadas separadamente.

Quality of reading among equipment for determining water content in corn kernels / Qualidade da leitura entre equipamentos para determinação do teor de água em grãos de milho

Corn productivity in Brazil has been gradually increasing, and adequate storage of produce is a matter of safety; under appropriate storage, the quality of the product is preserved and losses are avoided or minimized. Hence, monitoring temperature and moisture control is essential. The objective of this study was to verify the quality of readings of equipment used to determine the water content of corn seeds according to the sowing times, and to verify the existence of correlations among the equipment. The experiment was conducted at the Research and Extension Teaching Farm (FEPE), which belongs to UNESP/FCAV in Jaboticabal, SP. The experimental design was based on the basic premise of statistical quality control (SQC). Three experimental areas were evaluated with two corn hybrids and with different days after sowing (DAS): Area A (hybrid AS1633PRO2 at 132 DAS), Area B (hybrid AS1555RR2 at 125 DAS), and Area C (hybrid AS1633PRO2 at 150 DAS). To evaluate the water content of the seeds, an expeditious method was employed using two different moisture sensors (Equipment 1 and 2) based on the principle of dielectric measurement (moisture by capacitance). The greenhouse method (Equipment 3) was also tested. The highest reading quality was observed in Equipment 1, and Area C showed less variability and a higher average yield because of the adequate physiological maturation points of the harvest and more appropriate grain water content. Equipment 3 and 1 showed better correlation between the evaluations because the calibration of Equipment 1 had readings close to those of the standard method (Equipment 3).(AU)

A produtividade de milho no Brasil vem aumentando gradativamente, e o armazenamento adequado da produção é uma questão de segurança, sendo assim, quando conduzido adequadamente, a qualidade do produto é preservada e as perdas são evitadas ou minimizadas. Assim, o monitoramento, o controle da temperatura e umidade se torna fundamental. Objetivou-se verificar a qualidade da leitura dos equipamentos utilizados para a determinação do teor de água em grãos de milho em função das épocas de semeadura, e também verificar a correlação existente entre os equipamentos. O experimento foi conduzido na Fazenda de Ensino Pesquisa e Extensão (FEPE), pertencente a UNESP/FCAV em Jaboticabal-SP. O delineamento experimental foi baseado nas premissas básicas do Controle Estatístico de Qualidade - CEQ. Foram avaliadas três áreas experimentais com dois híbridos de milho e com diferentes dias após a semeadura, sendo: área A (híbrido AS1633PRO2 aos 132 DAS), área B (híbrido AS1555RR2 aos 125 DAS) e área C (híbrido AS1633PRO2 aos 150 DAS). A fim de avaliar o teor de água dos grãos, foi empregado o método expedito, por meio de sensores de umidade e o método da estufa. Para o método expedito utilizou-se dois sensores que constam de princípio de medição dielétrica (umidade por capacitância). A maior qualidade de leitura foi no Equipamento 1, e a área C apresentou menor variabilidade, devido aos adequados pontos de maturação fisiológico para a colheita como também ao do teor de água do grão, e também demonstrou média superior de produtividade. Os equipamentos 3 e 1 tiveram melhor correlação nas avaliações, devido a calibração do equipamento 1 ter apresentado leituras próximas ao do método padrão (Equipamento 3).(AU)

Determination of the reference interval of the C-reactive protein/albumin ratio and its efficiency, CRP and albumin as prognostic markers in dogs / Determinação do intervalo de referência e da eficiência da relação proteína C-reativa/albumina, PCR e albumina como marcadores prognósticos em cães

The objective of this research was to creates a reference interval for C-reactive protein (CRP)/albumin ratio (CAR) in the canine species and to analyze the potential of CRP, albumin and the relationship between both, to serve as indicators of disease severity, length of hospital stay (LoS) and mortality in this species. For this, an outcome study was conducted in a Veterinary Teaching Hospital in southern Brazil. One hundred ninety dogs were included randomly, without distinction of gender, age, or breed, from June 2013 to November 2016. Plasma was collected from them and analyzed for assessment of CRP and albumin. The reference range stipulated for CAR in dogs was 0.36-0.60, as determined by the confidence interval of mean resamplings (in percentiles). The frequencies mean, and standard deviations of the variables, correlation analysis, and comparative analysis (Kruskal-Wallis in α = 5%) were calculated. Elevation (above reference) of CAR was determined to be proportional to the severity of the underlying disease, and CRP means were reasonable. Besides, hypoalbuminemia was indicative of systemic disease, but not of severity. Thus, CAR was a better marker of disease severity than were CRP and albumin, analyzed separately. Concerning LoS, there was a positive correlation with CAR (p<0.01) in patients, and the same was not observed with CRP and albumin. Concerning mortality, hypoalbuminemia was the only marker valid in animals with a critical illness (p=0.04). In conclusion, CAR is a better marker of disease severity and LoS in dogs than are CRP and albumin analyzed separately.(AU)

