Isometry of potential attachment sites for the iliotrochanteric suture in dogs: an ex vivo study

Background: Coxofemoral luxation is the most common traumatic luxation in dogs and the iliotrochanteric suture is one of the surgical treatment options. The orthopedic suture aimed at surgically restoring joint movement should be employed in an isometric manner in order to maintain adequate tension throughout the arc of motion. This study aimed to determine the isometric points for the iliotrochanteric suture in dogs during the joint extension and flexion movements. This evaluation was performed both in the intact hip joint and in the luxation model, establishing the best combination, among the determined points, for the reestablishment of normal joint movement. Materials, Methods & Results: Radiographic analyses of 12 canine cadaveric hips, both intact and in craniodorsal luxation model, were performed in a neutral position, flexion at 50°, and extension at 150°. In the trochanteric segment, two parallel lines were drawn, creating the central vertical axis and the secondary vertical axis. Three points were then determined on each axis, from proximal to distal, corresponding to 25, 50, and 75% of the height of the axis, and were labelled as T1, T2, and T3 and T4, T5, and T6, respectively. In the iliac segment, a line perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the ilium was drawn, and 25, 50, and 75% of this height corresponded to points I1, I2, and I3, respectively. The lengths between the points were measured, with the objective of evaluating which combination of points presented less variation in the joint positions. The central location of the iliac and trochanteric segments, determined respectively by I2 and T2, provided smaller variations during the maximal movements of hip flexion and extension. Discussion: The surgical techniques of iliotrochanteric suture target to maintain the internal rotation of the femoral head inside the acetabulum and abduction of the femur until...

Parafimose traumática: relato em cão

A parafimose, uma das diferentes afecções que podem atingir o sistema reprodutor masculino, é uma condição caracteriza da pela incapacidade do pênis em se retrair corretamente, que atinge cães machos de diferentes raças e idades. A gravidade é variável, podendo acarretar desde problemas reprodutivos a óbito. O objetivo do presente relato é descrever um caso de parafimose em um paciente canino sem raça definida, de quatro anos de idade, atendido no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade de Franca (UNIFRAN -SP), que respondeu favoravelmente ao tratamento conservativo instituído.(AU)

Paraphimosis, one of the different conditions that can reach the male reproductive system, is a condition characterized by the inability of the penis to retract properly affecting male dogs of different races and ages. The severity is variable, and can lead from reproductive problems to deaths. The aim of this report is to describe a case of paraphimosis in a canine patient, four years, treated at the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Franca (UNIFRAN -SP), who responded favorably to the conservative treatment instituted.(AU)

Parafimose traumática: relato em cão

A parafimose, uma das diferentes afecções que podem atingir o sistema reprodutor masculino, é uma condição caracteriza da pela incapacidade do pênis em se retrair corretamente, que atinge cães machos de diferentes raças e idades. A gravidade é variável, podendo acarretar desde problemas reprodutivos a óbito. O objetivo do presente relato é descrever um caso de parafimose em um paciente canino sem raça definida, de quatro anos de idade, atendido no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade de Franca (UNIFRAN -SP), que respondeu favoravelmente ao tratamento conservativo instituído.

Paraphimosis, one of the different conditions that can reach the male reproductive system, is a condition characterized by the inability of the penis to retract properly affecting male dogs of different races and ages. The severity is variable, and can lead from reproductive problems to deaths. The aim of this report is to describe a case of paraphimosis in a canine patient, four years, treated at the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Franca (UNIFRAN -SP), who responded favorably to the conservative treatment instituted.

Videodiagnosis of external urinary meatus obstruction and persistent urachus in heifer

Background: Persistent urachus conditions in calves are related to umbilical pathologies and might lead to uroperitoneum abnormalities, especially persistent urachus itself and bladder rupture. Videosurgery could be an interesting option for diagnoses of the genitourinary tract, given the relevance of genitourinary affections in calves. The aim of this report is to describe videosurgery resolution and performance in a case of external urinary meatus obstruction and persistent urachus in a heifer.Case: An eight-month-old Girolando heifer was admitted in the UNIFRAN Veterinary Hospital with the suspicion of persistent urachus. The owner reported that the animal was not urinating, and after a few days, it was noticed the presence of urine leaking from the umbilical site. It was also informed that another veterinarian had previously performed pure iodine infusion in probable urachus area for 5 days in a row in an attempt to obliterate the canal. Significant higher levels of urea, creatinine and fibrinogen were noticed in the exams executed, also leukocytosis and signs of pain when performed abdominal palpation. When urethral sounding was implemented, it showed difficulties and resistance in the introduction of the sound. In the vaginourethrocystoscopy, it was noticed a thin membrane in the external urinary meatus causing complete obstruction, which was easily perforated by the cystoscope sheath, allowing the attainment of urethra and part of cranial bladder inspection. In order to evaluate the flow of the urine, it was applied methylene blue by the cystoscope working channel in the interior of the urethra and the bladder, which was collected by sounding the urachus, confirming presence of persistent urachus. When realized a contrasted x-ray of the bladder, it was noticed extravasation of the contrast into the peritoneum, indicating that a surgical approach should be performed; however the owner did not authorize the realization of any surgical intervention...

