Incisional hernia in a dog

Background: The rupture of the suture in the abdominal wall, but with integrity of the cutaneous suture, results in a condition known as incisional hernia. It is characterized by the protrusion of the abdominal viscera through orifices or areas ofthe abdominal wall. In most of the cases these defects in the abdominal wall are iatrogenic. The incisional hernia occursin an intact wall that is weakened by surgical incisions. The available literature on the incidence of incisional herniasin animals is scarce. With the aim to contribute to the information about incisional hernia in animals, it was decided todescribe the case of incisional hernia in a female dog after performing ovariohysterectomy (OH).Case: An adult mongrel shelter bitch, of unknown age, weighing 9.5 kg was admitted for OH in a practical class of theveterinary surgical technical discipline. Once the anesthetic condition was established, a retro-umbilical cutaneous incisionwas made. After opening the abdominal cavity, the bitch was castrated routinely. The abdominal wall was sutured including peritoneum, muscle fascia, and rectus abdominis muscle with nylon thread and U-stitches. The subcutaneous tissuewas then sutured with the same thread using Cushing suture. Ten days after the surgery, when the stitches were removed,the bitch revealed an increase in volume at the region of the surgical scar. Incisional hernia was diagnosed after carefulpalpation. For correction of the hernia, the bitch was submitted to surgical procedure. After the skin opening, an intenseinflammatory reaction was observed in the subcutaneous tissue. The inflamed skin and subcutaneous tissue were removed.The abdominal cavity was closed with nylon thread by means of U-stitches. The subcutaneous and skin...

Incisional hernia in a dog

Background: The rupture of the suture in the abdominal wall, but with integrity of the cutaneous suture, results in a condition known as incisional hernia. It is characterized by the protrusion of the abdominal viscera through orifices or areas ofthe abdominal wall. In most of the cases these defects in the abdominal wall are iatrogenic. The incisional hernia occursin an intact wall that is weakened by surgical incisions. The available literature on the incidence of incisional herniasin animals is scarce. With the aim to contribute to the information about incisional hernia in animals, it was decided todescribe the case of incisional hernia in a female dog after performing ovariohysterectomy (OH).Case: An adult mongrel shelter bitch, of unknown age, weighing 9.5 kg was admitted for OH in a practical class of theveterinary surgical technical discipline. Once the anesthetic condition was established, a retro-umbilical cutaneous incisionwas made. After opening the abdominal cavity, the bitch was castrated routinely. The abdominal wall was sutured including peritoneum, muscle fascia, and rectus abdominis muscle with nylon thread and U-stitches. The subcutaneous tissuewas then sutured with the same thread using Cushing suture. Ten days after the surgery, when the stitches were removed,the bitch revealed an increase in volume at the region of the surgical scar. Incisional hernia was diagnosed after carefulpalpation. For correction of the hernia, the bitch was submitted to surgical procedure. After the skin opening, an intenseinflammatory reaction was observed in the subcutaneous tissue. The inflamed skin and subcutaneous tissue were removed.The abdominal cavity was closed with nylon thread by means of U-stitches. The subcutaneous and skin...(AU)

Knowledge of students of public schools about Responsible Ownership of pets and Zoonoses / Conhecimento de discentes de escolas públicas sobre guarda responsável de animais de estimação e zoonoses