O objetivo desta pesquisa foi determinar um intervalo de referência para a relação proteína C reativa (PCR)/albumina (R:PCR/ALB) na espécie canina e analisar o potencial de PCR, albumina e a relação entre ambas como indicadores de gravidade de doença, tempo de internação (TI) e mortalidade nesta espécie. Para isso, um estudo foi realizado em um Hospital Veterinário Escola no sul do Brasil. Cento e noventa cães foram incluídos aleatoriamente, sem distinção de sexo, idade ou raça, de junho de 2013 a novembro de 2016. O plasma foi coletado e analisado para avaliação da PCR e albumina. O intervalo de referência estipulado para o R:PCR/ALB em cães foi de 0,36-0,60, conforme determinado pelo intervalo de confiança da média das reamostragens (em percentis). Foram calculadas as frequências, médias e desvios-padrões das variáveis, análises de correlação e análises comparativas (Kruskal-Wallis em α = 5%). Notou-se elevação (acima da referência) da R:PCR/ALB proporcional à gravidade da doença de base, sendo normais as médias da PCR. Adicionalmente, a hipoalbuminemia foi indicadora de doença sistêmica, mas, não de gravidade. Dessa forma, a R:PCR/ALB foi melhor indicadora de gravidade de doença do que a PCR e albumina, analisadas separadamente. Em relação ao TI, houve correlação positiva com a R:PCR/ALB (p<0,01) em doentes, não sendo observado o mesmo com a PCR e albumina. Em relação à mortalidade, a hipoalbuminemia foi a única marcadora válida em animais com doenças críticas (p=0,04). Conclui-se, portanto, que a R:PCR/ALB é melhor marcadora de gravidade de doença e TI em cães do que a PCR e albumina analisadas separadamente.(AU)

Determination of the reference interval of the C-reactive protein/albumin ratio and its efficiency, CRP and albumin as prognostic markers in dogs / Determinação do intervalo de referência e da eficiência da relação proteína C-reativa/albumina, PCR e albumina como marcadores prognósticos em cães

The objective of this research was to creates a reference interval for C-reactive protein (CRP)/albumin ratio (CAR) in the canine species and to analyze the potential of CRP, albumin and the relationship between both, to serve as indicators of disease severity, length of hospital stay (LoS) and mortality in this species. For this, an outcome study was conducted in a Veterinary Teaching Hospital in southern Brazil. One hundred ninety dogs were included randomly, without distinction of gender, age, or breed, from June 2013 to November 2016. Plasma was collected from them and analyzed for assessment of CRP and albumin. The reference range stipulated for CAR in dogs was 0.36-0.60, as determined by the confidence interval of mean resamplings (in percentiles). The frequencies mean, and standard deviations of the variables, correlation analysis, and comparative analysis (Kruskal-Wallis in α = 5%) were calculated. Elevation (above reference) of CAR was determined to be proportional to the severity of the underlying disease, and CRP means were reasonable. Besides, hypoalbuminemia was indicative of systemic disease, but not of severity. Thus, CAR was a better marker of disease severity than were CRP and albumin, analyzed separately. Concerning LoS, there was a positive correlation with CAR (p<0.01) in patients, and the same was not observed with CRP and albumin. Concerning mortality, hypoalbuminemia was the only marker valid in animals with a critical illness (p=0.04). In conclusion, CAR is a better marker of disease severity and LoS in dogs than are CRP and albumin analyzed separately.(AU)

