Histoplasmose felina / Feline histoplasmosis

A histoplasmose é uma doença zoonótica, causada por um fungo oportunista, chamado Histoplasma capsulatum. O fungo é endêmico de regiões subtropicais e temperadas, sendo sua presença relatada principalmente nas Américas, na Índia e no Sudoeste Asiático.Acredita-se que os casos de histoplasmose em gatos ainda sejam subestimados. No Brasil, a maioria dos casos relatados foram provenientes do estado do Ceará. A histoplasmose é considerada a segunda causa mais comum de afecção micótica sistêmica em gatos. Desta forma, o objetivo do presente trabalho foi relatar a ocorrência de um caso com resolução satisfatória em Fortaleza/Ceará. O animal apresentou histórico de espirros crônicos, secreção nasal e um aumento de volume na região nasal, além de um nódulo ulcerado no flanco direito. Foram solicitadas citologia e cultura da lesão, onde foram evidenciadas leveduras sugestivas de Histoplasma capsulatum. O tratamento escolhido foi itraconazol na dose de 100mg/gato, sendo administrada por via oral uma cápsula ao dia. Após 30 dias, o animal retornou ao consultório, apresentando uma melhora considerável, sem aumento de plano nasal, processo obstrutivo nasal e lesões de pele.

Histoplasmosis is a zoonotic disease caused by an opportunistic fungus called Histoplasma capsulatum. The fungus is endemic to subtropical and temperate regions, with its presence being reported mainly in the Americas, India, and Southeast Asia. It is believed that the cases of histoplasmosis in cats are still underestimated. In Brazil, most reported cases were from the state of Ceará. Histoplasmosis is considered the second most common cause of systemic mycotic disease in cats. Thus, the present study aimed to report the occurrence of a case with satisfactory resolution in Fortaleza/Ceará. The animal showed a history of chronic sneezing, nasal secretion, and an increase in volume in the nasal region, in addition to an ulcerated nodule on the right flank. Cytology and culture of the lesion were requested, where yeasts suggestive of Histoplasma capsulatum were evidenced. The chosen treatment was itraconazole at a dose of 100mg/cat, being administered orally one capsule a day. After 30 days, the animal returned to the clinic showing considerable improvement, without an increase in the nasal plane, nasal obstructive process, and skin lesions.

Mandibulectomia em felino com osteomielite fibrosante bacteriana / Mandibulectomy in feline with bacterial fibrosing osteomyelitis

Background: Fibrosing osteomyelitis is a chronic inflammatory process caused by infectious agents that lead to the destructionand replacement of bone tissue by fibroblasts. The diagnosis is based especially on histopathological and bacterial culture. Incases where extensive and irreversible injuries are observed, surgical treatment may be indicated. The objective of this work isto report the clinical, radiographic, histopathological, and microbiological aspects of a cat presenting fibrosing osteomyelitis.Case: A 10-year-old male feline, no defined breed, weighing 3.9 kg was referred to one Private Veterinary Clinic of Fortaleza,CE, Brazil with a history of left mandibular enlargement, presenting dysphagia, sialorrhea, an increase in firm consistencyalong of the left mandibular body, temporomandibular arthralgia and decreased joint motion range. On cranium radiograph,signs of proliferative osteopathy of irregular contours were observed in the branch and body of the left mandible and extending to the rostral region of the right mandible, suggesting a neoplastic process. After anesthesia, for better assessment ofthe oral cavity, a sample was collected by incisional biopsy, however, the histopathological result was nonspecific. In viewof the inconclusive condition, it was decided to perform left hemimandibulectomy combined with right partial mandibulectomy. Tissue samples were obtained and sent for microbiological and histopathological analyses. The last test revealedan inflammatory reaction consisting of neutrophils and plasma cells, associated with a large amount of fibrous connectivetissue, multifocal bacterial aggregates, necrosis and bone resorption. Based on the findings, the diagnosis of chronic bacterial osteomyelitis was concluded. The microbiological culture demonstrated the growth of the bacterium Pseudomonasaeruginosa, with sensitivity to cefovecin, which was administered to the treatment in....

Mandibulectomia em felino com osteomielite fibrosante bacteriana / Mandibulectomy in feline with bacterial fibrosing osteomyelitis

Background: Fibrosing osteomyelitis is a chronic inflammatory process caused by infectious agents that lead to the destructionand replacement of bone tissue by fibroblasts. The diagnosis is based especially on histopathological and bacterial culture. Incases where extensive and irreversible injuries are observed, surgical treatment may be indicated. The objective of this work isto report the clinical, radiographic, histopathological, and microbiological aspects of a cat presenting fibrosing osteomyelitis.Case: A 10-year-old male feline, no defined breed, weighing 3.9 kg was referred to one Private Veterinary Clinic of Fortaleza,CE, Brazil with a history of left mandibular enlargement, presenting dysphagia, sialorrhea, an increase in firm consistencyalong of the left mandibular body, temporomandibular arthralgia and decreased joint motion range. On cranium radiograph,signs of proliferative osteopathy of irregular contours were observed in the branch and body of the left mandible and extending to the rostral region of the right mandible, suggesting a neoplastic process. After anesthesia, for better assessment ofthe oral cavity, a sample was collected by incisional biopsy, however, the histopathological result was nonspecific. In viewof the inconclusive condition, it was decided to perform left hemimandibulectomy combined with right partial mandibulectomy. Tissue samples were obtained and sent for microbiological and histopathological analyses. The last test revealedan inflammatory reaction consisting of neutrophils and plasma cells, associated with a large amount of fibrous connectivetissue, multifocal bacterial aggregates, necrosis and bone resorption. Based on the findings, the diagnosis of chronic bacterial osteomyelitis was concluded. The microbiological culture demonstrated the growth of the bacterium Pseudomonasaeruginosa, with sensitivity to cefovecin, which was administered to the treatment in....(AU)