The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge of public school students of Teresina (PI, Brazil) about Responsible Pet Guard and some Zoonoses. The research was conducted through questionnaires, and their analysis revealed that most students have a pet and know what is responsible ownership. However, the most do not know what zoonosis is. Television was the main source of information, therefore it is suggested that this means of communication be used more intensively to disseminate responsible ownership, animal welfare and Zoonoses. Most students reported that the topic Zoonoses was never addressed in school, demonstrating that the subject should be more discussed. Vaccination is the best known practice of Responsible ownership. The deworming is practiced by 51.82% of the interviewees and castration was cited by 30.36%. Most students reported that that pets only have access to the street accompanied, but 32.05% have stated that their pet has access to the street. This conduct can lead to traffic accidents, injuries from fights with other dogs, bites of people, spread of zoonoses and other problems. Nearly half of the students claimed that their family had abandoned a pet, mainly because of financial difficulties to treat diseases presented by the animal. The main Zoonosis recognized by the students was rabies. Approximately 80% do not recognize Visceral Leishmaniasis and toxoplasmosis as Zoonoses. It was concluded that public school students of Teresina have little knowledge about the Responsible ownership and on Zoonoses.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o conhecimento de estudantes de escolas públicas de Teresina (PI, Brasil) sobre a Guarda Responsável de cães e gatos e algumas Zoonoses. A pesquisa foi realizada por meio de questionários, e sua análise revelou que a maioria dos alunos tem um animal de estimação e sabe o que é a Guarda Responsável. No entanto, a maioria não sabe o que é Zoonose. A televisão foi a principal fonte de informação, por isso sugere-se que este meio de comunicação seja usado de forma mais intensiva para disseminar a Guarda Responsável, o Bem-estar Animal e as Zoonoses. A maioria dos estudantes relatou que o tema Zoonoses nunca foi abordado na escola, demonstrando que o assunto deveria ser mais discutido. A vacinação é a prática mais conhecida da Guarda Responsável. A desparasitação é praticada por 51,82% dos entrevistados e a castração foi citada por 30,36%. A maioria dos estudantes relatou que os animais de estimação só têm acesso à rua acompanhados, mas 32,05% afirmaram que seu animal de estimação tem acesso à rua. Essa conduta pode levar a acidentes de trânsito, lesões por brigas com outros cães, mordidas de pessoas, disseminação de Zoonoses e outros problemas. Quase metade dos estudantes alegou que sua família havia abandonado um animal de estimação, principalmente por dificuldades financeiras no tratamento de doenças apresentadas pelo animal. A principal Zoonose reconhecida pelos estudantes foi a Raiva. Aproximadamente 80% não reconhecem a Leishmaniose Visceral e a Toxoplasmose como Zoonoses. Concluiu-se que os estudantes de escolas públicas de Teresina possuem pouco conhecimento sobre a Guarda Responsável e sobre Zoonoses.

Knowledge of students of public schools about Responsible Ownership of pets and Zoonoses / Conhecimento de discentes de escolas públicas sobre guarda responsável de animais de estimação e zoonoses

The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge of public school students of Teresina (PI, Brazil) about Responsible Pet Guard and some Zoonoses. The research was conducted through questionnaires, and their analysis revealed that most students have a pet and know what is responsible ownership. However, the most do not know what zoonosis is. Television was the main source of information, therefore it is suggested that this means of communication be used more intensively to disseminate responsible ownership, animal welfare and Zoonoses. Most students reported that the topic Zoonoses was never addressed in school, demonstrating that the subject should be more discussed. Vaccination is the best known practice of Responsible ownership. The deworming is practiced by 51.82% of the interviewees and castration was cited by 30.36%. Most students reported that that pets only have access to the street accompanied, but 32.05% have stated that their pet has access to the street. This conduct can lead to traffic accidents, injuries from fights with other dogs, bites of people, spread of zoonoses and other problems. Nearly half of the students claimed that their family had abandoned a pet, mainly because of financial difficulties to treat diseases presented by the animal. The main Zoonosis recognized by the students was rabies. Approximately 80% do not recognize Visceral Leishmaniasis and toxoplasmosis as Zoonoses. It was concluded that public school students of Teresina have little knowledge about the Responsible ownership and on Zoonoses.(AU)

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o conhecimento de estudantes de escolas públicas de Teresina (PI, Brasil) sobre a Guarda Responsável de cães e gatos e algumas Zoonoses. A pesquisa foi realizada por meio de questionários, e sua análise revelou que a maioria dos alunos tem um animal de estimação e sabe o que é a Guarda Responsável. No entanto, a maioria não sabe o que é Zoonose. A televisão foi a principal fonte de informação, por isso sugere-se que este meio de comunicação seja usado de forma mais intensiva para disseminar a Guarda Responsável, o Bem-estar Animal e as Zoonoses. A maioria dos estudantes relatou que o tema Zoonoses nunca foi abordado na escola, demonstrando que o assunto deveria ser mais discutido. A vacinação é a prática mais conhecida da Guarda Responsável. A desparasitação é praticada por 51,82% dos entrevistados e a castração foi citada por 30,36%. A maioria dos estudantes relatou que os animais de estimação só têm acesso à rua acompanhados, mas 32,05% afirmaram que seu animal de estimação tem acesso à rua.(AU) Essa conduta pode levar a acidentes de trânsito, lesões por brigas com outros cães, mordidas de pessoas, disseminação de Zoonoses e outros problemas. Quase metade dos estudantes alegou que sua família havia abandonado um animal de estimação, principalmente por dificuldades financeiras no tratamento de doenças apresentadas pelo animal. A principal Zoonose reconhecida pelos estudantes foi a Raiva. Aproximadamente 80% não reconhecem a Leishmaniose Visceral e a Toxoplasmose como Zoonoses. Concluiu-se que os estudantes de escolas públicas de Teresina possuem pouco conhecimento sobre a Guarda Responsável e sobre Zoonoses.(AU)

