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Feline demodicosis caused by Demodex cati is a rare parasitic disease, characterized by local or generalized dermatitis and less commonly by otitis. A feline, male, castrated, mixed breed, 11 years old, presented progressive cervical pruritus with alopecia in the caudolateral region of the right ear and mild erythema, abrasions, brownish ceruminous secretion and otopodal reflex. He had a history of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) infection and feline gingivitis stomatitis complex (GSC), in addition to continuous use of prednisolone. In the parasitological examination of the cerumen, different stages of Demodex sp. were found. Genetic sequencing revealed 99.33% homology for D. cati. Therapy with imidacloprid and moxidectin in spot-on formulation, in two doses at 30-day intervals, promoted remission of clinical signs and elimination of the mite.

A demodicose felina por Demodex cati é uma doença parasitária rara, caracterizada por dermatite local ou generalizada e menos comumente por otite. Felino, macho, castrado, sem raça definida, de 11 anos, apresentou prurido cervical progressivo com alopecia em região caudolateral à orelha direita e eritema leve, escoriações, secreção ceruminosa amarronzada e reflexo otopodal. Apresentava histórico de infecção pelo vírus da imunodeficiência felina (FIV) e complexo gengivite-estomatite felina (CGEF), além de uso contínuo de prednisolona. No exame parasitológico do cerúmen, foram encontrados diferentes estágios de Demodex sp. O sequenciamento genético revelou 99,33% de homologia para D. cati. A terapia com imidacloprida e moxidectina em formulação spot-on, em duas doses, com intervalos de 30 dias, promoveu a remissão dos sinais clínicos e a eliminação do ácaro.

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Parasitic otitis in cattle is normally caused by nematodes of the genus Rhabditis spp. and is a common problem in Gir breed. Parasitic otitis can cause premature culling and even death of animals. Despite its importance, there is no effective standardized treatment protocol for this condition. The objective of this study was to evaluate two treatments for parasitic otitis caused by Rhabditis spp. in Gir cattle. The external left ear of the animals was washed with 2% boricated alcohol, while the right ear received topical application of Triclorfon, allantoin and zinc oxide paste. The treatments were performed weekly in the first month and monthly over the next two months. Monthly, the ears of all animals were washed under pressure with a physiological solution before treatment. The recovered solution was analyzed, and the number of nematodes counted. Neither treatment was effective in reducing the number of nematodes recovered or the otitis score, but weekly treatment seemed more promising, independent of the drug used.

A otite parasitária em bovinos é provocada normalmente por nematoides do gênero Rhabditis spp. e é um problema comum na raça Gir. A otite parasitária pode causar o descarte prematuro e até a morte de animais. Apesar de sua importância, não existe um protocolo de tratamento eficaz padronizado para essa condição. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar dois tratamentos para otite parasitária causada por Rhabditis spp. em gado Gir. Animais afetados tiveram a orelha externa esquerda lavada com álcool boricado a 2%, enquanto a orelha direita recebeu aplicação tópica de triclorfon, alantoína e pasta de óxido de zinco. Os tratamentos foram realizados semanalmente no primeiro mês e mensalmente nos dois meses seguintes. Mensalmente, as orelhas de todos os animais foram lavadas sob pressão com solução fisiológica antes do tratamento. A solução recuperada foi analisada, e o número de nematódeos contado. Nenhum dos tratamentos foi eficaz na redução do número de nematoides recuperados ou do escore de otite, mas o tratamento semanal parece ser mais promissor, independentemente da droga utilizada.

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The study evaluated and compared macro- and microscopic changes in the auricular cartilage of rabbits, cattle, and pigs following exhumation at different postmortem intervals (PMI). Eight samples corresponding to 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 150 days after exhumation were obtained from all rabbit ears, and twelve samples corresponding to 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 50, 60, and 150 days after exhumation were obtained from all cattle and pig ears. The weight loss of the rabbit ear samples remained higher than that of the cattle and pig ear samples at all PMIs. At 60 days, the average weight loss of cattle and pig ear samples did not differ significantly (p>0.05). The loss of area of the samples was similar among the three species at most PMIs (p>0.05). At 150 days, all cattle samples were completely decomposed, unlike the pig and rabbit samples. Microscopic analysis of the cartilage tinctorial affinity and loss of chondrocyte nuclei and tissue architecture demonstrated the worsening of postmortem changes over time, regardless of the animal species. Colonization by fungi and bacteria occurred earlier in the cattle and pig samples. The correlation of time with sample weight loss and cartilage thickness was strong, indicating the potential of these variables as parameters for PMI estimation. Therefore, postmortem examination of auricular cartilage can be used to estimate PMI.(AU)

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As malformações congênitas surgem no desenvolvimento embrionário e podem ser funcionais ou estruturais, afetando diversos órgãos e tecidos, podendo ter como causas fatores ambientais, genéticos ou iatrogênicos. Dentre essas malformações, pode-se citar a microtia, que se caracteriza pela malformação da pina, resultando em uma hipoplasia de pavilhão auricular externo, apresentando anormalidade no tamanho, contorno ou ausência total da aurícula e lóbulo, condição que na maioria dos casos é unilateral e resulta em perda auditiva, especialmente quando associada à atresia do canal auditivo. O objetivo deste trabalho foi relatar os principais achados clínicos em um caso de microtia e atresia do conduto auricular externo, congênito em um bovino no estado do Amazonas-BR. Foi atendido pelo Serviço Médico Veterinário do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Amazonas - IFAM, campus Lábrea, uma bezerra mestiça (Jersey + Girolando), para manejo neonatal. Durante o exame físico do animal foi observada alteração anatômica na pina esquerda, caracterizada por microtia de pina e ausência do conduto auditivo externo. Não foram observadas alterações anatômicas na orelha direita. Este caso destaca a necessidade de exame físico e avaliação clínica minuciosa em neonatos, pois anomalias auditivas podem não apresentar sinais neurológicos evidentes.(AU)

Congenital malformations arise during embryonic development and can be functional or structural, affecting various organs and tissues, and may be caused by environmental, genetic, or iatrogenic factors. Among these malformations, microtia can be mentioned, which is characterized by malformation of the pinna, resulting in hypoplasia of the external ear, which presents as an abnormality in the size, contour, or total absence of the auricle and lobe, a condition that in most cases is unilateral and often results in hearing loss, especially when associated with atresia of the auditory canal. The objective of this study was to report the main clinical findings in a case of microtia and atresia of the external ear canal, congenital in a bovine in the state of Amazonas. A crossbred (Jersey + Girolando) heifer was treated by the Veterinary Medical Service of the Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Amazonas - IFAM, Lábrea campus, for neonatal management. During the physical examination of the animal, an anatomical alteration was observed in the left pinna, characterized by pinna microtia and the absence of the external auditory canal. No anatomical alterations were observed in the right ear. This case highlights the need for thorough physical examination and clinical evaluation in neonates, as hearing anomalies may not present with obvious neurological signs.(AU)