Videodiagnosis of external urinary meatus obstruction and persistent urachus in heifer

Background: Persistent urachus conditions in calves are related to umbilical pathologies and might lead to uroperitoneum abnormalities, especially persistent urachus itself and bladder rupture. Videosurgery could be an interesting option for diagnoses of the genitourinary tract, given the relevance of genitourinary affections in calves. The aim of this report is to describe videosurgery resolution and performance in a case of external urinary meatus obstruction and persistent urachus in a heifer.Case: An eight-month-old Girolando heifer was admitted in the UNIFRAN Veterinary Hospital with the suspicion of persistent urachus. The owner reported that the animal was not urinating, and after a few days, it was noticed the presence of urine leaking from the umbilical site. It was also informed that another veterinarian had previously performed pure iodine infusion in probable urachus area for 5 days in a row in an attempt to obliterate the canal. Significant higher levels of urea, creatinine and fibrinogen were noticed in the exams executed, also leukocytosis and signs of pain when performed abdominal palpation. When urethral sounding was implemented, it showed difficulties and resistance in the introduction of the sound. In the vaginourethrocystoscopy, it was noticed a thin membrane in the external urinary meatus causing complete obstruction, which was easily perforated by the cystoscope sheath, allowing the attainment of urethra and part of cranial bladder inspection. In order to evaluate the flow of the urine, it was applied methylene blue by the cystoscope working channel in the interior of the urethra and the bladder, which was collected by sounding the urachus, confirming presence of persistent urachus. When realized a contrasted x-ray of the bladder, it was noticed extravasation of the contrast into the peritoneum, indicating that a surgical approach should be performed; however the owner did not authorize the realization of any surgical intervention...(AU)

Video-assisted ovariohysterectomy in domestic cats (Felis catus, Linnaeus, 1758) using two access portals

PURPOSE: To describe video-assisted ovariohysterectomy (OHE) with two portals access in adult intact queens.METHODSFifty-two females cats were used. A 4 mm cannula was positioned in the abdomen through an incision close to the umbilicus (first portal), and a pneumoperitoneum was established. A second portal was positioned in the midline of the pre-pubic region. Females were positioned in right lateral recumbency to locate the left ovarian pedicle, and the uterine horn was held by a transcutaneous suture. The pedicle was cauterized and incised. The procedure was then performed on the contralateral ovary. The ovaries were exteriorized from the abdomen, along with the uterus, through the second access point. The uterine body was exposed, fixed and sectioned, and the abdominal incisions were sutured.RESULTSSurgeries were performed in an average of 41.4±14.2 minutes. The main complications included hypotension (7.7%) and subcutaneous emphysema (7.7%), and 13.5% of the surgeries were converted to laparotomy.CONCLUSIONOvariohysterectomy using a video-assisted technique and two access portals is safe, has minimal risks and is effective for the spaying of queens.(AU)

Fístula abomasoumbilical em bezerro: relato de caso / Abomasal-umbilical fistula in calf: a case report

Dentre as enfermidades congênitas e traumáticas observadas em bezerros,  destacam-se as hérnias umbilicais, nas quais órgãos abdominais podem compor o seu conteúdo herniário, sofrendo estrangulamento e necrose. Nesse sentido, o envolvimento do abomaso é raro, porém quando presente nota-se a formação de fístula abomaso-umbilical. Por ser a fístula abomaso-umbilical incomum e devido aos trabalhos científicos serem parcos sobre o assunto, o objetivo do presente relato é  descrever o caso de um bezerro com emagrecimento progressivo e drenagem de  secreção láctea através de um orifício umbilical. Após instituição do tratamento cirúrgico, o paciente obteve melhora clínica significativa, não demonstrando até o presente momento (um ano e quatro meses após a cirurgia) sintomatologia clínica correlacionada. Não obstante, ressaltar importantes pontos acerca dessa onfalopatia, pois o diagnóstico e o tratamento precoces podem contribuir para melhorar a qualidade de vida e sobrevida dos animais afetados.