The Profiles Of Cat And Dog Tutors Participating In A Pet Neutering Campaign

The profiles of dog and cat tutors participating in a pet neutering campaign in Teresina (Piauí, Brazil) were evaluated using questionnaire surveys. The majority of participants were observed to be people with higher levels of educational attainment who mainly decided to neuter their animals to avoid unwanted pets, prevent access to the street, and prevent disease. There was no early neutering, which is desirable for disease prevention. The majority of participants were female, with more cats than dogs represented. It was concluded that the level of education of owners is a determinant in the health and welfare of their pets, demonstrating the need for educational campaigns.

The Profiles Of Cat And Dog Tutors Participating In A Pet Neutering Campaign

The profiles of dog and cat tutors participating in a pet neutering campaign in Teresina (Piauí, Brazil) were evaluated using questionnaire surveys. The majority of participants were observed to be people with higher levels of educational attainment who mainly decided to neuter their animals to avoid unwanted pets, prevent access to the street, and prevent disease. There was no early neutering, which is desirable for disease prevention. The majority of participants were female, with more cats than dogs represented. It was concluded that the level of education of owners is a determinant in the health and welfare of their pets, demonstrating the need for educational campaigns.(AU)

Fratura de olécrano em cão: relato de caso / Olecranon fracture in dog: case report

A dog showing lameness and pain at the right forelimb was treated at the Laboratory of Clinical and Surgery of dogs and cats of the University Veterinary Hospital of CPCE/UFPI and the diagnosis of complete fracture by avulsion of the right ulna at the olecranon region with presence of free bone fragment was confirmed by radiographic examination. The clinical treatment consisted in the use of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and systemic analgesic in addition to use of local healing ointment. It was performed surgical correction of free bone fragment by olecranon osteotomy.

Panosteíte em úmero esquerdo de cão pastor alemão / Panosteítis in humerus left dog German Shepherd

It was attended in the Veterinarian Hospital University of Piauí a dog, German Shepherd, male, 8 months of age, weighing 26.45 kg, presenting pain and lameness on the left forelimb. On the clinical examination showed an sensitivity increase to palpation the scapular humeral articulation left. The radiographic showed panosteitis in the left humerus. Instituted if a symptomatic therapy with carprofen (NSAIDs) 2.2 mg/kg/BID during 10 days which allowed the successful treatment.

Knowledge of the dog's owners about mammary tumor in bitches / Conhecimento de tutores de cães sobre tumor de mama em cadelas

Mammary tumors (MT) are common in dogs, and the etiology may be related to several factors; however the most important factor is hormonal. Due to this, early castration is the main method to prevent the disease in dogs. This study aimed to interview dog guardians in the city of Teresina, about the mammary tumor in dogs. We addressed 420 people in the city and it was observed that most people do not take your pet to the veterinary regularly. Such behavior diminishes the possibility of early diagnosis, key in MT of female dogs. Most people do not accept to spay your animal, demonstrating that they are not willing to adopt important conduits in responsible ownership. Among those who agree with castration, contraception was identified as the main reason for many respondents. The most respondents (71.19%) did not know that dogs may have MT and among the people who claimed to know, most did not know how to prevent the disease. Only 8.24% of people recognize spaying before the first heat as a prophylactic conduct for TM in dogs. Based on these results, it was concluded that the inhabitants of Teresina do not have adequate and sufficient information regarding mammary tumors in dogs. It is suggested the creation of educational campaigns to reduce the morbidity and mortality of the disease in dogs.

Os tumores mamários (TM) são frequentes na espécie canina, sendo que a etiologia pode estar relacionada a diversos fatores, sendo o mais importante o fator hormonal. Devido a isso, a castração precoce é a principal forma de se prevenir a doença em cadelas. Este trabalho teve o objetivo de entrevistar tutores de cães na cidade de Teresina, a respeito do tumor de mama em cadelas. Foram abordadas 420 pessoas na cidade e observou-se que a maioria das pessoas não leva seu animal regularmente ao veterinário. Tal conduta diminui a possibilidade de diagnóstico precoce, fundamental em TM de cadelas. A maioria das pessoas respondeu que não castraria seu animal, demonstrando que não estão dispostos a adotar condutas importantes na guarda responsável. Dentre os que concordam com a castração, a anticoncepção foi apontada como principal motivo para muitos entrevistados. A maioria dos entrevistados (71,19%) não sabia que cadelas podem ter TM e dentre as pessoas que afirmaram saber, a maioria não sabia como prevenir a doença. Apenas 8,24% das pessoas citaram a castração antes do primeiro cio como conduta profilática para TM em cadelas. Diante dos resultados obtidos, constata-se que os habitantes de Teresina não possuem informações adequadas e suficientes a respeito de tumores mamários em cães. Sugere-se a instituição de campanhas educativas para diminuir a morbidade e mortalidade da enfermidade em cadelas.