Las malformaciones congénitas surgen en el desarrollo embrionario y pueden ser funcionales o estructurales, afectando diversos órganos y tejidos, y pueden ser causadas por factores ambientales, genéticos o iatrogénicos. Entre estas malformaciones podemos mencionar la microtia, que se caracteriza por la malformación del pabellón auricular, dando lugar a una hipoplasia del pabellón auricular externo, presentando una anomalía en el tamaño, contorno o ausencia total del pabellón auricular y lóbulo de la oreja, condición que en la mayoría En algunos casos es unilateral y produce pérdida de audición, especialmente cuando se asocia con atresia del canal auditivo. El objetivo de este trabajo fue relatar los principales hallazgos clínicos en un caso de microtia y atresia del conducto auditivo externo, congénita en un bovino en el estado de Amazonas-BR. Un ternero mestizo (Jersey + Girolando) fue atendido por el Servicio Médico Veterinario del Instituto Federal de Educación, Ciencia y Tecnología de Amazonas - IFAM, campus Lábrea, para manejo neonatal. Durante el examen físico del animal se observaron cambios anatómicos en el pabellón auricular izquierdo, caracterizados por microtia del pabellón auricular y ausencia del conducto auditivo externo. No se observaron cambios anatómicos en el oído derecho. Este caso resalta la necesidad de un examen físico y una evaluación clínica exhaustiva en los recién nacidos, ya que las anomalías auditivas pueden no presentar signos neurológicos obvios.(AU)

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The external ear extends from the pinna to the tympanic membrane, where it is supported and shaped by an arrangement of cartilages including the conchal, annular, scutiform, and external acoustic meatus. Environmental exposure can often lead to diseases of the external ear canal in animals. In horses, otitis primarily occurs due to infestation by ectoparasites, promoting local inflammation and infection. Chronic conditions can result in ear deformation, including auricular canal stenosis. While operative techniques for treating auricular stenosis are known, they are limited to companion animals, with few reports on horses. This study aimed to describe the modified lateral resection technique of the ear canal, which is commonly performed in small animals, for treating auricular canal stenosis in six horses. As a methodology, the intertragic notch was used as a reference for the incision due to species disparity. The ear canal cartilage was dissected, followed by resection of the lateral wall and the cartilaginous flap adhered to the skin. Excess skin was removed, and the ear canal was sutured to the skin with nylon thread. Our results indicated a significant improvement in the treatment of otitis in the treated horses, demonstrating a favorable evolution in the healing process and resolution of bacterial infections in all cases. In conclusion, the use of the modified lateral resection technique of the ear canal was successful in all six treated horses, providing access to clinical treatment of the canal without any occurrences of recurrence or postoperative complications

A orelha externa se estende desde a pina até a membrana timpânica, onde sua sustentação e forma são garantidas pela disposição das cartilagens conchal, anular, escutiforme e meato acústico externo. Animais frequentemente apresentam doenças do canal auricular externo devido à exposição ambiental. Em equinos, a otite ocorre principalmente pela infestação de ectoparasitas favorecendo a inflamação e infecção local, que em condições crônicas, pode proporcionar deformações do ouvido, incluindo a estenose do canal auricular. Apesar de conhecidas, as técnicas operatórias indicadas na abordagem terapêutica de estenoses auriculares se limitam às espécies de animais de companhia, sendo escassos os relatos em equinos. Objetivou-se com esse trabalho descrever a técnica modificada de ressecção lateral do conduto auditivo, amplamente realizada em pequenos animais, no tratamento de estenose do canal auricular em seis equinos. Como metodologia, devido a disparidade entre espécies, utilizou-se a incisura intertrágica como referência para a incisão. Realizou-se a dissecção da cartilagem do canal auditivo, seguido pela ressecção da parede lateral e do retalho cartilaginoso aderido à pele. Foi removido o excesso de pele e suturado o canal auditivo à pele com fio de nylon. Os resultados obtidos indicaram melhora significativa na condução do tratamento de otite dos equinos tratados, demonstrando evolução favorável no processo de cicatrização e resolução das infecções bacterianas em todos os casos. Concluiu-se que a utilização da técnica de ressecção lateral do canal auditivo foi bem-sucedida nos seis animais tratados deste trabalho, promovendo o acesso para tratamento clínico do conduto, sem ocorrência de recidiva ou complicações pós-operatórias

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A combinação das técnicas cirúrgicas de ablação total do conduto auditivo com osteotomia lateral da bula (TECA-LBO) é considerada tratamento cirúrgico preferencial para cães e gatos com neoplasia auricular, colesteatoma, trauma grave do canal auditivo e otite externa crônica com otite média concomitante não responsiva ao tratamento médico. Objetiva-se a remoção completa do canal auditivo e epitélio auditivo da bula timpânica. O presente relato de caso descreve a apresentação clínica, tratamento cirúrgico e prognóstico de uma cadela da raça Cocker Spaniel, de nove anos de idade, apresentando carcinoma de glândula sebácea em conduto auditivo de evolução rápida e agressiva, associado à neoplasia mamária extensa. Esta foi tratada com ablação total do conduto auditivo (TECA) e osteotomia da bula lateral (LBO) direita, seguida de mastectomia e ovariossalpingohisterectomia. O método utilizado como tratamento promoveu excelente resultado, não sendo relatadas e visualizadas sequelas neurológicas e complicações decorrentes da cirurgia na paciente até o presente momento, totalizando 210 dias de pós-operatório.

The combination of surgical techniques of total ear canal ablation combined with lateral bulla osteotomy (TECA-LBO) are considered the gold standard surgical treatment for dogs and cats with ear neoplasia, cholesteatoma, severe trauma to the ear canal, and chronic external otitis with concomitant otitis media unresponsive to medical treatment. The aim is the complete removal of the ear canal and ear epithelium of the tympanic bulla. This case report describes the clinical presentation, surgical treatment and prognosis of a female Cocker Spaniel, 9 years old, presenting a sebaceous gland carcinoma in the ear canal with a fast and aggressive evolution, associated with extensive mammary neoplasia. The patient was treated with total ablation of the ear canal (TECA) and osteotomy of the right lateral bulla (LBO), followed by mastectomy and ovariohysterectomy. The method used as treatment provided excellent results, with no reports or visualization of neurological sequelae and complications from the surgery in the patient to date.