Among the congenital and traumatic diseases observed in calves there are the umbilical hernias, in which abdominal organs may select their hernia contents, suffering strangulation and necrosis. In this sense, the involvement of the abomasum is rare, but when present it is noted the formation of abomasal-umbilical fistula. Being the rare abomasal-umbilical fistula and due to scientific papers on the subject being scarce, the aim of this report is to describe the case of a calf with progressive weight loss and drainage milk secretion via an umbilical hole. After institution of surgical treatment, the patient had significant clinical improvement, not showing to date (one year and four months after surgery) correlated clinical symptoms. However, emphasize important points about this onfalopatia because the diagnosis and early treatment can contribute to improving the quality of life and survival of affected animals.

Fístula abomasoumbilical em bezerro: relato de caso / Abomasal-umbilical fistula in calf: a case report

Dentre as enfermidades congênitas e traumáticas observadas em bezerros,  destacam-se as hérnias umbilicais, nas quais órgãos abdominais podem compor o seu conteúdo herniário, sofrendo estrangulamento e necrose. Nesse sentido, o envolvimento do abomaso é raro, porém quando presente nota-se a formação de fístula abomaso-umbilical. Por ser a fístula abomaso-umbilical incomum e devido aos trabalhos científicos serem parcos sobre o assunto, o objetivo do presente relato é  descrever o caso de um bezerro com emagrecimento progressivo e drenagem de  secreção láctea através de um orifício umbilical. Após instituição do tratamento cirúrgico, o paciente obteve melhora clínica significativa, não demonstrando até o presente momento (um ano e quatro meses após a cirurgia) sintomatologia clínica correlacionada. Não obstante, ressaltar importantes pontos acerca dessa onfalopatia, pois o diagnóstico e o tratamento precoces podem contribuir para melhorar a qualidade de vida e sobrevida dos animais afetados.(AU)

Among the congenital and traumatic diseases observed in calves there are the umbilical hernias, in which abdominal organs may select their hernia contents, suffering strangulation and necrosis. In this sense, the involvement of the abomasum is rare, but when present it is noted the formation of abomasal-umbilical fistula. Being the rare abomasal-umbilical fistula and due to scientific papers on the subject being scarce, the aim of this report is to describe the case of a calf with progressive weight loss and drainage milk secretion via an umbilical hole. After institution of surgical treatment, the patient had significant clinical improvement, not showing to date (one year and four months after surgery) correlated clinical symptoms. However, emphasize important points about this onfalopatia because the diagnosis and early treatment can contribute to improving the quality of life and survival of affected animals.(AU)

Description of six autochthonous cases of canine visceral leishmaniasis diagnosed in Pedregulho (São Paulo, Brazil) / Descrição de seis casos autóctones de leishmaniose visceral canina, diagnosticados em Pedregulho (São Paulo, Brasil)

Visceral leishmaniasis is an infectious disease of chronic, emerging and zoonotic nature that presents various degrees of severity. In Brazil, this illness is caused by Leishmania infantum (Leishmania chagasi), which is transmitted by the bite of the sand fly Lutzomyia longipalpis, and dogs are its main reservoir. Given the increasing spread of this disease across Brazil, the aim of this study was to report on six cases of canine visceral leishmaniasis, diagnosed in June 2013, in the city of Pedregulho, State of São Paulo, considered to be a non-endemic area and free of phlebotomine sand flies. The diagnosis was based on clinical signs of the patients and additional tests (serological and parasitological). It was concluded that the diagnosis of leishmaniasis is complex because the clinical signs are similar to other systemic diseases, thus justifying the importance of parasitological test of bone marrow, considered "gold standard", in the confirmation of the disease. In addition, the area was not, until now, considered risk place, despite notification.(AU)

A leishmaniose visceral é uma doença infecciosa de caráter crônico, emergente e zoonótico, apresentando variados graus de severidade. No Brasil, tal enfermidade é causada pela Leishmania infantum (Leishmania chagasi), a qual é transmitida pela picada de flebótomo Lutzomyia longipalpis, tendo o cão como o principal reservatório. Perante a crescente distribuição da doença no território brasileiro, o objetivo do presente trabalho é relatar seis casos de leishmaniose visceral canina, diagnosticados em Junho de 2013, no município de Pedregulho, Estado de São Paulo, considerado área não endêmica e livre de flebotomíneos. O diagnóstico foi baseado nos sinais clínicos dos pacientes e exames complementares (sorológicos e parasitológicos). Concluiu-se que o diagnóstico da leishmaniose é complexo pelo fato dos sinais clínicos serem semelhantes a outras enfermidades sistêmicas, justificando assim a importância do teste parasitológico de medula óssea, considerado padrão ouro na confirmação da doença. Além disso, a área não foi, até o presente momento, considerada local de risco, apesar da notificação.(AU)