Fratura de olécrano em cão: relato de caso / Olecranon fracture in dog: case report

A dog showing lameness and pain at the right forelimb was treated at the Laboratory of Clinical and Surgery of dogs and cats of the University Veterinary Hospital of CPCE/UFPI and the diagnosis of complete fracture by avulsion of the right ulna at the olecranon region with presence of free bone fragment was confirmed by radiographic examination. The clinical treatment consisted in the use of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and systemic analgesic in addition to use of local healing ointment. It was performed surgical correction of free bone fragment by olecranon osteotomy.(AU)

Panosteíte em úmero esquerdo de cão pastor alemão / Panosteítis in humerus left dog German Shepherd

It was attended in the Veterinarian Hospital University of Piauí a dog, German Shepherd, male, 8 months of age, weighing 26.45 kg, presenting pain and lameness on the left forelimb. On the clinical examination showed an sensitivity increase to palpation the scapular humeral articulation left. The radiographic showed panosteitis in the left humerus. Instituted if a symptomatic therapy with carprofen (NSAIDs) 2.2 mg/kg/BID during 10 days which allowed the successful treatment.(AU)

Epidemiology and anesthetic risk in dogs with aural hematoma / Epidemiologia e risco anestésico de cães portadores de otohematoma

Background: Otohematoma or aural hematoma in dogs is blood pooling within the ear cartilage plate, and stems from several causes (ear infections, ectoparasites and others). The formation of hematoma is by vascular injury, causing bleeding, generated by self-injury. This disease occurs especially in dogs of pendulous ears, and the concave surface of the ear is considered as the most frequent. The therapy to correct the lesion can be a clinical procedure; however, surgical drainage is the treatment of choice. This work aims to record the epidemiological aspects related to aural hematoma in dogs, as well as classify such patients as to the physical condition and anesthetic risk. Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty five dogs with aural hematoma submitted to surgical procedure were followed. During the data collection period (seven months), surgery to correct aural hematoma represented 19% of surgeries performed in dogs (total of surgeries: 474). The percentage of canine breeds affected was: mixed breed (64%; 16/25), german shepherd (24%; 6/25), labrador (4%; 1/25), waimaraner (4%; 1/25) and daschund (4%; 1/25). Most occurrences were observed in females aged 3-12 years. Most of the animals showed only one pina affected (96%; 24/25), and 52% (13/25) had hematoma in the right and 44% (11/25) in the left ear. Some of the patients had no hematologic abnormalities (48%; 12/25) [...](AU)

Knowledge of the dog's owners about mammary tumor in bitches / Conhecimento de tutores de cães sobre tumor de mama em cadelas

Mammary tumors (MT) are common in dogs, and the etiology may be related to several factors; however the most important factor is hormonal. Due to this, early castration is the main method to prevent the disease in dogs. This study aimed to interview dog guardians in the city of Teresina, about the mammary tumor in dogs. We addressed 420 people in the city and it was observed that most people do not take your pet to the veterinary regularly. Such behavior diminishes the possibility of early diagnosis, key in MT of female dogs. Most people do not accept to spay your animal, demonstrating that they are not willing to adopt important conduits in responsible ownership. Among those who agree with castration, contraception was identified as the main reason for many respondents. The most respondents (71.19%) did not know that dogs may have MT and among the people who claimed to know, most did not know how to prevent the disease. Only 8.24% of people recognize spaying before the first heat as a prophylactic conduct for TM in dogs. Based on these results, it was concluded that the inhabitants of Teresina do not have adequate and sufficient information regarding mammary tumors in dogs. It is suggested the creation of educational campaigns to reduce the morbidity and mortality of the disease in dogs.(AU)