O objetivo desta pesquisa foi determinar um intervalo de referência para a relação proteína C reativa (PCR)/albumina (R:PCR/ALB) na espécie canina e analisar o potencial de PCR, albumina e a relação entre ambas como indicadores de gravidade de doença, tempo de internação (TI) e mortalidade nesta espécie. Para isso, um estudo foi realizado em um Hospital Veterinário Escola no sul do Brasil. Cento e noventa cães foram incluídos aleatoriamente, sem distinção de sexo, idade ou raça, de junho de 2013 a novembro de 2016. O plasma foi coletado e analisado para avaliação da PCR e albumina. O intervalo de referência estipulado para o R:PCR/ALB em cães foi de 0,36-0,60, conforme determinado pelo intervalo de confiança da média das reamostragens (em percentis). Foram calculadas as frequências, médias e desvios-padrões das variáveis, análises de correlação e análises comparativas (Kruskal-Wallis em α = 5%). Notou-se elevação (acima da referência) da R:PCR/ALB proporcional à gravidade da doença de base, sendo normais as médias da PCR. Adicionalmente, a hipoalbuminemia foi indicadora de doença sistêmica, mas, não de gravidade. Dessa forma, a R:PCR/ALB foi melhor indicadora de gravidade de doença do que a PCR e albumina, analisadas separadamente. Em relação ao TI, houve correlação positiva com a R:PCR/ALB (p<0,01) em doentes, não sendo observado o mesmo com a PCR e albumina. Em relação à mortalidade, a hipoalbuminemia foi a única marcadora válida em animais com doenças críticas (p=0,04). Conclui-se, portanto, que a R:PCR/ALB é melhor marcadora de gravidade de doença e TI em cães do que a PCR e albumina analisadas separadamente.(AU)

The alternative model of silicone for experimental simulation of suture of living tissue in the teaching of surgical technique

Purpose: To develop a silicone alternative model of tissue suture simulation to be used in the teaching of surgical technique. Methods: Twelve alternative models of silicone for tissue suture simulation were manufactured and implemented as a tool for suture pattern training of undergraduate medical students of Universidade Federal do Amazonas. Forty-eight students participated in the research. The evaluation of the proposed model was done through a questionnaire using the Likert scale, in order to verify the student satisfaction index of the alternative resource and its performance as opposed to the model historically used in the discipline, which is to suture in cloths. Results: The alternative model showed satisfactory results, especially with respect to the structural aspect, such as, better perception of anatomical planes, handling and transport. About 89.58% of positive concordant responses demonstrating expressive approval for incorporation of a complementary form of the alternative methodological proposal of the discipline of surgical technique. Conclusions: The model developed for experimental simulation of tissue sutures has proved to be a fully feasible alternative method for the training of this surgical skill. It is a simple, reproducible and low-cost model.(AU)

Experiences with basic microsurgical training programs and skill assessment methods at the University of Debrecen, Hungary

During the past decades microsurgical training programs together with skill assessment methods had been developing intensively worldwide. Concerning the teaching of basic techniques at various levels, we aimed to summarize the education program types and experiences at our department, in order to define the way of continuity. All in the hope that this summary might contain useful information for other educators as well. About 50 years ago, in the late 1960s, microsurgical basic education had been established in Debrecen. Since the 1990s multilevel education programs have been developed, starting in undergraduate years up to the postgraduate training, residency and continuous medical education programs. In the last three decades about 2,300 participants completed courses, including over 470 residents. The ones who already succeeded microsurgical course as medical students, during residency program could reach better results and skill development. Concluding thoughts, the traditional methods and special experiences are highly important in microsurgical education. The necessary duration and individual training approach are emphasized. Standardization (self and international), comparability, accessibility, providing milestones of microsurgical skills are key factors. Proper feedback and skill assessment (experiences, internationally recognized scores, or combinations) are indispensable, but have to be fitted to the characteristic elements of the course.(AU)

Early parenteral nutrition in enterectomized dogs / Nutrição parenteral precoce em cães submetidos à enterectomia

The aim of this study was to explore the role of early central parenteral nutrition support with and without lipid emulsion in enterectomized dogs undergoing small bowel partial resection. Enterectomized dogs often cannot be fed properly via an oral or enteral route immediately post-surgery. After enterectomy, the animals received parenteral nutrition or crystalloid solution until they were able to voluntarily take in an oral diet. All dogs were recruited at the University of Sao Paulo veterinary teaching hospital. Eighteen dogs with intussusception, a foreign intestinal body, linear foreign intestinal body, or intussusception associated with a foreign intestinal body underwent enterectomy surgery and were randomly assigned to receive one of three treatments: crystalloid solution (CS group), parenteral nutrition with a mix of glucose and amino acids (GA group) or parenteral nutrition with a mix of glucose, amino acids and lipids (GAL group). A serum chemistry panel and complete blood count were collected prior to surgery and at the end of the study. Albumin increased in the GA and GAL group (p=0.042 and p=0.038 respectively) after hospitalization, but no significant differences were identified among the groups. Body weight decreased by 4.9% (p=0.042) in the CS group, but there were no significant changes in the GAL and GA groups. There was a significant decrease in the recovery scores in the GA and GAL groups during hospitalization (p=0.039 in both groups). Early parenteral nutrition was beneficial for patient recovery in post-surgical small bowel partial resection, indicating better quality, and no major complications or side effects were observed during the hospitalization period in the studied dogs.(AU)