Description of six autochthonous cases of canine visceral leishmaniasis diagnosed in Pedregulho (São Paulo, Brazil) / Descrição de seis casos autóctones de leishmaniose visceral canina, diagnosticados em Pedregulho (São Paulo, Brasil)

Visceral leishmaniasis is an infectious disease of chronic, emerging and zoonotic nature that presents various degrees of severity. In Brazil, this illness is caused by Leishmania infantum (Leishmania chagasi), which is transmitted by the bite of the sand fly Lutzomyia longipalpis, and dogs are its main reservoir. Given the increasing spread of this disease across Brazil, the aim of this study was to report on six cases of canine visceral leishmaniasis, diagnosed in June 2013, in the city of Pedregulho, State of São Paulo, considered to be a non-endemic area and free of phlebotomine sand flies. The diagnosis was based on clinical signs of the patients and additional tests (serological and parasitological). It was concluded that the diagnosis of leishmaniasis is complex because the clinical signs are similar to other systemic diseases, thus justifying the importance of parasitological test of bone marrow, considered "gold standard", in the confirmation of the disease. In addition, the area was not, until now, considered risk place, despite notification.

A leishmaniose visceral é uma doença infecciosa de caráter crônico, emergente e zoonótico, apresentando variados graus de severidade. No Brasil, tal enfermidade é causada pela Leishmania infantum (Leishmania chagasi), a qual é transmitida pela picada de flebótomo Lutzomyia longipalpis, tendo o cão como o principal reservatório. Perante a crescente distribuição da doença no território brasileiro, o objetivo do presente trabalho é relatar seis casos de leishmaniose visceral canina, diagnosticados em Junho de 2013, no município de Pedregulho, Estado de São Paulo, considerado área não endêmica e livre de flebotomíneos. O diagnóstico foi baseado nos sinais clínicos dos pacientes e exames complementares (sorológicos e parasitológicos). Concluiu-se que o diagnóstico da leishmaniose é complexo pelo fato dos sinais clínicos serem semelhantes a outras enfermidades sistêmicas, justificando assim a importância do teste parasitológico de medula óssea, considerado padrão ouro na confirmação da doença. Além disso, a área não foi, até o presente momento, considerada local de risco, apesar da notificação.

Maxillary squamous cell carcinoma with retrobulbar metastasis in dog / Carcinoma de células escamosas maxilar com metástase retrobulbar em cão

Background: The squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common cancer in the oral epithelium of dogs and rarely involves the retrobulbar area. The diagnosis is confirmed with cytological and histopathological exam. Faced with the unusual occurrence of retrobulbar tumors in dogs, we report a case of SCC in the left maxilla, with ipsilateral retrobulbar metastasis, and also highlight clinical aspects of the neoplasia, exams, early diagnosis and therapeutic possibilities.Case: A male dog, 17 years old, with a history of visual loss, enlargement of left eye and prostration after 25 days of a dental treatment. The patient had exophthalmia of the left eye with mild lateral deviation, meibomitis, lagophthalmos, moderate conjunctival hyperemia and episcleral congestion, protrusion of the third eyelid, epiphora, moderate purulent discharge, paracentral corneal degeneration, absence of pupillary reflex to light (direct and consensual) and presence of immature cataract. The Schirmer test and intraocular pressure were normal, as well as complete blood count and biochemical profile. Due to the testy temperament of the animal, the intraoral examination was limited to two-thirds of the jaw in the first appointment. Ocular vitreous ultrasound was performed showing moderate amount of membranous and punctate echoes, as well as medium-high reflectivity were present in all meridians...(AU)

O carcinoma de células escamosas (CCE) é considerado a segunda neoplasia oral não odontogênica, maligna, mais frequente em cães [6] e raramente acomete a região retrobulbar nesta espécie [3,11]. Neoplasias retrobulbares têm representatividade de 4% quando comparadas as de outras estruturas oculares [2] e em 74% das vezes, representam metástases [8].Diante da ocorrência incomum de neoplasias na região retrobulbar em cães, objetivou-se relatar o caso de CCE na maxila esquerda, com metástase retrobulbar ipsilateral, não obstante, ressaltar importantes aspectos da neoplasia que auxiliem no rápido diagnóstico e na escolha terapêutica...(AU)