Os tumores mamários (TM) são frequentes na espécie canina, sendo que a etiologia pode estar relacionada a diversos fatores, sendo o mais importante o fator hormonal. Devido a isso, a castração precoce é a principal forma de se prevenir a doença em cadelas. Este trabalho teve o objetivo de entrevistar tutores de cães na cidade de Teresina, a respeito do tumor de mama em cadelas. Foram abordadas 420 pessoas na cidade e observou-se que a maioria das pessoas não leva seu animal regularmente ao veterinário. Tal conduta diminui a possibilidade de diagnóstico precoce, fundamental em TM de cadelas. A maioria das pessoas respondeu que não castraria seu animal, demonstrando que não estão dispostos a adotar condutas importantes na guarda responsável. Dentre os que concordam com a castração, a anticoncepção foi apontada como principal motivo para muitos entrevistados. A maioria dos entrevistados (71,19%) não sabia que cadelas podem ter TM e dentre as pessoas que afirmaram saber, a maioria não sabia como prevenir a doença. Apenas 8,24% das pessoas citaram a castração antes do primeiro cio como conduta profilática para TM em cadelas. Diante dos resultados obtidos, constata-se que os habitantes de Teresina não possuem informações adequadas e suficientes a respeito de tumores mamários em cães. Sugere-se a instituição de campanhas educativas para diminuir a morbidade e mortalidade da enfermidade em cadelas.(AU)

Epidemiology and anesthetic risk in dogs with aural hematoma / Epidemiologia e risco anestésico de cães portadores de otohematoma

Background: Otohematoma or aural hematoma in dogs is blood pooling within the ear cartilage plate, and stems from several causes (ear infections, ectoparasites and others). The formation of hematoma is by vascular injury, causing bleeding, generated by self-injury. This disease occurs especially in dogs of pendulous ears, and the concave surface of the ear is considered as the most frequent. The therapy to correct the lesion can be a clinical procedure; however, surgical drainage is the treatment of choice. This work aims to record the epidemiological aspects related to aural hematoma in dogs, as well as classify such patients as to the physical condition and anesthetic risk. Materials, Methods & Results: Twenty five dogs with aural hematoma submitted to surgical procedure were followed. During the data collection period (seven months), surgery to correct aural hematoma represented 19% of surgeries performed in dogs (total of surgeries: 474). The percentage of canine breeds affected was: mixed breed (64%; 16/25), german shepherd (24%; 6/25), labrador (4%; 1/25), waimaraner (4%; 1/25) and daschund (4%; 1/25). Most occurrences were observed in females aged 3-12 years. Most of the animals showed only one pina affected (96%; 24/25), and 52% (13/25) had hematoma in the right and 44% (11/25) in the left ear. Some of the patients had no hematologic abnormalities (48%; 12/25) [...]

Avaliação eletrocardiográfica de coelhos anestesiados com tiletamina/zolazepam associada à xilazina ou dexmedetomidina / Electrocardiographic evaluation in rabbits anesthetized with tiletamine/zolazepam associated with xylazine or dexmedetomidine

Objetivou-se com este estudo determinar em coelhos a influência da xilazina e da dexmedetomidina associadas à tiletamina/zolazepam sobre os parâmetros eletrocardiográficos. Foram utilizados 6 animais, SRD, pesando 2,42±0,36 kg, submetidos a dois grupos de tratamento denominados GTX (tiletamina/zolazepam15mg/ kg+xilazina10mg/ kg via intramuscular) e GTD (tiletamina/zolazepam15mg/ kg +dexmedetomidina0,05mg/ kg via intramuscular). Foram avaliados os parâmetros eletrocardiográficos Pms, PmV, PRms, QRSms, RmV, QTms e RRms por meio de eletrocardiógrafo computadorizado (ECG). Os registros das variáveis iniciaram-se antes da administração dos fármacos (basal) e a cada 10 minutos após a administração destes, durante 50 minutos. Os dados foram submetidos à ANOVA seguida do teste de Tukey (P<0,05). Não foram constatadas diferenças significativas entre os grupos para as variáveis estudadas. Entretanto, os segmentos RReQT tiveram maior variação no GTX, mostrando-se elevados a partir de M5.Conclui-se que as associações empregadas não determinam alterações significativas nos parâmetros eletrocardiográficos de coelhos, o que torna os fármacos seguros para serem utilizados na rotina de manejo clínico de coelhos.