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Background: Otitis in farm animals' compromises health and well-being, leading to economic losses, risk of herd infection and poor performance. In sheep, otitis is usually of bacterial or parasitic origin. Surgical treatment is routinely used in small animal practice, and it is also reported in the horses. Nevertheless, corrective surgery is considered an adjuvant to conservative therapy. Herein, we report the successful outcome in a case of otitis in sheep treated surgically by the technique of resection of the lateral auditory canal (Zepp procedure). Case: A 4-year-old crossbred ewe weighing 43 kg was referred for hospital care. Anamnesis revealed the history of placing an identification earring approximately 90 days before in the affected ear, which was removed due to infection in the region. Physical evaluation was performed, revealing edema, fetid odor, purulent discharge, aural hematoma and pain when handling the right pinna. Neurological examination revealed moderate rotation of the head to the right side, but without signs of involvement of the vestibular system. Otological examination of the vertical auditory canal showed inflammation, wall fibrosis, complete obstruction and a purulent fistula in the inner part of the external ear, making it impossible to perform an otoscopic evaluation of the auditory canal. Conservative treatment by needle puncture was successful resolving the aural hematoma. Although otitis was refractory to 5-days of medical treatment (systemic antibiotics and topical wound cleaning). After this period, there was still otologic secretion and correct cleaning of the auditory canal was unfeasible due to the severe auditory canal narrowing. Therefore, surgical treatment by resection the lateral wall of the external auditory canal (Zepp technique) was performed. Both surgery and post-operatory period were uneventful, and there was complete healing with good aesthetic results. Hospital discharge occurred on the 18th day after surgery. The ewe was followed-up during 23-months after regress to the flock, and there was no otitis recurrence. Discussion: Probably, in the present case, the presence of contamination with inappropriate placement of the identification earring, promoted aural hematoma, infection and pruritus, favoring the stenosis of the external auditory canal and the chronicity of the otitis. Identification of sheep by earrings must comply with a series of recommendations, from the choice of the adequate earring to the follow-up after its placement. Clinical signs of external otitis in sheep may include head shaking, ear itching with attempts to scratch with the limbs, pain during ear handling, and excessive cerumen at the base of the ear canal, as observed on the sheep herein. Treatment of external otitis in sheep should start with a conservative approach through daily cleaning that may be combined with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory therapies. Surgical procedure is indicated in cases refractory to medical treatment, allowing adequate drainage and ventilation of the auditory canal. In the sheep herein, final outcome was considered good, considering the absence of surgical site infection, dehiscence and recurrence. Thus, we concluded that the technique of resection of the lateral auditory canal (Zepp procedure) was effective in the sheep of this report, and may be a good alternative for the treatment of chronic otitis in sheep.

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Estima-se que as otites externas estão presentes em 2 a 10% dos atendimentos na clínica de felinos, correspondendo a uma afecção clinicamente desafiadora nessa espécie. Diante disso, este trabalho tem como objetivo realizar um levantamento retrospectivo da ocorrência de otopatias em felinos no município de Fortaleza/CE, em um período de três anos, contribuindo para o estabelecimento do perfil epidemiológico da região. O estudo foi realizado através da coparticipação de médicos-veterinários dermatólogos e clínicos de felinos, sendo elaborado de forma retrospectiva avaliando-se fichas clínicas de gatos com histórico de otopatias. Os dados demonstraram uma maior frequência de otites associadas às causas infecciosas, com 30% dos gatos acometidos pela levedura Malassezia spp., 17% por bactérias do tipo cocos e 1% pelo fungo dimórfico Sporothix schencki, seguido de origem parasitária pelos ácaros Otodectes cynotis e Notoedres cati com 18% e 2% dos animais estudados, respectivamente. Na associação entre os patógenos, a maior incidência correspondeu à infecção mista por fungos e bactérias (17%). Tratando-se de raças, os SRD obtiveram uma maior frequência geral no estudo e gatos machos foram mais acometidos em relação às fêmeas. Logo, ressalta-se a importância de estudos retrospectivos para a saúde única, a partir do estabelecimento do perfil epidemiológico da região e da identificação de potenciais agentes zoonóticos.

It is estimated that external otitis accounts for 2 to 10% of attendances at to the feline clinics, corresponding to a clinically challenging condition in this species. This work aims to carry out a retrospective survey of the occurrence of otopathies in cats in the city of Fortaleza/Ce in a period of 3 years, contributing to the establishment of the epidemiological profile of the region. The study was carried out through the co-participation of veterinarians, dermatologists and feline clinicians, and was elaborated retrospectively by evaluating clinical records of cats with a history of ear diseases. The data showed a higher frequency of otitis associated with infectious causes, with 30% of cats affected by the yeast Malassezia spp., 17% by coccus-type bacteria, and 1% by the dimorphic fungus Sporothix schencki, followed by otitis of parasitic origin caused by the mites Otodectes cynotis and Notoedres cati, corresponding to 18% and 2% of the studied animals, respectively. In the association between pathogens, the highest incidence corresponded to mixed infection by fungi and bacteria (17%). Regarding the breeds, SRD presented a higher overall frequency in the study, and male cats were more affected than females. Therefore, the importance of retrospective studies for single health is emphasized, based on the establishment of the epidemiological profile of the region and the identification of potential zoonotic agents.

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Canine atopic dermatitis (cAD) is a worldwide allergic skin disease. The affected dog population can show different clinical patterns according to geographic region, and a lack of studies in Brazil is observed. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to assess the clinical and epidemiological data of cAD in dogs treated in a private clinical practice in Fortaleza, a city located in the Northeast Region of Brazil. cAD was diagnosed in 35% of dogs, being Shih-tzu and Poodle the most affected breeds. Paws and ears were frequently injured sites. Almost 50% of atopic dogs were diagnosed with superficial pyoderma and 36% with cutaneous malasseziosis. Atopic dogs with outdoor habits were less likely to develop cutaneous malassezial infection, and with routine ear, cleaning habits were less likely to develop bacterial otitis externa. In conclusion, canine atopic dermatitis is a prevalent disease in private clinical practice in Fortaleza, and lifestyle habits can be considered a risk factor for cutaneous malasseziosis infection and bacterial otitis externa in atopic dogs.