Maxillary squamous cell carcinoma with retrobulbar metastasis in dog / Carcinoma de células escamosas maxilar com metástase retrobulbar em cão

Background: The squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common cancer in the oral epithelium of dogs and rarely involves the retrobulbar area. The diagnosis is confirmed with cytological and histopathological exam. Faced with the unusual occurrence of retrobulbar tumors in dogs, we report a case of SCC in the left maxilla, with ipsilateral retrobulbar metastasis, and also highlight clinical aspects of the neoplasia, exams, early diagnosis and therapeutic possibilities.Case: A male dog, 17 years old, with a history of visual loss, enlargement of left eye and prostration after 25 days of a dental treatment. The patient had exophthalmia of the left eye with mild lateral deviation, meibomitis, lagophthalmos, moderate conjunctival hyperemia and episcleral congestion, protrusion of the third eyelid, epiphora, moderate purulent discharge, paracentral corneal degeneration, absence of pupillary reflex to light (direct and consensual) and presence of immature cataract. The Schirmer test and intraocular pressure were normal, as well as complete blood count and biochemical profile. Due to the testy temperament of the animal, the intraoral examination was limited to two-thirds of the jaw in the first appointment. Ocular vitreous ultrasound was performed showing moderate amount of membranous and punctate echoes, as well as medium-high reflectivity were present in all meridians...

O carcinoma de células escamosas (CCE) é considerado a segunda neoplasia oral não odontogênica, maligna, mais frequente em cães [6] e raramente acomete a região retrobulbar nesta espécie [3,11]. Neoplasias retrobulbares têm representatividade de 4% quando comparadas as de outras estruturas oculares [2] e em 74% das vezes, representam metástases [8].Diante da ocorrência incomum de neoplasias na região retrobulbar em cães, objetivou-se relatar o caso de CCE na maxila esquerda, com metástase retrobulbar ipsilateral, não obstante, ressaltar importantes aspectos da neoplasia que auxiliem no rápido diagnóstico e na escolha terapêutica...

Endodontics pastes formulated with copaiba oil: action on oral microbiota and dentin bridge formation in dogs / Pastas endodônticas formuladas com óleo de copaíba: ação na microbiota bucal e formação de ponte dentinária em cães

This study analysed the effect of pastes formulated with calcium hydroxide P.A. and different vehicles (saline solution - paste A and Copaifera langsdorffii Desfon oil - paste B) on oral microorganisms and dentin bridge formation in dogs. The antimicrobial action of the pastes and their components was analysed by the minimum inhibitory concentration in agar gel technique. The components were diluted and tested on fifteen standard strains of microorganisms associated with endodontic diseases. The microorganisms were cultivated and after incubation data was analysed using One-Way ANOVA and Turkey's test (P0.05). Four superior incisors of ten animals were used to evaluate dentin bridge formation. Two incisors were capped with paste A (GA) and two with paste B (GB). After 90 days, the teeth were extracted for histological analysis and the degree of dentin bridge formation evaluated. Data was analysed by the Kruskal-Wallis test (P 0.05). The pastes and their components were classified in the following decreasing order of antimicrobial action: calcium hydroxide P.A., paste A, paste B and Copaifera langsdorffii Desfon oil. Calcium hydroxide P.A. showed significantly higher antimicrobial action than the pastes or their vehicles. No significant difference was observed between the two pastes in dentin bridge formation. Based on the microorganisms studied, it can be concluded that the pastes analysed showed similar antimicrobial potential but differed significantly from their individual components. No significant difference was observed in dentin bridge formation between the different pastes tested.(AU)

Foi avaliada a ação de pastas formuladas com hidróxido de cálcio P.A. e diferentes veículos (solução fisiológica - pasta A e óleo de Copaifera langsdorffii Desfon - pasta B) sobre microrganismos bucais e formação de ponte dentinária em cães. A ação antimicrobiana das pastas e de seus componentes individuais foi avaliada pela técnica da concentração inibitória mínima pela diluição em ágar. Os materiais foram diluídos e avaliados contra quinze cepas padrão de microrganismos relacionados a doenças endodônticas. Os microrganismos foram cultivados e, após a incubação, os dados foram analisados (Anova One-Way, Tukey, P0,05). Para a avaliação da formação de ponte dentinária, quatro incisivos superiores de dez animais foram tratados, sendo dois capeados com pasta A (GA) e dois com a pasta B (GB). Após 90 dias, os dentes foram extraídos para obtenção de cortes histológicos, com o objetivo de se avaliar o grau de formação de ponte dentinária. Os dados obtidos foram submetidos à análise estatística (Kruskal-Wallis, P 0,05). Segundo a ação antimicrobiana, os materiais foram classificados em ordem decrescente: hidróxido de cálcio P.A., pasta A, pasta B e óleo de Copaifera langsdorffii Desfon, com diferenças estatisticamente significantes entre o hidróxido de cálcio P.A., as pastas e os veículos. Ao final do estudo, observou-se que as duas pastas avaliadas foram semelhantes quanto à formação de ponte dentinária. Considerando-se os microrganismos selecionados, conclui-se que as pastas avaliadas foram semelhantes entre si em termos de potencial antimicrobiano, diferindo dos componentes individuais. Em relação à formação de ponte dentinária, não foram observadas diferenças significantes entre os dentes tratados com as diferentes pastas.(AU)