The objective of this study was to determine the influence in rabbits of xylazine and dexmedetomidine associated with tiletamine/zolazepam on electrocardiographic parameters. Were used 6 animals, SRD, weighing 2.42±0.36 kg, divided into two treatment groups called GTX (tiletamine/zolazepam15mg/ kg+xylazine10mg/ kgintramuscular) and GTD (tiletamine/zolazepam15mg/ kg+dexmedetomidine0.05mg/ kgintramuscular). Were evaluated electrocardiographic parameters Pms, PmV, PRMS, QRSms, RMV, and QTms RRMS through computadorized electrocardiograph (ECG). The records of the variables were initiated before drug administration (basal) and at every 10 minutes after taking them for 50 minutes. Data were subjected to ANOVA followed by Tukey test (P<0.05). There were no significant differences between groups for these variables. However, on electrocardiographic the RR and QT segments had greater variation in the GTX, being elevated from the M5. We conclude that the associations employed do not determine significant changes in ECG parameters in rabbits, which makes the drug safe for use in routine clinical management of rabbits, and the use of dexmedetomidine showed better hemodynamic stability when put together with the anesthetic for longer period of time.

Hérnia diafragmática congênita em cão. Relato de dois casos / Congenital diaphragmatic hernia in dog. Report of two cases

O trabalho descreve dois casos de cães atendidos no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade Federal do Piauí. Os animais apresentavam intensa dispnéia e retração abdominal. Foi diagnosticada hérnia diafragmática por meio de radiografia tóraco-abdominal. No primeiro caso, o animal foi eutanasiado, pois era portador de leishmaniose visceral canina. A necropsia confirmou o diagnóstico de hérnia diafragmática. Durante o exame macroscópico, observou-se que parte das alças intestinais, omento, fígado e baço estavam localizados na cavidade torácica. O diafragma estava incompleto na porção ventral, sem qualquer sinal de traumatismo. O fígado preenchia o espaço aberto no diafragma. O pulmão direito estava com lobos atróficos. Devido à ausência de sinais de traumatismo à anamnese e necropsia, supõe-se que a hérnia era congênita. No segundo caso foi realizada herniorrafia, com sucesso. Na anamnese, o proprietário afirmou que não houve trauma, embora o cão apresentasse dificuldade respiratória desde filhote. Durante o procedimento cirúrgico foi observada a presença de alças intestinais, baço e fígado na cavidade torácica. O diafragma apresentava bordas com superfícies lisas, sem alterações circulatórias, indicando ausência de trauma. Estes sinais, associados às informações da anamnese, levaram a suspeita de hérnia congênita. Os casos foram considerados raros porque os animais conseguiram sobreviver durante anos. Além disso, no segundo caso o tratamento cirúrgico foi bem sucedido mesmo sem implante de membrana biológica.(AU)

This work describes two cases of dogs examined at the Veterinary Hospital of the Federal University of Piauí. The animals had severe dyspnea and abdominal retraction. Diaphragmatic hernia was diagnosed by radiography thoracoabdominal. In the first case, the animal was euthanized because he had the canine visceral leishmaniasis. The autopsy confirmed the diagnosis of diaphragmatic hernia. During the macroscopic examination, it was observed that part of the bowel, omentum, liver and spleen were located in the thoracic cavity. The diaphragm was incomplete on the ventral part, without any sign of trauma. The liver filled the opened space in the diaphragm. The right lung lobe was atrophic. The absence of trauma signs, with the anamnesis and autopsy, it was assumed that the hernia was congenital. In the second case, it was performed a successfully herniorrhaphy. According to the anamnesis, the owner said that there was no trauma, although the breathing difficulty the dog presented since he was a puppy. During surgery, we observed the presence of small bowel, spleen and liver in the thoracic cavity. The diaphragm had edges with smooth surfaces, without circulatory changes, indicating the absence of trauma. These signs, assimilated with the information from the anamnesis, led to suspect of congenital hernia. The cases were considered rare because the animals survived for years. Moreover, in the second case, the surgery treatment was successful without the biological membrane implantation.(AU)

Eutanásia de cães e gatos na gerência de zoonoses em Teresina, PI (Brasil) / Euthanasia pf dogs and cats in zoonosis management in the city of Teresina, Piauí (Brazil) / Eutanasia de perros y gatos en la gerencia de zoonosis en Teresina, PI (Brasil)

Os estudos sobre o motivo de eutanásia em centros de controle de zoonoses no Brasil são escassos. Foi realizadauma análise do relatório anual de 2006 na Gerência de Zoonoses (GEZOON) do município de Teresina (PI), com o objetivode identificar quais os motivos da eutanásia de animais domésticos e o custo referente a este procedimento. Em 2006, 9.278animais sofreram eutanásia, sendo que 91,9% (8.528) eram cães e 8% (750) gatos. A maioria dos animais que sofreram eu-tanásia foi proveniente de entrega voluntária. A entrega voluntária no GEZOON provém de proprietários que não queremmais permanecer com seus animais por motivos diversos. Tais eutanásias tiveram um alto custo para o contribuinte, o quepode inviabilizar o serviço. Nesse contexto, é urgente a adoção de medidas voltadas para a promoção da guarda responsável,como meio racional do uso dos recursos da saúde e controle das zoonoses endêmicas no município de Teresina. Além disso,o processo educativo deve também dedicar atenção para a questão ética de bem-estar animal.(AU)