A dermatite atópica canina (DAC) é uma doença alérgica cutânea de ocorrência mundial. A população canina acometida pode apresentar diferentes padrões clínicos de acordo com a região geográfica e observa-se uma carência de estudos no Brasil. Portanto, o objetivo do presente estudo é avaliar os dados clínicos e epidemiológicos da DAC em cães atendidos em uma clínica privada em Fortaleza, cidade localizada na Região Nordeste do Brasil. A DAC foi diagnosticada em 35% dos cães, sendo Shih-tzu e Poodle as raças mais acometidas. As patas e as orelhas foram locais frequentemente afetados. Quase 50% dos cães atópicos foram diagnosticados com piodermite superficial e 36% com malasseziose cutânea. Cães atópicos com hábitos ao ar livre foram menos propensos a desenvolver malasseziose cutânea e com hábitos rotineiros de limpeza auricular foram menos propensos a desenvolver otite externa bacteriana. Em conclusão, a dermatite atópica canina é uma doença prevalente na prática clínica privada em Fortaleza e os hábitos de vida podem ser considerados como um fator de risco para infecção por malasseziose cutânea e otite externa bacteriana em cães atópicos.

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Morphological features are essential to assess neonates' viability. In order to characterize the morphology and biometry of newborn agouti, 36 animals born at 103 days of gestation under human care in Teresina-PI, Brazil were evaluated. After birth, the newborns were weighed on digital precision scales, measured with a flexible tape measure and their external morphology was assessed. The animals observed had coat color trait of adults, open eyes, hairs in the nasal region and four incisor teeth. The forelimbs had developed four digits and the hind limbs three digits, with white edged claws and a short hairless tail. The following were observed: weight of 144.58 ± 33.39g and lengths: crown-rump 14.73 ± 1.82cm, total 19.88 ± 1.52cm, head to tail 16.95 ± 1.55cm, head 7.33 ± 0.59cm, thoracic girth 11.78 ± 1.36cm, abdominal girth 10.73 ± 1.21cm, tail length 1.18 ± 0.25cm, eye diameter 1.27 ± 0.27cm and ear length 0.21 ± 0.35cm. The agoutis presented morphological maturity at birth with external morphology very similar to that of the adult animals. Most of the births in this species are the double type and newborns that weigh more than 90g have better chances of survival in captivity.

As características morfológicas são essenciais para avaliar a viabilidade dos neonatos. Para caracterizar a morfologia e biometria de cutias recém-nascidas, foram avaliados 36 animais nascidos aos 103 dias de gestação sob cuidados em Teresina-PI, Brasil. Após o nascimento, os recém-nascidos foram pesados em balança digital de precisão, medidos com fita métrica flexível e avaliada sua morfologia externa. Os animais observados apresentavam traço de pelagem de adultos, olhos abertos, pelos na região nasal e quatro dentes incisivos. Os membros anteriores desenvolveram quatro dedos e os membros posteriores três, com garras brancas afiadas e uma cauda curta e sem pêlos. Foram observados: peso de 144,58 ± 33,39g e comprimentos: garupa 14,73 ± 1,82cm, total 19,88 ± 1,52cm, cabeça a cauda 16,95 ± 1,55cm, cabeça 7,33 ± 0,59cm, perímetro torácico 11,78 ± 1,36cm, abdominal perímetro 10,73 ± 1,21 cm, comprimento da cauda 1,18 ± 0,25 cm, diâmetro do olho 1,27 ± 0,27 cm e comprimento da orelha 0,21 ± 0,35 cm. As cutias apresentaram maturidade morfológica ao nascimento com morfologia externa muito semelhante à dos animais adultos. A maioria dos nascimentos nesta espécie são do tipo duplo e recém-nascidos que pesam mais de 90g têm melhores chances de sobrevivência sob cuidados humanos.

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Colesteatoma aural é um cisto epidermoide preenchido por material escamoso, com conteúdo queratinótico e que se desenvolve no ouvido médio. A etiopatogenia não é totalmente esclarecida, mas infere-se que seja uma rara complicação da otite crônica média ou externa. Desta forma, trata-se de uma afecção incomum e, logo, pouco relatada em cães. Os exames de imagem, em especial a tomografia computadorizada, são ferramentas importantes para a abordagem diagnóstica. No entanto, a confirmação do colesteatoma aural é dada por meio da avaliação histopatológica. A principal modalidade terapêutica para tal afecção é a remoção cirúrgica da lesão. Diante disso, o objetivo deste trabalho foi é descrever um caso de colesteatoma aural em uma cadela com histórico de otite recorrente. Os achados clínicos e da tomografia computadorizada permitiram o planejamento terapêutico e o diagnóstico. Sendo assim, foi realizada a ablação do conduto auditivo esquerdo e a osteotomia ventral da bula timpânica. A cirurgia permitiu a colheita de material para o exame histopatológico, o qual constatou colesteatoma aural. O tratamento possibilitou a remissão completa dos sinais clínicos e a resolução definitiva da otite recorrente.

Aural cholesteatoma is an epidermoid cyst filled with squamous material with keratinotic content that develops in the middle ear. The etiopathogenesis is not fully understood, but it is inferred that it is a rare complication of chronic otitis media or external. Thus, it is an uncommon condition and, therefore, little reported in dogs. Imaging tests, especially computed tomography, are important tools for the diagnostic approach. However, the confirmation of aural cholesteatoma is given through histopathological evaluation. The main therapeutic modality for this condition is the surgical removal of the lesion. Thus, this study aimed to describe a case of aural cholesteatoma in a bitch with a history of recurrent otitis. Clinical and computed tomography findings allowed for therapeutic and diagnostic planning. Therefore, the ablation of the left ear canal and the ventral osteotomy of the tympanic bulla were performed. The surgery allowed the collection of material for the histopathological examination, which determined cholesteatoma aural. The treatment allowed the complete remission of clinical signs and the definitive resolution of the recurrent otitis.