Posse responsável: uma questão multidisciplinar / Responsible pet ownership: a multidisciplinary issue

O aumento do número de animais de companhia, seguido do despreparo e desconhecimento demuitos proprietários sobre a responsabilidade assumida ao adquirir um animal motivaram este estudo. Assim,através de um questionário, objetivou-se traçar o perfil do conhecimento dos tutores atendidos em um HospitalVeterinário Universitário sobre a posse responsável de cães e gatos. Os questionários foram individualmenteavaliados e os resultados expressos em valores absolutos e/ou percentuais. Os dados obtidos revelaram adesinformação dos pesquisados frente aos cuidados com os animais para evitar a ocorrência de acidentes ezoonoses. Também reforçaram a necessidade da atuação constante dos médicos veterinários na instrução econscientização da população sobre temas ligados à saúde pública e posse responsável. Verificou-se ainda, queo tempo de espera para consulta pode ser útil para a divulgação de informações e que, em um Hospital Escola,o envolvimento voluntário de discentes nesse ato seria de grande valia. Contudo, é preciso a adoção de açõesmultidisciplinares, em que governo e sociedade partilhem responsabilidades inerentes ao bem-estar animal eprevenção de doenças e acidentes na população humana

This study was motivated by the increasing number of pet animals, followed by the lack ofpreparation and ignorance of many owners about responsibility assumed by acquiring an animal. Thus, througha questionnaire, it was aimed to trace the knowledge profile about responsible ownership of dogs and cats ofthe tutors attended at Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The data were evaluated and results were showed inpercentual and/or absolute numbers. The data obtained revealed the surveyed disinformation regarding animalcare in order to avoid accidents and zoonoses. Also underscore the need for constant action of veterinarians ineducation and public awareness on issues related to public health and responsible ownership. It was also foundthat the waiting time for consultation may be useful for disseminating information and, in a teaching hospital,the voluntary involvement of students in this act would be of great value. However, it is necessary to adoptmultidisciplinary actions where government and society share responsibilities inherent to animal welfare andthe prevention of illness and accidents in the human population

Posse responsável: uma questão multidisciplinar / Responsible pet ownership: a multidisciplinary issue

O aumento do número de animais de companhia, seguido do despreparo e desconhecimento demuitos proprietários sobre a responsabilidade assumida ao adquirir um animal motivaram este estudo. Assim,através de um questionário, objetivou-se traçar o perfil do conhecimento dos tutores atendidos em um HospitalVeterinário Universitário sobre a posse responsável de cães e gatos. Os questionários foram individualmenteavaliados e os resultados expressos em valores absolutos e/ou percentuais. Os dados obtidos revelaram adesinformação dos pesquisados frente aos cuidados com os animais para evitar a ocorrência de acidentes ezoonoses. Também reforçaram a necessidade da atuação constante dos médicos veterinários na instrução econscientização da população sobre temas ligados à saúde pública e posse responsável. Verificou-se ainda, queo tempo de espera para consulta pode ser útil para a divulgação de informações e que, em um Hospital Escola,o envolvimento voluntário de discentes nesse ato seria de grande valia. Contudo, é preciso a adoção de açõesmultidisciplinares, em que governo e sociedade partilhem responsabilidades inerentes ao bem-estar animal eprevenção de doenças e acidentes na população humana(AU)

This study was motivated by the increasing number of pet animals, followed by the lack ofpreparation and ignorance of many owners about responsibility assumed by acquiring an animal. Thus, througha questionnaire, it was aimed to trace the knowledge profile about responsible ownership of dogs and cats ofthe tutors attended at Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The data were evaluated and results were showed inpercentual and/or absolute numbers. The data obtained revealed the surveyed disinformation regarding animalcare in order to avoid accidents and zoonoses. Also underscore the need for constant action of veterinarians ineducation and public awareness on issues related to public health and responsible ownership. It was also foundthat the waiting time for consultation may be useful for disseminating information and, in a teaching hospital,the voluntary involvement of students in this act would be of great value. However, it is necessary to adoptmultidisciplinary actions where government and society share responsibilities inherent to animal welfare andthe prevention of illness and accidents in the human population(AU)