Obstrucción uretral en gatos / Urethral obstruction in cats / Obstrução uretral em gatos

A obstrução uretral é um quadro clínico emergencial, comumente observado em felinos, que pode resultar em sério comprometimento à sua saúde, como lesões renais agudas. Essa afecção pode ter causas mecânica, anatômica ou funcional, e apresentar como principais sintomas a estrangúria, periúria e lambedura excessiva da genitália. O diagnóstico é realizado com base no histórico, exame físico e de imagem, como ultrassonografia e radiografia, sendo a identificação da etiologia de suma importância para instituir o tratamento e diminuir os quadros de recidiva. Ao diagnosticar a doença, o início do tratamento deve ser imediato e intensivo, em virtude do risco de evoluir rapidamente para o óbito. Neste sentido, busca-se corrigir os distúrbios hidroeletrolíticos, fornecer analgesia e realizar a desobstrução uretral, havendo uma variação neste último procedimento, de modo que, a escolha do método mais indicado pode variar de acordo com cada caso. Com base na complexidade em seu estabelecimento, diagnóstico e tratamento, foi objetivado com esse artigo de revisão reunir informações atuais e relevantes, relacionadas ao quadro de obstrução uretral em gatos, procurando enfatizar aspectos clínico, cirúrgico e etiológico da doença, assim como, orientar médicos veterinários no tratamento e prevenção da mesma.

Urethral obstruction is an emergency clinical condition, commonly observed in cats, that can result in serious commitment of their health, such as acute kidney damage. This condition can have mechanical, anatomical or functional causes, presenting as main symptoms stanguria, periuria and excessive licking of genitals. The diagnosis is based on the history, physical and image exams, such as ultrasound and radiography, being the identification of etiology of great importance to institute the treatment and reduce recurrence. After diagnosing the disease, initiation of treatment needs to be immediate and intensive, because of the risk of evolving quickly to death. In this regard, it’s necessary to correct hydroelectric disturbances, provide analgesia and perform a urethral clearance, however there is a variation in this last procedure, so the choice of the most suitable method may vary according to each case. Based on the complexity of its establishment, diagnosis and treatment, this review aimed to gather current and relevant information related to urethral obstruction in cats, intending to emphasize clinical and etiological symptoms of the disease, as well as to guide veterinarians in its treatment and prevention.

La obstrucción uretral es una condición clínica de emergencia, comúnmente vista en gatos, que puede resultar en un deterioro grave de su salud, como daño renal agudo. Esta condición puede tener causas mecánicas, anatómicas o funcionales, y presentar extrañeza, periuria y lamido excesivo de los genitales como síntomas principales. El diagnóstico se realiza con base en la historia, examen físico y de imagen, como ecografía y radiografía, y la identificación de la etiología es de suma importancia para instituir el tratamiento y reducir la recurrencia. Al diagnosticar la enfermedad, el inicio del tratamiento debe ser inmediato e intensivo, debido al riesgo de evolucionar rápidamente a la muerte. En este sentido, buscamos corregir las alteraciones hidroelectrolíticas, aportar analgesia y realizar el aclaramiento uretral, con una variación en este último procedimiento, por lo que la elección del método más adecuado puede variar según cada caso. A partir de la complejidad de su establecimiento, diagnóstico y tratamiento, este artículo de revisión tuvo como objetivo recopilar información actual y relevante relacionada con la condición de obstrucción uretral en gatos, buscando enfatizar los aspectos clínicos, quirúrgicos y etiológicos de la enfermedad, así como orientar a los médicos veterinarios en su tratamiento y prevención.