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Otitis externa is one of the most frequent diseases in the clinical routine of dogs and cats, and they can be caused by several associated factors. Due to incorrect use of antimicrobial products, the treatment and control of otitis have become challenging. This study aims to analyze the results of otological exams at the Laboratory of Microbiology HV-ULBRA in 2020 and demonstrate the profile of patients and isolated bacteria. Staphylococcus was the main genus isolated, and 71,11% of samples showed multi-drug resistance to antimicrobial testing. These results indicate the need to use complementary examinations to control otitis externa.(AU)

A otite externa é um das enfermidades mais frequentes na rotina clínica de cães e gatos e pode ser causada por diversos fatores associados. Devido ao uso incorreto de antimicrobianos, o tratamento e o controle das otites se tornaram desafiadores. O objetivo desse estudo é analisar os resultados dos exames otológicos encaminhados ao Laboratório de Microbiologia HV-ULBRA em 2020 e, além disso, delinear o perfil dos pacientes e das bactérias isoladas. Staphylococcus foi o principal gênero isolado e 71,11% das amostras apresentou multirresistência aos antimicrobianos testados. Esses resultados evidenciam a necessidade do uso de exames complementares para controle das otites externas.(AU)

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Background: The diagnostic of neoplasia in dogs has risen significantly in the last years and this fact is mostly attributed to the longer life expectancy of these animals, which contributes to a greater chance of exposure to carcinogenic agents. In between the diverse tumors that could compromise skin, the mastocytoma is the third most commonly diagnosed neoplasia. It is characterized by being a form of neoplasia with round cells, these being the mast cells. The objective of the present study consisted in relating a case of cutaneous mastocytoma in a 7-year-old bitch mixed-breed treated at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital of the University of Uberaba (UNIUBE) - Uberaba, MG, Brazil. Case: The bitch initially presented a localized nodule external to the right ear pinna with cytology test suggesting a mastocytoma. The nodule was surgically removed and, posteriorly, an histopatholgy was not requested. After 5 months since the emergence of the nodule and a month after its surgical resection, the tutor noticed the presence of a new growth in the ipsilateral cervical region to the previous nodule. At this moment, the responsible veterinarian decided to refer the animal to an oncologist. During the appointment with the oncologist, alterations such as hyporexia and anemia were related, and the presence of a nodule in the right cervical region measuring 4.5 to 4 cm of diameter was verified. Material for cytologic evaluation of the neoplasia was collected and again the result suggested a mastocytoma. The new tumor was also surgically removed but was then referred to histopathological evaluation for diagnostic confirmation, grading and evaluation of surgical margins. The tumor was classified as an infiltrative subcutaneous mastocytoma presenting, additionally, compromised surgical margins. After its excision, the association with a chemotherapy treatment using a protocol of Vimblastina 2 mg/m², i.v. in unique dosage per section, associated with Predinisona 1 mg/kg, v.o, SID was indicated. Each section was realized with an interval of 7 days in between. Only 2 chemotherapy sessions took place. Because of the worsening of the clinical condition associated with a very weakened animal the veterinarian opted for the euthanasia of the animal. Discussion: The diagnostic of mastocytoma must be realized through the association of cytology and histopathology, in case histopathological evaluation is needed to confirm the obtained cytology result, to grade the tumor and to evaluate the compromising of surgical margins. In this sense, it was observed that the bitch was submitted only to cytology diagnostic when it presented the nodule in the ear pavilion. Yet, at the second approach realized by the oncologist, it was possible to realize adequate diagnose methods. However, the animal was not submitted to clinical staging of the mastocytoma due to the non-authorization of the exam by the tutor. Such measure is very important, as it reflects directly in the treatment and prognostic of the animal. Thus, image exams such as abdominal ultrasonography and chest X-ray should have been realized, as well as cytological and histopathological evaluation of the regional lymph nodes, in order to search for metastasis points in these places. As the data suggests, the importance of clinical staging of animals affected by this neoplasia and the importance of cytological evaluation associated with histopathology for a correct diagnosis, prognosis and mastocytoma treatment is noted. It is emphasized that many times veterinarians face impediment related to requesting all necessary exams coming from tutors, which compromises treatment success.

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El objetivo de este estudio fue identificar la microbiota y describir el perfil de sensibilidad de las bacterias a los antimicrobianos en perros con otitis externa tratados en un hospital veterinario. Para ello, se analizaron 559 muestras otológicas de perros con clínica de otitis externa sometidas a cultivo y antibiograma. Hubo crecimiento de microorganismos en el 93,6% (523/559) de las muestras, y en el 88,5% (463/523) hubo crecimiento de bacterias, 5,7% (30/523) de levaduras y 5,7% (30/523) infecciones mixtas. Se obtuvieron 702 cepas, Staphylococcus spp. 55,1% (387/702), Pseudomonas spp. 11,8% (83/702) y Proteus mirabilis 9,8% (69/702) los agentes bacterianos más aislados. Entre las levaduras, Malassezia pachydermatis 10,3% (54/523) fue la más frecuente. En cuanto a los resultados del perfil de sensibilidad de las bacterias a los antimicrobianos, se observó que las bacterias Gram positivas Staphylococcus spp. y Streptococcus spp. mostraron mayor sensibilidad a amoxicilina + ácido clavulánico, con 92,5% y 100% de cepas sensibles. Las bacterias gram negativas Pseudomonas spp., P. mirabilis y Escherichia coli, presentaron sensibilidad mayor al 90% a la tobramicina. Entre todos los agentes bacterianos, Pseudomonas spp. fue el que mostró mayores tasas de resistencia frente a amoxicilina + ácido clavulánico (6,2%), cefalexina (7,4%) y sulfametoxazol + trimetoprima (13,6%)...

The objective of this work was to identify the microbial etiology and describe the sensitivity profile of bacteria to antimicrobials in dogs with otitis externa attended at a veterinary school hospital. For this, 559 otological samples from dogs with clinical signs of otitis externa submitted to culture and antibiogram were analyzed. There was growth of microorganisms in 93.6% (523/559) of the samples, and in 88.5% (463/523) there was the growth of bacteria, in 5.7% (30/523) the growth of yeasts and 5.7% (30/523) mixed infections. 702 strains were obtained, being Staphylococcus spp. 55.1% (387/702), Pseudomonas spp. 11.8% (83/702) and Proteus mirabilis 9.8% (69/702) the most isolated bacterial agents. Among yeasts, Malassezia pachydermatis 10.3% (54/523) was the most frequent. Regarding the results of the sensitivity profile of bacteria to antimicrobials, it was observed that Gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. showed greater sensitivity to amoxicillin + clavulanic acid, with 92.5% and 100% of sensitive strains. Gram-negative bacteria Pseudomonas spp., P. mirabilis and Escherichia coli, presented sensitivity greater than 90% to tobramycin. Among all bacterial agents, Pseudomonas spp. was the one that demonstrated the highest resistance rates against amoxicillin + clavulanic acid (6.2%), cephalexin (7.4%) and sulfamethoxazole + trimethoprim (13.6%)...