Studies on the cause of euthanasia in animal disease control centers in Brazil are scarce. An analysis of the2006 Annual Report on Zoonosis Management (GEZOON) in the city of Teresina (PI), in order to identify the reasons foreuthanasia of domestic animals and the cost related to this procedure. In 2006, 9,278 animals were euthanized and 91.9%(8,528) were dogs and 8% (750) cats. Most euthanized animals were from voluntary surrender. The voluntary surrender inGEZOON comes from owners who no longer want to keep their pets for various reasons. Euthanasia had a high cost to tax-payers who can preclude the service. In this context, it is urgent to adopt measures that promote responsible ownership as ameans of rational use of health resources and control of endemic zoonosis in the city of Teresina. Moreover, the educationalprocess should also give attention to the ethical issue of animal welfare.(AU)

Los estudios sobre el motivo de eutanasia en centros de control de zoonosis en Brasil son escasos. Se realizóun análisis del informe anual de 2006 en la Gerencia de Zoonosis (GEZOON) del municipio de Teresina (PI), con el objetivode identificar cuales los motivos de la eutanasia de animales domésticos y el costo referente a este procedimiento. En 2006,9.278 animales sufrieron eutanasia, siendo que 91,9% (8.528) eran perros y 8% (750 gatos). La mayoría de los animales quesufrieron eutanasia fue proveniente de entrega voluntaria. La entrega voluntaria en el GEZOON viene de propietarios que noquieren más permanecer con sus animales por motivos diversos. Tales eutanasias tuvieron un alto costo para el contribuyente,lo que puede inviabilizar el trabajo. Por lo tanto, se hace urgente la adopción de medidas vueltas para la promoción de guardiaresponsable, como medio racional de uso de los recursos de salud y control de las zoonosis endémicas en el municipio deTeresina. Además, el proceso educativo debe también dedicar atención a la cuestión ética de bienestar del animal.(AU)

Correção cirúrgica de fratura no tibiotarso de periquito-australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) – relato de caso / Surgical correction of tibiotarsal fracture in an Australian parakeet (Melopsittacus undulatus) – case report / Corrección quirúrgica de una fractura tibio-társica en un periquito australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) – relato de un caso

A criação de aves exóticas é uma atividade em intenso crescimento, o que torna a presença delas em clínicas e hospitais veterinários uma prática comum. O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar a realização de osteossíntese no membro pélvico de um psitacídeo por meio do implante de uma agulha hipodérmica no canal medular. Um periquito-australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus), agredido por uma ave de rapina, sofreu fratura medial do tibiotarso esquerdo. Após avaliação clínica e procedimentos pré-operatórios, a ave foi submetida a osteossíntese, com a colocação de pino intramedular. O procedimento foi eficaz ao permitir a justaposição dos componentes ósseos afetados e a sustentação do membro operado. O uso de agulha hipodérmica como prótese intramedular em ossos longos de aves de pequeno porte para correção de fraturas representa uma alternativa como método de tratamento.

The rearing of exotic birds is an increasingly growing activity, which increases the presence of these animals in veterinary clinics and hospitals. The objective of this study was to report the accomplishment of pelvic limb osteosynthesis in a psittacid by means of implantation of a hypodermic needle in the medullary canal. An Australian parakeet (Melopsittacus undulatus) suffered medial fracture of the left tibiotarsus upon being attacked by a bird of prey. After clinical and pre-operative procedures, the bird was subjected to osteosynthesis with intramedullary pin placement. The procedure was effective in allowing the juxtaposition of the bone components and supporting the affected member. We hereby conclude that the use of hypodermic needles as intramedullary prostheses represents an alternative as method of treatment for fracture repair of long bones in birds.