Primary gallbladder adenocarcinoma in a cat

Background: Biliary tumors have low incidence in cats and are more common in elderly animals. Hepatobiliary tumors have different classifications and their etiology is difficult to interpret. In most cases, the diagnosis is only possible in advanced stages, which clouds the precursor factors. The late diagnosis is explained by the absence or specificity of clinical manifestations and laboratory changes. The majority of hepatobiliary neoplasms in cats are incidental findings in surgeries or necropsies. This study aimed to report clinical, laboratory, pathological and immunohistochemical results in a feline case of gallbladder adenocarcinoma. Case: 4-year-old male castrated mix breed cat was admitted at a veterinary clinic with a history of polyuria / polydipsia, anorexia, apathy, jaundice and emesis for 60 days. The animal had been treated in another clinic with silymarin, famotidine and cyanocobalamin, and fed by esophageal tube based on the presumptive clinical diagnosis of cholangitis. The clinical examination revealed jaundice, abdominal pain, weight loss, enlargement of the liver and gallbladder and the presence of a structure in the epigastric region. Based on clinical signs, blood tests (complete blood count and liver enzymes), abdominal ultrasound and thoracic radiography were requested. In the exam results, eosinophilia, bilirubinemia and increased alkaline phosphatase, glutamic pyruvic transaminase and gamma glutamyl transferase were observed, in addition to the presence of icteric and hemolyzed serum. Ultrasound exam revealed thickened and dilated cystic and common ducts, large and thick gallbladder, bile with bile mud, hypoechogenic liver, thickening in the duodenal papilla and enlarged pancreatic and duodenal lymph nodes. There were no alterations in thoracic radiography. Based on the findings, the diagnosis of...

Primary gallbladder adenocarcinoma in a cat

Background: Biliary tumors have low incidence in cats and are more common in elderly animals. Hepatobiliary tumors have different classifications and their etiology is difficult to interpret. In most cases, the diagnosis is only possible in advanced stages, which clouds the precursor factors. The late diagnosis is explained by the absence or specificity of clinical manifestations and laboratory changes. The majority of hepatobiliary neoplasms in cats are incidental findings in surgeries or necropsies. This study aimed to report clinical, laboratory, pathological and immunohistochemical results in a feline case of gallbladder adenocarcinoma. Case: 4-year-old male castrated mix breed cat was admitted at a veterinary clinic with a history of polyuria / polydipsia, anorexia, apathy, jaundice and emesis for 60 days. The animal had been treated in another clinic with silymarin, famotidine and cyanocobalamin, and fed by esophageal tube based on the presumptive clinical diagnosis of cholangitis. The clinical examination revealed jaundice, abdominal pain, weight loss, enlargement of the liver and gallbladder and the presence of a structure in the epigastric region. Based on clinical signs, blood tests (complete blood count and liver enzymes), abdominal ultrasound and thoracic radiography were requested. In the exam results, eosinophilia, bilirubinemia and increased alkaline phosphatase, glutamic pyruvic transaminase and gamma glutamyl transferase were observed, in addition to the presence of icteric and hemolyzed serum. Ultrasound exam revealed thickened and dilated cystic and common ducts, large and thick gallbladder, bile with bile mud, hypoechogenic liver, thickening in the duodenal papilla and enlarged pancreatic and duodenal lymph nodes. There were no alterations in thoracic radiography. Based on the findings, the diagnosis of...(AU)

Obstrucción uretral en gatos / Urethral obstruction in cats / Obstrução uretral em gatos

A obstrução uretral é um quadro clínico emergencial, comumente observado em felinos, que pode resultar em sério comprometimento à sua saúde, como lesões renais agudas. Essa afecção pode ter causas mecânica, anatômica ou funcional, e apresentar como principais sintomas a estrangúria, periúria e lambedura excessiva da genitália. O diagnóstico é realizado com base no histórico, exame físico e de imagem, como ultrassonografia e radiografia, sendo a identificação da etiologia de suma importância para instituir o tratamento e diminuir os quadros de recidiva. Ao diagnosticar a doença, o início do tratamento deve ser imediato e intensivo, em virtude do risco de evoluir rapidamente para o óbito. Neste sentido, busca-se corrigir os distúrbios hidroeletrolíticos, fornecer analgesia e realizar a desobstrução uretral, havendo uma variação neste último procedimento, de modo que, a escolha do método mais indicado pode variar de acordo com cada caso. Com base na complexidade em seu estabelecimento, diagnóstico e tratamento, foi objetivado com esse artigo de revisão reunir informações atuais e relevantes, relacionadas ao quadro de obstrução uretral em gatos, procurando enfatizar aspectos clínico, cirúrgico e etiológico da doença, assim como, orientar médicos veterinários no tratamento e prevenção da mesma.(AU)

Urethral obstruction is an emergency clinical condition, commonly observed in cats, that can result in serious commitment of their health, such as acute kidney damage. This condition can have mechanical, anatomical or functional causes, presenting as main symptoms stanguria, periuria and excessive licking of genitals. The diagnosis is based on the history, physical and image exams, such as ultrasound and radiography, being the identification of etiology of great importance to institute the treatment and reduce recurrence. After diagnosing the disease, initiation of treatment needs to be immediate and intensive, because of the risk of evolving quickly to death. In this regard, its necessary to correct hydroelectric disturbances, provide analgesia and perform a urethral clearance, however there is a variation in this last procedure, so the choice of the most suitable method may vary according to each case. Based on the complexity of its establishment, diagnosis and treatment, this review aimed to gather current and relevant information related to urethral obstruction in cats, intending to emphasize clinical and etiological symptoms of the disease, as well as to guide veterinarians in its treatment and prevention.(AU)