O objetivo deste trabalho foi identificar a etiologia microbiana e descrever o perfil de sensibilidade das bactérias aos antimicrobianos em cães com otite externa atendidos em serviço hospitalar médico veterinário. Para isso, foram analisadas 559 amostras otológicas de cães com sinais clínicos de otite externa submetidas à cultura e antibiograma. Houve crescimento de microrganismos em 93,6% (523/559) das amostras, sendo que em 88,5% (463/523) houve crescimento de bactérias, 5,7% (30/523) crescimento de leveduras e 5,7% (30/523) infecções mistas. Foram obtidas 702 cepas, sendo Staphylococcus spp. 55,1% (387/702), Pseudomonas spp. 11,8% (83/702) e Proteus mirabilis 9,8% (69/702) os agentes bacterianos mais isolados. Dentre as leveduras, Malassezia pachydermatis 10,3% (54/523) foi a mais freqüente. Em relação aos resultados do perfil de sensibilidade das bactérias aos antimicrobianos, observou-se que as bactérias Gram-positivas Staphylococcus spp. e Streptococcus spp. apresentaram maior sensibilidade a amoxicilina + ácido clavulânico, com 92,5% e 100% das cepas sensíveis. Já as bactérias Gram-negativas Pseudomonas spp., P. mirabilis e Escherichia coli, apresentaram sensibilidade superior a 90% a tobramicina. Dentre todos os agentes bacterianos, Pseudomonas spp. foi o que demonstrou as maiores taxas de resistência frente a amoxicilina + ácido clavulânico (6,2%), cefalexina (7,4%) e...

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Skin and cartilage have been the main source for the recovery of somatic cells to be used in conservation strategies in wild mammals. In this sense, an important step for the cryopreservation of these samples is to recognize the properties of the skin and cartilage. Thus, knowing that the skin may differ among species and aiming to contribute to the establishment of cryobanks, the study examined the differences in the ear skin and cartilage of wild rodents from South America, agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) and spix's yellow-toothed cavy (Galea spixii). Ultrastructural and quantitative methods were used to measure skin and cartilage thickness, density of collagen and elastic fibers, cell type number and distribution, and proliferative activity. Although ultrastructural analysis revealed a similar pattern between species, morphometric analysis of the skin and cartilage showed differences between agoutis and cavies regarding thickness of epidermis layers (corneum: 5.3±2.5μm vs. 3.9±0.6μm; intermediate: 16.4±6.2μm vs. 23.4±8.1μm; basal: 9.9±2.1μm vs. 4.8±0.5μm), dermis (183.1±44.0μm vs. 258.2±22.9μm), total skin (211.8±46.0μm vs. 290.3±23.7μm) and perichondrium (27.6±6.1μm vs. 10.5±1.8μm). A greater number of epidermal cells (61.7±15.2 vs. 24.8±7.6) and chondrocytes (32.7±9.0 vs. 27.5±4.7) were observed in agouti, while the cavy presented a greater number of melanocytes (12.6±4.7 vs. 29.9±6.2), keratinocytes (14.7±4.2 vs. 29.8±7.6), and fibroblasts (103.6±24.7 vs. 112.2±11.3). Moreover, a higher percentage of collagen fibers and proliferative activity was observed in the skin of cavies, when compared to the skin of agoutis. Therefore, there are differences between agouti and cavy for ear skin and cartilage, requiring the establishment of species-specific cryopreservation protocols.(AU)

A pele e cartilagem têm sido uma importante fonte de recuperação de células somáticas a serem utilizadas em estratégias de conservação em mamíferos silvestres. Nesse contexto, uma importante etapa para criopreservação é conhecer, inicialmente, as propriedades que compõem a pele e cartilagem. Sabendo, então, que a pele pode diferir-se entre espécies e com o objetivo de contribuir para o estabelecimento de criobancos, o estudo evidenciou as diferenças da pele e da cartilagem do pavilhão auricular apical de cutias (Dasyprocta leporina) e preás (Galea spixii) que são roedores silvestres presentes na América do Sul. Para tanto, métodos ultraestruturais e quantitativos foram utilizados para mensurar a espessura da pele e da cartilagem, densidade de fibras colágenas e elásticas, número e distribuição dos tipos celulares e atividade proliferativa. Embora as propriedades ultraestruturais em cutias e preás tenham se mostrado semelhantes, avaliações acerca da morfometria da pele e da cartilagem demonstrou diferenças, especialmente nas camadas epidérmicas (córnea: 5,3±2,5μm vs. 3,9±0,6μm; espinhosa: 16,4±6,2μm vs. 23,4±8,1μm; basal: 9,9±2,1μm vs. 4,8±0,5μm), derme (183,1±44,0μm vs. 258,2±22,9μm), pele total (211,8±46,0μm vs. 290,3±23,7μm) e pericôndrio (27,6±6,1μm vs. 10,5±1,8μm). Além disso, um número maior de células epidérmicas (61,7±15,2 vs. 24,8±7,6) e condrócitos (32,7±9,0 vs. 27,5±4,7) foram observados em cutias, enquanto em preás um maior número de melanócitos (12,6±4,7 vs. 29,9±6,2), queratinócitos (14,7±4,2 vs. 29,8±7,6) e fibroblastos (103,6±24,7 vs. 112,2±11,3) foram evidenciados. Ainda, em preás, uma maior porcentagem de fibras colágenas e da atividade proliferativa foram observadas quando comparadas a pele de cutias. Portanto, existem diferenças entre cutias e preás para pele e cartilagem do pavilhão auricular, exigindo desta forma um estabelecimento de protocolos de criopreservação específica para cada uma destas espécies.(AU)

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Background: Otitis is a severe inflammation of the skin of the auditory canal which can impact animals of all ages. Insheep, this disease can occur in isolated cases or in the entire flock. Laser photobiomodulation can be used in combination with medication or as single therapy and the effects are analgesia, modulation of the inflammatory process, edemareduction, tissue restoration and stimulation of local microcirculation. Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy stands out asa promising alternative to antimicrobial drugs for the treatment of localized infections. This study aimed to report the useof laser phototherapies on a sheep with bacterial otitis.Case: A case of bacterial otitis in a 4-year-old sheep, Dorper, was treated at the Veterinary Hospital of the State Universityof Santa Cruz. In the anamnesis, the owner reported that the patient presented crusts in the auricular pavilions, and hadbeen medicated with oxytetracycline 20%, administered intramuscularly, for two days and the crusts cleaned with iodine10%, but the animal did not present clinical improvement. On physical examination, the animal presented constant headswaying, edema of the ears, otalgia, enlarged parotid lymph nodes and ear wounds. No ear discharge was observed, andthe initial diagnosis was aural hematoma. The treatment prescribed was laser photobiomodulation for three consecutivedays. The lesions were irradiated with a diode laser with a power of 0.1 W, irradiance of 3.5 W/cm2, continuous emission,spot area of 0.028 cm2, wavelength of 808 nm, energy of 4J/point, and fluency/point of 142.8J/cm2, with seven pointson the external surface and four points on the internal surface of both ears. Two points were also targeted on the parotidlymph nodes with infrared laser (λ = 808 nm), with energy of 2J/point. On the fourth day of hospitalization, there was areduction in lesions, decreased edema and absence of pain and on the sixth day...