O objetivo desse estudo era estudar os efeitos da nutrição parenteral central precoce com e sem emulsão lipídica em cães submetidos à ressecção parcial do intestino delgado. Os cães enterectomizados frequentemente não conseguem ser adequadamente alimentados por via oral ou enteral no pós-cirúrgico imediato. Após a enterectomia, os animais receberam nutrição parenteral ou solução cristaloide até o momento em que fossem capazes de alimentar-se voluntariamente por via oral. Todos os animais foram selecionados no hospital veterinário da Universidade de São Paulo. Dezoito cães diagnosticados com intussuscepção, corpo estranho intestinal, corpo estranho linear ou intussuscepção associada com corpo estranho intestinal foram submetidos à enterectomia e aleatoriamente alocados para receber um dos três tratamentos: solução cristaloide (grupo CS), nutrição parenteral com mistura de glicose e aminoácidos (grupo GA) ou nutrição parental com mistura de glicose e lipídios (grupo GAL). Hemograma e bioquímica sérica foram coletados antes da cirurgia e no final do estudo. Houve aumento de albumina no grupo GA e GAL (p=0,042 e p=0,038 respectivamente) após a hospitalização, mas não houve diferença significativa entre grupos. O peso corpóreo diminuiu cerca de 4,9% (p=0,042) no grupo CS mas não houve alterações significativas no grupo GAL e GA. Houve uma diminuição significativa no escore de recuperação no grupo GA e GAL durante a hospitalização (p=0,039 em ambos os grupos). A nutrição parenteral precoce mostrou-se benéfica para a recuperação no pós-operatório dos cães submetidos à ressecção parcial do intestino delgado, sinalizando uma melhora na qualidade da recuperação e ausência de grandes complicações ou efeitos colaterais durante o período de hospitalização dos animais estudados.(AU)

Early parenteral nutrition in enterectomized dogs / Nutrição parenteral precoce em cães submetidos à enterectomia

The aim of this study was to explore the role of early central parenteral nutrition support with and without lipid emulsion in enterectomized dogs undergoing small bowel partial resection. Enterectomized dogs often cannot be fed properly via an oral or enteral route immediately post-surgery. After enterectomy, the animals received parenteral nutrition or crystalloid solution until they were able to voluntarily take in an oral diet. All dogs were recruited at the University of Sao Paulo veterinary teaching hospital. Eighteen dogs with intussusception, a foreign intestinal body, linear foreign intestinal body, or intussusception associated with a foreign intestinal body underwent enterectomy surgery and were randomly assigned to receive one of three treatments: crystalloid solution (CS group), parenteral nutrition with a mix of glucose and amino acids (GA group) or parenteral nutrition with a mix of glucose, amino acids and lipids (GAL group). A serum chemistry panel and complete blood count were collected prior to surgery and at the end of the study. Albumin increased in the GA and GAL group (p=0.042 and p=0.038 respectively) after hospitalization, but no significant differences were identified among the groups. Body weight decreased by 4.9% (p=0.042) in the CS group, but there were no significant changes in the GAL and GA groups. There was a significant decrease in the recovery scores in the GA and GAL groups during hospitalization (p=0.039 in both groups). Early parenteral nutrition was beneficial for patient recovery in post-surgical small bowel partial resection, indicating better quality, and no major complications or side effects were observed during the hospitalization period in the studied dogs.(AU)