La obstrucción uretral es una condición clínica de emergencia, comúnmente vista en gatos, que puede resultar en un deterioro grave de su salud, como daño renal agudo. Esta condición puede tener causas mecánicas, anatómicas o funcionales, y presentar extrañeza, periuria y lamido excesivo de los genitales como síntomas principales. El diagnóstico se realiza con base en la historia, examen físico y de imagen, como ecografía y radiografía, y la identificación de la etiología es de suma importancia para instituir el tratamiento y reducir la recurrencia. Al diagnosticar la enfermedad, el inicio del tratamiento debe ser inmediato e intensivo, debido al riesgo de evolucionar rápidamente a la muerte. En este sentido, buscamos corregir las alteraciones hidroelectrolíticas, aportar analgesia y realizar el aclaramiento uretral, con una variación en este último procedimiento, por lo que la elección del método más adecuado puede variar según cada caso. A partir de la complejidad de su establecimiento, diagnóstico y tratamiento, este artículo de revisión tuvo como objetivo recopilar información actual y relevante relacionada con la condición de obstrucción uretral en gatos, buscando enfatizar los aspectos clínicos, quirúrgicos y etiológicos de la enfermedad, así como orientar a los médicos veterinarios en su tratamiento y prevención.(AU)

Resolução cirúrgica de pólipo inflamatório em ouvido médio de felino através da técnica de avulsão e tração por abordagem lateral: relato de caso / Surgical resolution of feline middle ear inflammatory polyp by lateral approach traction and avulsion technique: case report

O objetivo desse trabalho foi descrever um caso de pólipo inflamatório em ouvido médio de um felino e sua resolução cirúrgica através da avulsão e tração da massa após abordagem lateral. Um felino, fêmea, de 2 anos de idade, foi atendido no Hospital Veterinário Professor Sylvio Barbosa Cardoso, apresentando prurido intenso, dor e secreção fétida em região auricular. Pelo exame físico foi possível observar um nódulo em região de ouvido médio esquerdo. Associado a isso, o animal apresentava "headtilt" (inclinação da cabeça para o lado afetado). Foram solicitados exames hematológicos, radiografia de crânio e citologia da massa. O animal foi encaminhado para cirurgia de extirpação da massa. Foi feita uma incisão na pele sob o canal auditivo vertical palpável. A cartilagem foi liberada até o nível da junção entre as cartilagens auricular e anular. Com o auxílio de um fórceps, o pólipo foi agarrado e delicadamente girado até ser completamente extirpado de sua origem. A cartilagem e o subcutâneo foram fechados com material de sutura monofilamentar 4-0 e a pele foi fechada em um padrão de sutura subdérmica usando o mesmo material. A peça foi encaminhada para exame histopatológico, pelo qual confirmou-se a suspeita de pólipo inflamatório, através da observação de epitélio colunar ciliado. Utilizando a técnica cirúrgica TALA (avulsão e tração após abordagem lateral) foi possível obter melhora do quadro clínico do animal referido, rápida recuperação pós-cirúrgica e sem nenhuma complicação decorrente da técnica. Essa técnica, portanto, se mostrou satisfatória, melhorando significativamente a qualidade de vida do animal.

The aim of this study was to describe a case of inflammatory polyp in the middle ear of a cat and its surgical resolution through avulsion and mass traction after lateral approach. A female feline, two year old, was admitted at the Hospital Veterinário Professor Sylvio Barbosa Cardoso, presenting intense itching, pain and fetid discharge in the ear region. Physical examination revealed a nodule in the left middle ear region. Associated with this, the animal presented head tilt (inclination of the head to the affected side). Hematological examinations, skull radiography and mass cytology were requested. The animal was referred for polyp removal surgery. A skin incision was made under the palpable vertical ear canal. The cartilage was released to the level of the junction between the auricular and annular cartilages. With the help of a forceps, the polyp was grasped and gently rotated until completely removed from its origin. The cartilage and subcutaneous tissue were closed with 4-0 monofilament suture material and the skin was closed in a subdermal suture pattern using the same material. The piece was referred for histopathological examination, which confirmed the suspicion of inflammatory polyp by observing ciliated columnar epithelium. Using the TALA surgical technique (avulsion and traction after lateral approach) it was possible to obtain improvement of the clinical 3 picture of the referred animal, rapid postoperative recovery and without any complications resulting from the technique. This technique therefore proves satisfying, significantly improving the quality of life of the animal.

Tratamento periodontal em gato / Periodontal treatment in cat

A saúde bucal dos animais está relacionada ao aumento da expectativa de vida, uma vez que as patologias bucais podem interferir na saúde geral do paciente. Dentre as condições bucais que podem afetar os felinos, destaca-se a doença periodontal. Nisso ocorre a conversão do sulco gengival normal em ambiente patogênico, com formação de placa e cálculo dentário. Para diagnosticar a doença periodontal, cada dente deve ser avaliado individualmente, medindo índices gengivais, acúmulo de cálculos, mobilidade dentária, exposição a furca e periodontite. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar um relato de caso de um felino de 10 anos de idade com tratamento periodontal. O animal apresentava história de halitose, dor e inflamação na boca, avaliação da cavidade oral e limpeza e extração periodontal de dois dentes molares, 208 e 309.