La cría de aves exóticas es una actividad en constante crecimiento, lo que ha provocado que estos animales sean frecuentemente llevados a clínicas y hospitales veterinarios. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue relatar la realización de una osteosíntesis en el miembro pélvico de un psitácido, mediante el implante de una aguja hipodérmica en el canal medular. El periquito australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) había sido agredido por un ave de rapiña, dando como resultado una fractura medial tibio-társica en el miembro izquierdo. Después del examen clínico y los procedimientos pre operatorios, el ave fue sometida a una osteosíntesis mediante la colocación de un clavo intramedular. El procedimiento quirúrgico fue exitoso, permitiendo la yuxtaposición de las estructuras óseas afectadas, así como la conservación del miembro operado. El uso de una aguja hipodérmica como prótesis intramedular en huesos largos de aves de pequeño tamaño para la corrección de fracturas se mostró como una alternativa terapéutica viable.

Correção cirúrgica de fratura no tibiotarso de periquito-australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) relato de caso / Surgical correction of tibiotarsal fracture in an Australian parakeet (Melopsittacus undulatus) case report / Corrección quirúrgica de una fractura tibio-társica en un periquito australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) relato de un caso

A criação de aves exóticas é uma atividade em intenso crescimento, o que torna a presença delas em clínicas e hospitais veterinários uma prática comum. O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar a realização de osteossíntese no membro pélvico de um psitacídeo por meio do implante de uma agulha hipodérmica no canal medular. Um periquito-australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus), agredido por uma ave de rapina, sofreu fratura medial do tibiotarso esquerdo. Após avaliação clínica e procedimentos pré-operatórios, a ave foi submetida a osteossíntese, com a colocação de pino intramedular. O procedimento foi eficaz ao permitir a justaposição dos componentes ósseos afetados e a sustentação do membro operado. O uso de agulha hipodérmica como prótese intramedular em ossos longos de aves de pequeno porte para correção de fraturas representa uma alternativa como método de tratamento.(AU)

The rearing of exotic birds is an increasingly growing activity, which increases the presence of these animals in veterinary clinics and hospitals. The objective of this study was to report the accomplishment of pelvic limb osteosynthesis in a psittacid by means of implantation of a hypodermic needle in the medullary canal. An Australian parakeet (Melopsittacus undulatus) suffered medial fracture of the left tibiotarsus upon being attacked by a bird of prey. After clinical and pre-operative procedures, the bird was subjected to osteosynthesis with intramedullary pin placement. The procedure was effective in allowing the juxtaposition of the bone components and supporting the affected member. We hereby conclude that the use of hypodermic needles as intramedullary prostheses represents an alternative as method of treatment for fracture repair of long bones in birds.(AU)

La cría de aves exóticas es una actividad en constante crecimiento, lo que ha provocado que estos animales sean frecuentemente llevados a clínicas y hospitales veterinarios. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue relatar la realización de una osteosíntesis en el miembro pélvico de un psitácido, mediante el implante de una aguja hipodérmica en el canal medular. El periquito australiano (Melopsittacus undulatus) había sido agredido por un ave de rapiña, dando como resultado una fractura medial tibio-társica en el miembro izquierdo. Después del examen clínico y los procedimientos pre operatorios, el ave fue sometida a una osteosíntesis mediante la colocación de un clavo intramedular. El procedimiento quirúrgico fue exitoso, permitiendo la yuxtaposición de las estructuras óseas afectadas, así como la conservación del miembro operado. El uso de una aguja hipodérmica como prótesis intramedular en huesos largos de aves de pequeño tamaño para la corrección de fracturas se mostró como una alternativa terapéutica viable.(AU)

Amputação traumática da língua em cão. Relato de caso / Traumatic tongue amputation in dogs: A case report / Amputación traumática de lengua en perro. Relato de caso

Descreve-se um caso raro de amputação parcial da língua em cão. O animal foi atendido no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade Federal do Piauí, com amputação traumática da língua, devido à mordedura por outro cão, em uma briga. Foi feita a sutura simples do segmento remanescente. O animal se recuperou completamente, com boa qualidade de vida. Concluiu-se que o cão se adapta bem à perda parcial da língua.(AU)

A rare case of partial tongue amputation in a male dog is described. The animal was admitted in the Universidade Federal do Piauí Veterinary Hospital with traumatic tongue amputation due to a bite during a fight with another dog. A simple suture of reminiscent segment was made. The animal recovered completely, having good life quality. It was conclude that dogs can adapt well to partial tongue amputation. (AU)

Se describe un caso raro de amputación parcial de lengua en perro. El animal fue atendido en el Hospital Veterinario de la Universidad Federal del Piauí, con amputación traumática de la lengua, debido a mordedura por otro perro, en una pelea. Se hizo la sutura simple de segmento remanente. El animal se recuperó totalmente, con buena calidad de vida. Se concluyó que el perro se adapta bien a la pérdida parcial de la lengua.(AU)