O objetivo desse estudo era estudar os efeitos da nutrição parenteral central precoce com e sem emulsão lipídica em cães submetidos à ressecção parcial do intestino delgado. Os cães enterectomizados frequentemente não conseguem ser adequadamente alimentados por via oral ou enteral no pós-cirúrgico imediato. Após a enterectomia, os animais receberam nutrição parenteral ou solução cristaloide até o momento em que fossem capazes de alimentar-se voluntariamente por via oral. Todos os animais foram selecionados no hospital veterinário da Universidade de São Paulo. Dezoito cães diagnosticados com intussuscepção, corpo estranho intestinal, corpo estranho linear ou intussuscepção associada com corpo estranho intestinal foram submetidos à enterectomia e aleatoriamente alocados para receber um dos três tratamentos: solução cristaloide (grupo CS), nutrição parenteral com mistura de glicose e aminoácidos (grupo GA) ou nutrição parental com mistura de glicose e lipídios (grupo GAL). Hemograma e bioquímica sérica foram coletados antes da cirurgia e no final do estudo. Houve aumento de albumina no grupo GA e GAL (p=0,042 e p=0,038 respectivamente) após a hospitalização, mas não houve diferença significativa entre grupos. O peso corpóreo diminuiu cerca de 4,9% (p=0,042) no grupo CS mas não houve alterações significativas no grupo GAL e GA. Houve uma diminuição significativa no escore de recuperação no grupo GA e GAL durante a hospitalização (p=0,039 em ambos os grupos). A nutrição parenteral precoce mostrou-se benéfica para a recuperação no pós-operatório dos cães submetidos à ressecção parcial do intestino delgado, sinalizando uma melhora na qualidade da recuperação e ausência de grandes complicações ou efeitos colaterais durante o período de hospitalização dos animais estudados.(AU)

How does practice improve the skills of medical students during consecutive training courses?

Purpose: To follow-up the development of medical students in taking a stitch using two different bench models, and to assess their performance with regards to gender, handedness, prior recreational activities and interest in surgery. Methods: The study was performed during the compulsory basic (n=152) and the consecutive elective course (n=27). Students took simple interrupted stitches into synthetic and biopreprate models in the classroom and in the operating room. The time needed for that was measured and the quality was scored, using an OSATS (Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skill) checklist that had been adapted to our training programs. Results: Students performance improved both in time and quality during classes, over the course and compared basic to the elective course, too. No significant difference was found in relation to gender and handedness but certain recreational activities and special interest in surgery led to better results. Operating room environment had a slight negative effect on students performance. Conclusion: The study could provide objective skill assessment, monitoring has revealed deficiencies and influencing factors. Objective feedback, valid and reliable assessment is important in teaching surgical skills. In addition it may contribute to higher surgical safety later on in the clinical practice.(AU)

A acumulação de animais e a formação de veterinários

A acumulação de animais é um problema complexo e interdisciplinar cujo entendimento é baseado em poucas informações e cujas consequências envolvem o bem estar humano, animal e efeitos ambientais. Os veterinários estão na linha de frente no encontro e solução dos casos de acumulação, mas não são preparados, no ensino superior, para o enfrentamento de problemas complexos como este. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma revisão do conhecimento atual sobre a acumulação de animais feita a partir das palavras-chave "transtorno de acumulação", "acumulação de animais" e "veterinários" em português e inglês, assim como correlacionar estes dados com o ensino para a formação de veterinários. Para que os veterinários sejam mais bem preparados para enfrentar este tipo de problema, já nas universidades, deve ser fortalecida a tríade ensino, pesquisa e extensão, assim como o ensino claramente voltado para a compreensão considerando-se competências relacionadas à atuação em ambiente multiprofissional e à participação e contribuição social.(AU)

Hoarding of animals is a complex, multi- and interdisciplinary problem whose understanding is based on little information. The consequences of hoarding involve human and animal welfare, besides environmental effects. Veterinarians are the professionals on the front line in finding and solving hoarding problems, but higher education does not prepare them to face this kind of problem. The objective of this study is to present a review of the current knowledge on animal hoarding based on the terms "hoarding", "animal hoarding" and "veterinarians" in Portuguese and English, and to link these data with veterinary education. For veterinarians to be better prepared to face this type of problem, still in universities, the triad teaching, research and extension should be strengthened, as well as the use of teaching techniques clearly aiming at understanding considering competencies related to multidisciplinarity, and social participation and contribution.(AU)

A acumulação de animais e a formação de veterinários

A acumulação de animais é um problema complexo e interdisciplinar cujo entendimento é baseado em poucas informações e cujas consequências envolvem o bem estar humano, animal e efeitos ambientais. Os veterinários estão na linha de frente no encontro e solução dos casos de acumulação, mas não são preparados, no ensino superior, para o enfrentamento de problemas complexos como este. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma revisão do conhecimento atual sobre a acumulação de animais feita a partir das palavras-chave "transtorno de acumulação", "acumulação de animais" e "veterinários" em português e inglês, assim como correlacionar estes dados com o ensino para a formação de veterinários. Para que os veterinários sejam mais bem preparados para enfrentar este tipo de problema, já nas universidades, deve ser fortalecida a tríade ensino, pesquisa e extensão, assim como o ensino claramente voltado para a compreensão considerando-se competências relacionadas à atuação em ambiente multiprofissional e à participação e contribuição social.