The oral health of animals is related to increased life expectancy, since oral pathologies can interfere with the patient's overall health. Among the oral conditions that can affect felines, periodontal disease stands out. In this occurs the conversion of the normal gingival sulcus in a pathogenic environment, with plaque formation and dental calculus. To diagnose periodontal disease, each tooth must be assessed individually, measuring gingival indices, stone accumulation, tooth mobility, furcation exposure, and periodontitis. The aim of this paper is to present a case report of a 10-year-old feline with periodontal treatment. The animal had a history of halitosis, pain and inflammation in the mouth, oral cavity evaluation and periodontal cleaning and extraction of two molar teeth, 208 and 309.

Osteomielite fibrosante bacteriana mandibular em felino / Bacterial fibrous osteomyelitis of the mandible in feline

A osteomielite fibrosante é um processo inflamatório crônico, acompanhado pela destruição e substituição do tecido ósseo por fibroblastos, causado por um microorganismo infectante. Seu diagnóstico é baseado na história, achados radiográficos, histopatologia, cultura e antibiograma. O objetivo do presente estudo foi descrever um caso de osteomielite bacteriana crônica em felino doméstico (Felis catus) na região da mandíbula, acompanhado de osteólise. Após o exame, foi confirmado o diagnóstico de osteomielite fibrosante causada pela bactéria Pseudomonas aeruginosa. O tratamento de escolha foi hemimandibulectomia da porção afetada associada à antibioticoterapia. A paciente apresentou boa recuperação pós-operatória, concluindo que a técnica cirúrgica associada ao uso de antibióticos sensíveis às bactérias mostrou-se eficiente na resolução.

Firming osteomyelitis is a chronic inflammatory process, accompanied by destruction and replacement of bone tissue by fibroblasts, caused by an infecting microorganism. Its diagnosis is based on history, radiographic findings, histopathology, culture and antibiogram. The aim of the present study was to describe a case of chronic bacterial osteomyelitis in domestic feline (Felis catus) in the mandible region, accompanied by osteolysis. After examination, the diagnosis of fibrosing osteomyelitis caused by the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa was confirmed. The treatment of choice was hemimandibulectomy of the affected portion associated with antibiotic therapy. The patient had a good postoperative recovery, thus concluding that the surgical technique associated with the use of bacteria-sensitive antibiotics proved to be efficient in resolving.

Colectomia subtotal em gato com megacólon / Cat subtotal colectomy with megacolon

Megacólon consiste em um aumento persistente do diâmetro do cólon. Nos gatos, a forma idiopática é a mais observada. Relata-se um caso de megacólon em um felino fêmea, sem raça definida, de quatro anos, com histórico de constipação intermitente, cauda flácida e incontinência urinária. Os exames de imagem evidenciaram a presença de grande conteúdo fecal em cólon e peristaltismo lento. O paciente foi submetido a tratamento clínico. Devido a resposta insatisfatória a terapêutica, optou-se por colectomia subtotal, preservando-se a válvula íleo-cecólica. Após 30 dias do procedimento, o animal ainda apresentava quadro de constipação e incontinência urinária, não retornando para consulta. A etiologia do megacólon está relacionada com o prognóstico do animal, em que desordens neurológicas fazem parte do diagnóstico diferencial.

Megacolon consists of a persistent increase in the diameter of the colon. In cats, the idiopathic form is the most observed. We report a case of megacolon in a four-year-old female, feline, with a history of intermittent constipation, flaccid tail and urinary incontinence. Imaging exams showed the presence of large fecal content in the colon and slow peristalsis. The patient underwent clinical treatment. Due to the unsatisfactory response to therapy, we opted for subtotal colectomy, preserving the ileocecolic valve. After 30 days of the procedure, the animal still had constipation and urinary incontinence, not returning for consultation. The etiology of megacolon is related to the prognosis of the animal, in which neurological disorders are part of the differential diagnosis.

Retalho de padrão axial omocervical empregado após exérese de carcinoma em pina / Omocervical axial employee standard retail after pina carcinoma exercise

A cirurgia reconstrutiva tem sido rotineiramente aplicada na medicina veterinária, seja na reconstrução tecidual causada por trauma ou até no momento da ressecção do tumor. O carcinoma de células escamosas (CCE) é uma das neoplasias infiltravas mais comuns em felinos. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo foi relatar um caso de excisão de CCE na região da pina em um gato doméstico (Felis catus). Foi atendido no setor de clínica médica no Departamento de Medicina Veterinária (DMV) da UFRPE, felino com lesão erosiva em pina. Na inspeção da lesão, foram observadas as áreas eritematosas, ulcerativas e crostosas. Durante a revisão histórica, observou-se que o animal foi submetido à pinectomia há 2 anos na orelha contralateral, com citologia sugestiva de CCE. Diante do quadro clínico, o animal foi encaminhado ao departamento de cirurgia do UFRPE DMV, com suspeita de recorrência do CCE. Com base no quadro clínico, a excisão da neoplasia com amplas margens livres foi escolhida através da ablação do conduto vertical, utilizando uma técnica de reconstrução cirúrgica com retalho axial da artéria omocervical. No exame histopatológico, os achados foram compatíveis com CCE bem diferenciado, com margens cirúrgicas livres. Após a alta, o paciente foi encaminhado ao departamento de oncologia.