Lesão por arame farpado na região do antebraço em equino: relato de caso / Injury by barbed wire on the forearm region in equine: case report / Lesiones por alambre de puas en la region del antebrazo en equina: reporte de un caso

Os equinos são comumente acometidos por lesões nos membros, sendo umas das afecções mais atendidas na rotina do médico veterinário. Cavalos têm características peculiares de cicatrização e o entendimento destas direciona o profissional ao tratamento mais adequado ao tipo de ferida. Reporta-se o caso de um equino acometido por uma lace ração grave na região do antebraço após ficar preso em uma cerca de arame farpado. Houve perda neuromuscular significativa e consequentemente déficit motor do membro afetado. Foi avaliada a evolução da cicatrização da lesão havendo recuperação de noventa por cento da capacidade motora permitindo a atividade esportiva moderada.

Horses are commonly affected by limb injuries, considered one of the most common diseases seen in veterinarian routine. Horses have peculiar characteristics of healing and understanding these issues directs the professional treatment most appropriate to the type of wound. This article refers to the case of a horse affected by a severe laceration on the forearm region afier becoming trapped in a barbed wire fence. There was significant loss neuromuscular and consequently motor deficit of the aftected limb. The evolution of the woundas well as the ability of the horse motor were evaluated based on the prescribed treatment. The animal showed complete healing of the lesion with 90% recovery of its motor capacity allowing it to moderate sports activity.

Los caballos son comúnmente afectados por lesiones de los miembros, siendo una de Ias enfermedades más comunes que se observan en Ia rutina dei veterinario. Los caballos tienen características peculiares de Ia cicatrización y Ia comprensión de estas dirige el profesional ai tratamiento más adecuado para eltipo de herida. Se refiere ai caso de un caballo afectado por una grave laceración en Ia región dei antebrazo después de ser atrapado en una cerca de alambre de púas. Hubo pérdida neuromuscular significativa y consecuentemente déficit motor de Ia extremidad afectada. Se evaluó Ia evolución de Ia herida, así como Ia capacidad motora dei caballo ai tratamiento prescrito. EI animal mostró una cicatrización total de Ia lesión con Iarecuperación dei 90% de Ia capacidad motora 10 que permite Ia actividad deportiva moderada.

Lesão por arame farpado na região do antebraço em equino: relato de caso / Injury by barbed wire on the forearm region in equine: case report / Lesiones por alambre de puas en la region del antebrazo en equina: reporte de un caso

Os equinos são comumente acometidos por lesões nos membros, sendo umas das afecções mais atendidas na rotina do médico veterinário. Cavalos têm características peculiares de cicatrização e o entendimento destas direciona o profissional ao tratamento mais adequado ao tipo de ferida. Reporta-se o caso de um equino acometido por uma lace ração grave na região do antebraço após ficar preso em uma cerca de arame farpado. Houve perda neuromuscular significativa e consequentemente déficit motor do membro afetado. Foi avaliada a evolução da cicatrização da lesão havendo recuperação de noventa por cento da capacidade motora permitindo a atividade esportiva moderada.(AU)

Horses are commonly affected by limb injuries, considered one of the most common diseases seen in veterinarian routine. Horses have peculiar characteristics of healing and understanding these issues directs the professional treatment most appropriate to the type of wound. This article refers to the case of a horse affected by a severe laceration on the forearm region afier becoming trapped in a barbed wire fence. There was significant loss neuromuscular and consequently motor deficit of the aftected limb. The evolution of the woundas well as the ability of the horse motor were evaluated based on the prescribed treatment. The animal showed complete healing of the lesion with 90% recovery of its motor capacity allowing it to moderate sports activity.(AU)

Los caballos son comúnmente afectados por lesiones de los miembros, siendo una de Ias enfermedades más comunes que se observan en Ia rutina dei veterinario. Los caballos tienen características peculiares de Ia cicatrización y Ia comprensión de estas dirige el profesional ai tratamiento más adecuado para eltipo de herida. Se refiere ai caso de un caballo afectado por una grave laceración en Ia región dei antebrazo después de ser atrapado en una cerca de alambre de púas. Hubo pérdida neuromuscular significativa y consecuentemente déficit motor de Ia extremidad afectada. Se evaluó Ia evolución de Ia herida, así como Ia capacidad motora dei caballo ai tratamiento prescrito. EI animal mostró una cicatrización total de Ia lesión con Iarecuperación dei 90% de Ia capacidad motora 10 que permite Ia actividad deportiva moderada.(AU)