Hoarding of animals is a complex, multi- and interdisciplinary problem whose understanding is based on little information. The consequences of hoarding involve human and animal welfare, besides environmental effects. Veterinarians are the professionals on the front line in finding and solving hoarding problems, but higher education does not prepare them to face this kind of problem. The objective of this study is to present a review of the current knowledge on animal hoarding based on the terms "hoarding", "animal hoarding" and "veterinarians" in Portuguese and English, and to link these data with veterinary education. For veterinarians to be better prepared to face this type of problem, still in universities, the triad teaching, research and extension should be strengthened, as well as the use of teaching techniques clearly aiming at understanding considering competencies related to multidisciplinarity, and social participation and contribution.

PARÂMETROS FERMENTATIVOS E NUTRICIONAIS DE SILAGENS DE MILHO (Zea mays, L.) E AVEIA BRANCA (Avena sativa, L.) COM BAIXOS TEORES DE MATÉRIA SECA E INOCULADAS COM ADITIVO MICROBIANO E ENZIMÁTICO

Um dos aspectos mais importantes na confecção de silagens consiste na colheita com adequado teor de matéria seca, entre 30 e 40%, por exemplo, entretanto devido a inúmeros fatores nem sempre esses valores são atingidos. Dessa forma, o objetivo foi avaliar se o perfil fermentativo e o valor nutricional de silagens de milho e de aveia branca colhidas com baixo teor de matéria seca foram influenciados quando inoculadas com diferentes doses de aditivo microbiano enzimático. O experimento foi conduzido em área experimental pertencente a Unidade de Ensino e Pesquisa de Bovinocultura de Leite da Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Campus Dois Vizinhos. O milho foi semeado no dia 07 de novembro de 2018 e as colheitas foram realizadas nos dias 05 e 12 de fevereiro de 2019. A cultura da aveia branca foi estabelecida no dia 18 de abril de 2019 e as colheitas foram realizadas nos dias 16 de julho e 01 de agosto de 2019. O inoculante foi adicionado a massa triturada durante o processo de compactação nas doses de 0, 500, 1.000, 1.500, 2.000 mg kg-1 de matéria verde. O perfil fermentativo foi estimado pelas análises de recuperação de matéria seca, perdas gasosas, perdas por efluentes, pH, capacidade tampão, nitrogênio amoniacal, açúcares solúveis e ácidos graxos voláteis de cadeia curta (lactato, acetato, propionato, butirato). O valor nutricional foi determinado através da matéria mineral, proteína bruta, amido, fibra em detergente neutro, fibra em detergente ácido, lignina, hemicelulose, celulose e cinética de degradação ruminal in vitro. A silagem de milho colhida com maior teor de matéria seca apresentou melhores resultados quando comparada com a silagem com menor teor de matéria seca. Já para a aveia branca o menor teor de matéria seca resultou no melhor perfil fermentativo, valor nutricional e a degradação ruminal in vitro. O aditivo microbiano enzimático mostrou efeito positivo em ambas às culturas ensiladas.

One of the most important aspects of the ensiling process consists of harvesting with an adequate dry matter content between 30 and 40%; however, due to countless factors, these values are not always reached. Thus, the objective was to evaluate whether the fermentative profile and the nutritional value of corn and oat silages harvested with low dry matter content were influenced by different doses of enzymatic microbial additive. The experiment was carried out in an experimental area belonging to the Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Unit of the Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Dois Vizinhos Campus. The corn was sown on November 7, 2018, and the harvests were carried out on February 5 and 12, 2019. The oat crop was established on April 18, 2019, and the harvests were carried out on July 16 and August 1, 2019. The inoculant was added to the crushed mass during the compaction at doses of 0; 500; 1,000; 1,500; and 2,000 mg/kg-1 of fresh material. The fermentative profile was estimated by analyses for dry matter recovery, gas losses, losses from effluents, pH, buffering capacity, ammoniacal nitrogen, soluble sugars, and short-chain volatile fatty acids (lactate, acetate, propionate, butyrate). The nutritional value was determined through chemical analyses for ash, crude protein, starch, neutral detergent fiber, acid detergent fiber, lignin, hemicellulose, cellulose, and in vitro ruminal degradation. The corn silage harvested with a higher dry matter content showed better results than the silage with a lower dry matter content. The lowest dry matter content resulted in the best fermentation profile, nutritional value, and in vitro ruminal degradation for the oat. The enzymatic microbial additive showed a positive effect on both ensiled crops.