Reconstructive surgery has been routinely applied in veterinary medicine, either in tissue reconstruction caused by trauma or even at the moment of tumor resection. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is one of the infiltrative malignancies most common in feline. Thus, the objective of the present study was to report a case of ECC in the pina region in a domestic cat (Felis catus), and surgical excision with reconstruction using omocervical axial flap was performed to correct the defect. It was attended in the medical clinic sector in the Department of Veterinary Medicine (DMV) of UFRPE, a feline with erosive lesion in pine. In the inspection of the lesion, the erythematous, ulcerative and crusty areas were observed. During the historical review, it was observed that the animal underwent pinectomy for 2 years in the contralateral ear, with cytology suggestive of SCC. Facing the clinical picture, the animal was referred to the surgery department of the UFRPE DMV, with suspicion of recurrence of SCC. Based on the clinical picture, the excision of the neoplasia with wide free margins was chosen through the ablation of the vertical conduit using a surgical reconstruction technique with the axial flap of the omocervical artery. In histopathological examination, the findings were compatible with well differentiated SCC, with free surgical margins. After discharge, the patient was referred to the oncology department.

Retalho de padrão axial omocervical empregado após exérese de carcinoma em pina / Omocervical axial employee standard retail after pina carcinoma exercise

A cirurgia reconstrutiva tem sido rotineiramente aplicada na medicina veterinária, seja na reconstrução tecidual causada por trauma ou até no momento da ressecção do tumor. Ocarcinoma de células escamosas (CCE) é uma das neoplasias infiltravas mais comuns em felinos. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo foi relatar um caso de excisão de CCE na região da pina em um gato doméstico (Felis catus). Foi atendido no setor de clínica médica no Departamento de Medicina Veterinária (DMV) da UFRPE, felino com lesão erosiva empina. Na inspeção da lesão, foram observadas as áreas eritematosas, ulcerativas e crostosas. Durante a revisão histórica, observou-se que o animal foi submetido à pinectomia há 2 anos na orelha contralateral, com citologia sugestiva de CCE. Diante do quadro clínico, o animal foi encaminhado ao departamento de cirurgia do UFRPE DMV, com suspeita de recorrência do CCE. Com base no quadro clínico, a excisão da neoplasia com amplas margens livres foi escolhida através da ablação do conduto vertical, utilizando uma técnica de reconstrução cirúrgica com retalho axial da artéria omocervical. No exame histopatológico, os achados foram compatíveis com CCE bem diferenciado, com margens cirúrgicas livres. Após a alta, o paciente foi encaminhado ao departamento de oncologia.(AU)

Reconstructive surgery has been routinely applied in veterinary medicine, either in tissue reconstruction caused by trauma or even at the moment of tumor resection. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is one of the infiltrative malignancies most common in feline. Thus, the objective of the present study was to report a case of ECC in the pina region in a domestic cat (Felis catus), and surgical excision with reconstruction using omocervical axial flap was performed to correct the defect. It was attended in the medical clinic sector in the Department of Veterinary Medicine (DMV) of UFRPE, a feline with erosive lesion in pine. In the inspection of the lesion, the erythematous, ulcerative and crusty areas were observed. During the historical review, it was observed that the animal underwent pinectomy for 2 years in the contralateral ear, with cytology suggestive of SCC. Facing the clinical picture, the animal was referred to the surgery department of the UFRPE DMV, with suspicion of recurrence ofSCC. Based on the clinical picture, the excision of the neoplasia with wide free margins was chosen through the ablation of the vertical conduit using a surgical reconstruction technique with the axial flap of the omocervical artery. In histopathological examination, the findings were compatible with well differentiated SCC, with free surgical margins. After discharge, the patient was referred to the oncology department.(AU)

Colectomia subtotal em gato com megacólon / Cat subtotal colectomy with megacolon

Megacólon consiste em um aumento persistente do diâmetro do cólon. Nos gatos, a forma idiopática é a mais observada. Relata-se um caso de megacólon em um felino fêmea, sem raça definida, de quatro anos, com histórico de constipação intermitente, cauda flácida e incontinência urinária. Os exames de imagem evidenciaram a presença de grande conteúdo fecal em cólon e peristaltismo lento. O paciente foi submetido a tratamento clínico. Devido a resposta insatisfatória a terapêutica, optou-se por colectomia subtotal, preservando-se a válvula íleo-cecólica. Após 30 dias do procedimento, o animal ainda apresentava quadro de constipação e incontinência urinária, não retornando para consulta. A etiologia do megacólon está relacionada com o prognóstico do animal, em que desordens neurológicas fazem parte do diagnóstico diferencial.(AU)