Epúlide acantomatoso em cão: Relato de caso / Acanthomatous epulide in dog: case report

As neoplasias da cavidade oral representam aproximadamente 5% de todas as neoformações encontradasem cães e gatos e na maioria dos casos ocorrem em animais de idade média a avançada. Ocomportamento biológico do tumor oral depende da espécie em que ele ocorre, da localização na cavidade,do estágio clínico e da natureza histopatológica. Dentre as neoplasias orais, os epúlides, em suasquatro formas, fibromatoso, acantomatoso, de células gigantes e ósseo, figuram como amplamenteincidentes, e no cão são os tumores mais frequentes neste local. O epúlide acantomatoso é consideradoo tumor mais comum da mandíbula rostral de cães, com grande poder invasivo, produzindo lisede ossos subjacentes. Apesar do leque de opções terapêuticas disponíveis para esse tipo de neoplasiaoral, o tratamento cirúrgico ainda é o mais utilizado. O presente trabalho tem o objetivo de ressaltarimportantes pontos acerca dessa afecção tão comum na odontologia veterinária, no sentido de que odiagnóstico precoce, a correta interpretação dos exames laboratoriais e a adequada conduta clínicacontribuam para melhorar a expectativa de sobrevida dos pacientes acometidos.(AU)

The oral cavity neoplasms represent approximately 5% of all neo-formations found in dogs and catsand in most cases they affect those animals at middle and advanced age. The biological behavior ofthe oral tumor depends on the species which it affects, the location in the cavity, the clinical stage andhistopathological nature. Among the oral neoplasms, the epulides, in their four forms, fibromatous,acanthomatous, giant cells and osseous have a great incidence, and in the dog they are the most frequenttumors in this location. The acanthomatous epulide is considered the most common tumor ofdogs rostral mandible, with great invasive power, causing degeneration of subjacent bone regions.Despite the vast array of therapeutic options available for this type of oral neoplasm, the surgicaltreatment is still the most commonly used. The present work aims at highlighting important pointsrelated to this extremely common affection in the veterinary dentistry, meaning that the early diagnosis,the correct interpretation of laboratory exams and adequate clinical procedure may contribute forbetter expectancy prognosis of the affected patients.(AU)

Epúlide acantomatoso em cão: Relato de caso / Acanthomatous epulide in dog: case report

As neoplasias da cavidade oral representam aproximadamente 5% de todas as neoformações encontradasem cães e gatos e na maioria dos casos ocorrem em animais de idade média a avançada. Ocomportamento biológico do tumor oral depende da espécie em que ele ocorre, da localização na cavidade,do estágio clínico e da natureza histopatológica. Dentre as neoplasias orais, os epúlides, em suasquatro formas, fibromatoso, acantomatoso, de células gigantes e ósseo, figuram como amplamenteincidentes, e no cão são os tumores mais frequentes neste local. O epúlide acantomatoso é consideradoo tumor mais comum da mandíbula rostral de cães, com grande poder invasivo, produzindo lisede ossos subjacentes. Apesar do leque de opções terapêuticas disponíveis para esse tipo de neoplasiaoral, o tratamento cirúrgico ainda é o mais utilizado. O presente trabalho tem o objetivo de ressaltarimportantes pontos acerca dessa afecção tão comum na odontologia veterinária, no sentido de que odiagnóstico precoce, a correta interpretação dos exames laboratoriais e a adequada conduta clínicacontribuam para melhorar a expectativa de sobrevida dos pacientes acometidos.

The oral cavity neoplasms represent approximately 5% of all neo-formations found in dogs and catsand in most cases they affect those animals at middle and advanced age. The biological behavior ofthe oral tumor depends on the species which it affects, the location in the cavity, the clinical stage andhistopathological nature. Among the oral neoplasms, the epulides, in their four forms, fibromatous,acanthomatous, giant cells and osseous have a great incidence, and in the dog they are the most frequenttumors in this location. The acanthomatous epulide is considered the most common tumor ofdogs’ rostral mandible, with great invasive power, causing degeneration of subjacent bone regions.Despite the vast array of therapeutic options available for this type of oral neoplasm, the surgicaltreatment is still the most commonly used. The present work aims at highlighting important pointsrelated to this extremely common affection in the veterinary dentistry, meaning that the early diagnosis,the correct interpretation of laboratory exams and adequate clinical procedure may contribute forbetter expectancy prognosis of the affected patients.