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Canine otitis externa is a disease that affects the external acoustic meatus of about 20% of dogs at some point in life, without predilection for race, age, or sex. It is a multifactorial disease whose etiology involves several microorganisms, detaching Staphylococcus aureus. Antimicrobials are the basis for treating this illness; however, due to the increase in antimicrobial resistance, conventional drugs have become ineffective, requiring the search for alternative therapies. In this context, essential oils (EOs) have great therapeutic potential due to their broad antimicrobial action. This study aimed to evaluate the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) in order to measure the MIC50 and MIC90 of gentamicin and EOs of Eugenia caryophyllata, Thymus vulgaris, Cymbopogon winterianus, Cymbopogon citratus, and Cinnamomum cassia against 62 Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from the external acoustic meatus of dogs. All EOs showed antibacterial action against the studied microorganisms, and their MIC50 and MIC90 were as follows: Eugenia caryophyllata, 2.42 mg mL-1 and 7.25 mg mL-1; Thymus vulgaris, 9.51 mg mL-1 and 22.94 mg mL-1; Cymbopogon winterianus, 26.78 mg mL-1 and 157.79 mg mL-1; Cinnamomum cassia and Cymbopogon citratus, lower than 16.48 and 27.81 mg mL-1, with the same MIC for all isolates. The MIC50 and MIC90 found for gentamicin were 1µg mL-1 and 8 µg mL-1. The MIC range found to antibiotic in this assay was 0.5 µg mL-1 to 128 µg mL-1, and the isolates were classified as susceptible [48 strains (77.41%) - MIC range of 0.5-4.0 µg mL-1], intermediate [eight strains (12.90%) - (MIC = 8.0 µg mL-1], or resistant [six strains (9.68%) - MIC ≥ 16 µg mL-1]. The results, according to the in vitro assays, showed that resistance to gentamicin, one of the antimicrobials most commonly used to treat canine otitis, is present in the Staphylococcus aureus population evaluated. Additionally, the tested EOs have great potential for therapeutic use, however future studies should be carried out to evaluate their in vivo efficacy.(AU)

A otite canina externa é uma doença que afeta o meato acústico externo de até 20% dos cães em algum período de suas vidas, sem predileção por raça, idade ou sexo. Trata-se de uma doença multifatorial que tem Staphylococcus aureus como um dos principais agentes etiológicos. Antimicrobianos constituem a base para o tratamento desta enfermidade, entretanto, devido ao incremento da resistência antimicrobiana, os fármacos convencionais tem se tornado pouco eficazes, o que requer a busca por terapias alternativas. Neste contexto, os óleos essenciais (OE) apresentam grande potencial terapêutico devido a sua ampla ação antimicrobiana. Este trabalho visou detectar a concentração inibitória mínima (CIM), a partir da qual foram obtidos os índices de MIC50 e MIC90 para a gentamicina e para os OE de Eugenia caryophyllata, Thymus vulgaris, Cymbopogon winterianus, Cymbopogon citratus e Cinnamomum cassia contra 62 Staphylococcus aureus isolados do meato acústico externo de cães otopatas. Todos os OE mostraram ação antibacteriana contra os microrganismos estudados e foram detectadas as seguintes CIM50 e CIM90: Eugenia caryophyllata, 2,42 mg mL-1 e 7,45 mg mL-1; Thymus vulgaris, 9,51 mg mL-1 e 22,94 mg mL-1; Cymbopogon winterianus, 26,78 mg mL-1 e 157,79 mg mL-1; Cinnamomum cassia e Cymbopogon citratus com CIM menores que 16,48 e 27,81 mg mL-1, respectivamente já que estes apresentaram CIM única para todos os isolados testados. Para a gentamicina, foram obtidas CIM50 e CIM90 1µg mL-1 e 8 µg/m, respectivamente. Ademais, a faixa de CIM encontrada para o antibiótico variou de 0,5 a 128 µg mL-1, e os isolados foram classificados em susceptíveis [48 isolados (77,41%) - CIM na faixa de 0,5-4 µg mL-1], intermediários [8 isolados (12,90%) - (CIM = 8µg mL-1] e resistentes [6 isolados (9,68%) - CIM ≥16]. Os resultados encontrados mostraram que os micro-organismos testados tem potencial para desenvolver resistência antimicrobiana a terapêutica tradicional e que os OE, de acordo com os resultados in vitro, apresentam potencial de uso terapêutico, entretanto futuros estudos devem ser realizados para avaliar a eficácia dos OE in vivo.(AU)

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Abstract The present study was conducted to explore morphometric variations of Pteropus medius (the Indian flying fox) and the roosting trees in Lower Dir, Pakistan. The bats were captured from Morus alba, Morus nigra, Brousonetia papyrifera, Pinus raxburghii, Hevea brasiliensis, Platanus orientalis, Populous nigra, Melia azedarach, Eucalyptus camaldulensis and Grevillea robusta through sling shot and mess net methods. A total of 12 bats were studied for the differential morphological features based on age and sex. Male bats were recorded higher in weight than females. The variations were found in body mass (821.1±34.65gm), circumference of body with wings (25.43±0.39cm), wingspan (112.58±1.90cm), Body length (20.73±0.68cm), Snout length (3.42±0.04cm), Eye length (1.45±0.033cm), Length of ear (3.56±0.05cm), Width of ear (2.46±0.04cm), Length b/w ear (5.51±0.11cm), Circumference of neck (12.23±0.24cm), Circumference of body without wings (18.68±0.31cm), Arm wing length (23.2±1.03cm), Length of thumb (5.43±0.1cm), Length of nail (1.89±0.05cm), Hand wing length (29.1±0.51cm), Maximum width of wing (21.03±0.68cm), Length b/w tip of wing to 5th digit (29.39±0.30cm), Length b/w 5th digit to foot (22.97±1.09cm), Length b/w feet (18.31±0.74cm) and Length of foot claw (4.23±0.05cm). This study was designed for analysis of external morphological variations for P. medius (the Indian flying fox) that may help in identification of these bats and their roosting sites.