Megacolon consists of a persistent increase in the diameter of the colon. In cats, the idiopathic form is the most observed. We report a case of megacolon in a four-year-oldfemale, feline, with a history of intermittent constipation, flaccid tail and urinary incontinence. Imaging exams showed the presence of large fecal content in the colon and slow peristalsis. The patient underwent clinical treatment. Due to the unsatisfactory response to therapy, we opted for subtotal colectomy, preserving the ileocecolic valve. After 30 days of the procedure, the animal still had constipation and urinary incontinence, not returning for consultation. The etiology of megacolon is related to the prognosis of the animal, in which neurological disorders are part of the differential diagnosis.(AU)

Osteomielíte fibrosante bacteriana mandibular em felino / Bacterial fibrous osteomyelitis of the mandible in feline

A osteomielite fibrosante é um processo inflamatório crônico, acompanhado pela destruição e substituição do tecido ósseo por fibroblastos, causado por um microorganismo infectante. Seu diagnóstico é baseado na história, achados radiográficos, histopatologia, cultura e antibiograma. O objetivo do presente estudo foi descrever um caso de osteomielite bacteriana crônica em felino doméstico (Felis catus) na região da mandíbula, acompanhado de osteólise. Após o exame, foi confirmado o diagnóstico de osteomielite fibrosante causada pela bactéria Pseudomonas aeruginosa. O tratamento de escolha foi hemimandibulectomia da porção afetada associada à antibioticoterapia. A pacientea presentou boa recuperação pós-operatória, concluindo que a técnica cirúrgica associada ao uso de antibióticos sensíveis às bactérias mostrou-se eficiente na resolução.(AU)

Firming osteomyelitis is a chronic inflammatory process, accompanied by destruction and replacement of bone tissue by fibroblasts, caused by an infecting microorganism. Its diagnosis is based on history, radiographic findings, histopathology, culture and antibiogram. The aim of the present study was to describe a case of chronic bacterial osteomyelitis in domestic feline (Felis catus) in the mandible region, accompanied byosteolysis. After examination, the diagnosis of fibrosing osteomyelitis caused by the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa was confirmed. The treatment of choice was hemimandibulectomy of the affected portion associated with antibiotic therapy. The patient had a good postoperative recovery, thus concluding that the surgical technique associated with the use of bacteria-sensitive antibiotics proved to be efficient in resolving.(AU)

Tratamento periodontal em gatos / Periodontal treatment in cat

A saúde bucal dos animais está relacionada ao aumento da expectativa de vida, uma vez que as patologias bucais podem interferir na saúde geral do paciente. Dentre as condições bucais que podem afetar os felinos, destaca-se a doença periodontal. Nisso ocorre a conversão do sulco gengival normal em ambiente patogênico, com formação de placa e cálculo dentário. Para diagnosticar a doença periodontal, cada dente deve ser avaliado individualmente, medindo índices gengivais, acúmulo de cálculos, mobilidade dentária, exposição a furca e periodontite. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar um relato de caso de um felino de 10 anos de idade com tratamento periodontal. O animal apresentava história de halitose, dor e inflamação na boca, avaliação da cavidade oral e limpeza e extração periodontal de dois dentes molares, 208 e 309.(AU)

The oral health of animals is related to increased life expectancy, since oral pathologies can interfere with the patient's overall health. Among the oral conditions that can affect felines, periodontal disease stands out. In this occurs the conversion of the normal gingival sulcus in a pathogenic environment, with plaque formation and dental calculus.To diagnose periodontal disease, each tooth must be assessed individually, measuring gingival indices, stone accumulation, tooth mobility, furcation exposure, and periodontitis. The aim of this paper is to present a case report of a 10-year-old feline with periodontal treatment. The animal had a history of halitosis, pain and inflammation in the mouth, oral cavity evaluation and periodontal cleaning and extraction of two molar teeth,208 and 309.(AU)

Poliartrite associada a FeLV: relato de caso

O Vírus da leucemia felina é um agente que acomete felinos domésticos com distribuição mundial. Ela induz alterações imunológicas no animal que podem comprometer a saúde do mesmo. Os sinais clínicos são variáveis e inespecíficos. Objetivou-se relatar um caso de poliartrite em um felino com FeLV, condição rara. Foi atendido em uma clínica veterinária um felino, com 3 anos de idade, com histórico de claudicação em membros posteriores e anteriores.Ao exame clínico, verificou-se dor e edema em articulações rádio-cárpicas e tíbio-társicas direito e esquerdas, linfadenomegalia de poplíteos. Foram solicitados exames complementares. O teste rápido para FeLV mostrou-se positivo. O hemograma apresentou neutrofilia. Na radiografia verificou-se a presença de alterações sugestivas para poliartrite. O resultado da citologia mostrou a presença de infiltrado de neutrófilos e linfócitos, sem a presença agentes infecciosos. O histopatológico dos fragmentos ósseos do calcâneo mostrou osteomielite e osteonecrose. Conclui-se que o vírus da leucemia felina induziu um quadro de poliartrite crônica, condição rara, que levou a diversas alterações articulares e ósseas no animal.(AU)