Resumo O presente estudo foi conduzido com o intuito de explorar variações morfométricas de Pteropus medius (raposa-voadora indiana) e árvores de repouso em Lower Dir, Paquistão. Os morcegos foram capturados de Morus alba, Morus nigra, Broussonetia papyrifera, Pinus roxburghii, Hevea brasiliensis, Platanus orientalis, Populus nigra, Melia azedarach, Eucalyptus camaldulensis e Grevillea robusta por meio de estilingues e redes. Doze morcegos foram estudados quanto às características morfológicas diferenciais com base na idade e no sexo. Os morcegos machos apresentaram maior peso do que as fêmeas. As variações foram encontradas em massa corporal (821,1 ± 34,65 g), circunferência do corpo com asas (25,43 ± 0,39 cm), envergadura (112,58 ± 1,90 cm), comprimento do corpo (20,73 ± 0,68 cm), comprimento do focinho (3,42 ± 0,04 cm), comprimento do olho (1,45 ± 0,033 cm), comprimento da orelha (3,56 ± 0,05 cm), largura da orelha (2,46 ± 0,04 cm), comprimento entre as orelhas (5,51 ± 0,11 cm), circunferência do pescoço (12,23 ± 0,24 cm), circunferência do corpo sem asas (18,68 ± 0,31 cm), comprimento da asa da pata dianteira (23,2 ± 1,03 cm), comprimento do polegar (5,43 ± 0,1 cm), comprimento da unha (1,89 ± 0,05 cm), comprimento da asa até a ponta do dedo (29,1 ± 0,51 cm), largura máxima da asa (21,03 ± 0,68 cm), comprimento entre a ponta da asa e o quinto dedo (29,39 ± 0,30 cm), comprimento entre o quinto dedo e a pata (22,97 ± 1,09 cm), comprimento entre as patas (18,31 ± 0,74 cm) e comprimento da garra da pata (4,23 ± 0,05 cm). Este estudo foi desenvolvido para análise de variações morfológicas externas de P. medius (raposa-voadora indiana) e pode auxiliar na identificação desses morcegos e seus locais de nidificação.

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Background: Otitis is a frequent condition in dogs, with a multifactorial etiology covering primary causes, predisposing and perpetuating factors. It is characterized by an inflammatory process of structures that make up the auditory system, with prevalence data ranging from 15 to 20%, which can occur in any age group and without sex predisposition. According to the location, it can be classified as uni or bilateral, affecting the outer, middle and / or inner ear, the latter two being associated with neurological changes such as vestibulopathy, facial nerve paresis and Horner's syndrome. The morbidity and mortality of otitis media and internal may increase with delay in diagnosis, resulting in delay in the correct treatment, and the extension to brainstem is described in felines and considered rare in dogs. The present study aims to report an atypical case of otitis media and internal, with extension to the brain parenchyma in a brachycephalic dog. Case: A 3-year-old bitch French Bulldog was seen, weighing 12 kg, with a history of vomiting, apathy, nystagmus, ataxia and acute evolution hemiparesis. As a result of adoption, it was not known about the animal's morbid past. On special physical and clinical examination, depressed mental status, changes in postural reactions, nostril stenosis with unilateral mucopurulent nasal discharge, corneal ulcer, palpebral and labial ptosis, absence of eyelid reflex and spontaneous strabismus were observed, all of these findings observed on the left side of the face. No signs of otitis external to otoscopy were found. The clinical signs found characterize left facial nerve paresis and peripheral and central vestibulopathy. Otitis media / internal and meningoencephalitis were suspected. Hemogram, serum biochemistry (glucose, urea, creatinine, alanine aminotransferase, total proteins, albumin, globulin, alkaline phosphatase, gamma glutamyltransferase, phosphorus, total bilirubin, cholesterol and total calcium), urinalysis, rapid tests for erlichiosis, anaplasms , borreliosis, heartworm, distemper and leishmaniasis, CSF analysis, neurological panel performed by PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) that tested the animal for Bartonellosis, Lyme Disease (Borrelia burgdorferi), Blastomyces dermatitidis, Cryptococcus sp., Virus West Nile, Distemper, Toxoplasmosis, Neosporose and Coccidioides sp. using conjunctival swab, whole blood, urine and CSF samples. The samples were negative for all of these tests. As an image exam, brain magnetic resonance was performed. In the latter, otitis media and left internal was observed with extension of the lesion to the brain parenchyma. CSF analysis showed cytological changes compatible with a non-suppurative inflammatory process, mild pleocytosis with predominantly mononuclear leukocyte infiltrate. As a form of treatment, antibiotic therapy and total ablation of the auditory canal with lateral bulectomy were performed, showing good results with reduced clinical symptoms. Discussion: It is concluded that although the diagnosis of otitis media and internal with extension to brainstem is more common in cats, it should be included as a differential for central vestibular disorders in dogs, and that the diagnosis together with early and effective treatment are important, since that the evolution of the infection to the central nervous system represents a risk to the patient.

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With a view to reducing stress and discomfort and improving the practicality of making temperature measurements on cats, the aim of this study was to evaluate the use of a tympanic infrared thermometer (TIT), which is an easy-to-use device for measuring temperatures quickly, comfortably and more hygienically. For this, were selected 120 domestic cats living in Sousa, Paraíba, northeastern Brazil. Among them, 100 were normothermic, ten were hypothermic and ten were hyperthermic. None of them had any clinical signs of external or internal otitis. The measurements using the digital thermometer were higher than those using the TIT (P < 0.05), in the normothermic and hyperthermic cats. In the hypothermic cats, there was no difference (P ≥ 0.05) in mean values from the three types of thermometer. The values obtained using the mercury thermometer did not differ (P ≥ 0.05) from the values obtained using the other thermometers. There was a strong positive correlation in almost all the evaluations between the three thermometers, except for digital versus TIT for hyperthermic cats (r < 0.75). Because of the discrepancy between the values obtained by the TIT and the digital rectal thermometer, we suggest that further studies should be carried out in order to establish a temperature correction table for the TIT, so that it can be better used in veterinary medicine.

Com o objetivo de reduzir o estresse, desconforto e melhorar a praticidade da medição da temperatura em gatos, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o uso de um termômetro timpânico infravermelho (TTI), que é um dispositivo de fácil utilização para medição de temperatura de forma rápida, confortável e higiênica. Para isso, foram selecionados 120 gatos domésticos criados no município de Sousa, Paraíba, Nordeste do Brasil. Dentre eles, 100 eram normotérmicos, dez hipotérmicos e dez hipertérmicos. Nenhum deles apresentava sinais clínicos de otite externa ou interna.