The feline leukemia virus is an agent that affects domestic cats with a worldwide distribution. It induces immune changes in the animal that can compromise the health of the animal. The clinical signs are variable and non-specific. The objective of this study was to report a case of polyarthritis in a feline with FeLV, a rare condition. A feline, 3-year-old, with a history of lameness in hind and anterior limbs was seen in a veterinary clinic. Clinical examination revealed pain and edema in the right and left tibial-tarsal radiculopathy and joints, and popliteal lymphadenomegaly. Further examinations were requested. The rapid test for FeLV was positive. The hemogram showed neutrophilia. The presence of suggestive alterations for polyarthritis was observed in the radiograph. The cytology result showed the presence of neutrophil and lymphocyte infiltration, without the presence of infectious agents. The histopathological examination of the bone fragments of the calcaneus showed osteomyelitis and osteonecrosis. It is concluded that the feline leukemia virus induced a chronic condition of polyarthritis, a rare condition that led to several joint and bone changes in the animal.(AU)

Poliartrite associada a FeLV: relato de caso

O Vírus da leucemia felina é um agente que acomete felinos domésticos com distribuição mundial. Ela induz alterações imunológicas no animal que podem comprometer a saúde do mesmo. Os sinais clínicos são variáveis e inespecíficos. Objetivou-se relatar um caso de poliartrite em um felino com FeLV, condição rara. Foi atendido em uma clínica veterinária um felino, com 3 anos de idade, com histórico de claudicação em membros posteriores e anteriores.Ao exame clínico, verificou-se dor e edema em articulações rádio-cárpicas e tíbio-társicas direito e esquerdas, linfadenomegalia de poplíteos. Foram solicitados exames complementares. O teste rápido para FeLV mostrou-se positivo. O hemograma apresentou neutrofilia. Na radiografia verificou-se a presença de alterações sugestivas para poliartrite. O resultado da citologia mostrou a presença de infiltrado de neutrófilos e linfócitos, sem a presença agentes infecciosos. O histopatológico dos fragmentos ósseos do calcâneo mostrou osteomielite e osteonecrose. Conclui-se que o vírus da leucemia felina induziu um quadro de poliartrite crônica, condição rara, que levou a diversas alterações articulares e ósseas no animal.

The feline leukemia virus is an agent that affects domestic cats with a worldwide distribution. It induces immune changes in the animal that can compromise the health of the animal. The clinical signs are variable and non-specific. The objective of this study was to report a case of polyarthritis in a feline with FeLV, a rare condition. A feline, 3-year-old, with a history of lameness in hind and anterior limbs was seen in a veterinary clinic. Clinical examination revealed pain and edema in the right and left tibial-tarsal radiculopathy and joints, and popliteal lymphadenomegaly. Further examinations were requested. The rapid test for FeLV was positive. The hemogram showed neutrophilia. The presence of suggestive alterations for polyarthritis was observed in the radiograph. The cytology result showed the presence of neutrophil and lymphocyte infiltration, without the presence of infectious agents. The histopathological examination of the bone fragments of the calcaneus showed osteomyelitis and osteonecrosis. It is concluded that the feline leukemia virus induced a chronic condition of polyarthritis, a rare condition that led to several joint and bone changes in the animal.

Doença intestinal inflamatória em felino / Inflammatory bowel disease in feline

Inflammatory bowel disease is a term that designates a set of pathologies mediated by the immune system. The objective of this work is to present a case report that shows the intestinal inflammatory bowel disease in a feline of 12 years. The animal had a history of chronic vomiting and progressive weight loss. Complete blood count, biochemistry and ultrasound were requested, showing anemia, leukocytosis with neutrophilia, normal biochemistry and ultrasonographic appearance compatible with advanced inflammatory disease or neoplasia. A supportive treatment was prescribed until exploratory laparotomy and incisional biopsy were performed. Reactive mesentery, lymphadenomegaly, severe thickening of the jejunal walls were found. Histopathology revealed a plasmacytic infiltrate in lamina propria and a greater amount of intraepithelial lymphocytes. It was prescribed a treatment with prednisolone, cobalamin supplementation and hypoallergenic diet. After 21 days, there was remission of clinical signs.

Doença intestinal inflamatória em felino / Inflammatory bowel disease in feline

Inflammatory bowel disease is a term that designates a set of pathologies mediated by the immune system. The objective of this work is to present a case report that shows the intestinal inflammatory bowel disease in a feline of 12 years. The animal had a history of chronic vomiting and progressive weight loss. Complete blood count, biochemistry and ultrasound were requested, showing anemia, leukocytosis with neutrophilia, normal biochemistry and ultrasonographic appearance compatible with advanced inflammatory disease or neoplasia. A supportive treatment was prescribed until exploratory laparotomy and incisional biopsy were performed. Reactive mesentery, lymphadenomegaly, severe thickening of the jejunal walls were found. Histopathology revealed a plasmacytic infiltrate in lamina propria and a greater amount of intraepithelial lymphocytes. It was prescribed a treatment with prednisolone, cobalamin supplementation and hypoallergenic diet. After 21 days, there was remission of clinical signs.(AU)