25° Encontro Acadêmico de Produção Científica do Curso de Medicina Veterinária (ENAVET)

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Omento maior e suas características como fonte alternativa de reparação tecidual em felinos domésticos: Revisão de literatura
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) MARES, Geovana Vitória; MANÇANARES, Celina Almeida Furlanetto
The greater omentum is a large fold of peritoneum that extends from the stomach and sits over the intestines, acting as an "apron" that covers and protects the abdominal organs. In addition to its protective and supportive function, the greater omentum has characteristics that make it useful in surgical procedures. During surgeries, it can be mobilized and used in techniques such as omentopexy to cover and protect areas of the abdomen. It can also be used as a flap to cover complex surgical wounds, aiding in healing and preventing complications. The rich vascularization of the greater omentum is what facilitates its ability to promote healing and recovery of the surrounding tissues. In addition, adhesive properties are evident in situations of infection or inflammation, and it can adhere to affected areas, limiting the spread of infection and helping to encapsulate problem areas, which contributes to a localized inflammatory response and a more efficient recovery. Therefore, the greater omentum is a versatile and valuable tool in correcting problems related to pseudo-healing, helping to significantly improve healing results and recovery after surgical procedures or complex skin injuries. The present study aims to perform a brief review of the characteristics and function related to the greater omentum as an alternative treatment in felines with pseudo-healing.
Maximizando a produção de milho com UTRISHA N®: um avanço sustentável na alimentação animal - Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) SANTOS, Bruna Pan dos; COSTA, Leonardo; VERDURICO, Lenita Camargo
Currently, the cereal with the largest production in the world is corn, and in Brazil, 46% of its total production is destined for animal feed. In animal nutrition, corn is used to feed both ruminants and non-ruminants and, despite not having much protein, it is an excellent source of energy. Therefore, to ensure that corn crops achieve good productivity, it is important to provide macronutrients such as nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium in adequate quantities, as they are required in greater quantities by plants. Thus, aiming at sustainable advancement in animal nutrition together with maximizing corn production, this review examines the use of Corteva Agriscience's commercial biological inoculant Utrisha N®, developed with the exclusive strain of Methylobacterium symbioticum, a Gram-negative, strictly aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium, which aims to reduce the application of nitrogen fertilizers, promoting sustainable agriculture, since, in addition to fixing atmospheric nitrogen, the product stimulates plant growth, reducing the need for fertilizers by up to 50% in certain crops. Measures like this not only promote agricultural efficiency, but also minimize environmental impact, highlighting the importance of sustainable agricultural practices in the production of animal feed.
Avaliação do exame coproparasitológico na gestão sanitária de fazendas produtoras de gado de corte: relato de caso
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) FERRI, Luis Daniel de Castro; SILVA, Vitor Montouro da; VARZIM, Fernanda Leme da Silva Bastos
Cattle slaughterhouses are considered one of the most important places for diagnosing diseases transmitted by animals. These diseases can be inflammatory, infectious, zoonotic and, in most cases, parasitic. Diseases of parasitic origin are rarely detected during ante mortem examinations because the animals often do not present major clinical signs to be observed at the time of inspection. Major economic losses often occur due to the disposal of organs and carcasses when affected by parasitic diseases. Therefore, the correct detection, sanitary control and treatment of parasitism on the farm itself is of great importance and value. To this end, the objective of this production was to evaluate fecal samples through coproparasitological examination of beef cattle confined on a farm, correlating them with the sanitary protocol used for these animals and the final certificate from the cattle slaughterhouse. After the positive results in these animals, and information, he made other rural producers, under the guidance of the veterinarian, use the same health protocol in a personalized way in their animals, in order to evaluate and prove its effectiveness, as well as reduce their economic losses, ensuring greater profitability when slaughtering their animals.
Análise macroscópica comparativa do intestino do Puma Concolor e Felis Catus
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) MARQUES, Mariana Nogueira; RIBEIRO, Camila; MANÇANARES, Celina Almeida Furlanetto; AIUB, Plinio Bruno; VITOR, Victório Jordão; ROSA, Ricardo Alexandre
This study compared the macroscopic anatomy of the intestine of domestic cats and the Puma concolor, which is one of the largest felines in Brazil, widely distributed throughout the country, and is highly relevant as a flagship animal that suffers enormous losses due to human action. Due to its extreme national importance, the study of its anatomy is essential for academic, clinical, surgical purposes and for actions to preserve it. Since the digestive system is one of the main agents for the homeostasis of an organism, anatomical knowledge of the intestine, the largest portion of this system, is essential. The intestine of felines is divided into the small intestine, composed of the duodenum, jejunum and ileum, and the large intestine, composed of the cecum, colon and rectum. This work aims to analyze, describe and catalog the morphology of the intestine of the puma (Puma concolor) to improve anatomical knowledge of this animal for a variety of needs, such as scientific work, clinical and surgical assistance, environmental and food management, and mainly to help preserve and conserve this species.
Cinomose em lobo guará Chrysocyon Brachyurus no Brasil
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) JOANA, Luana Passos; AIUB, Plinio Bruno
Canine distemper is a highly contagious multisystem disease transmitted by the canine distemper virus, which belongs to the Paramyxoviridae family and the Morbillivirus genus. Its main clinical signs consist of purulent oculonasal secretion resulting from pneumonia due to secondary infection, fever, cough, anorexia, vomiting, dermatitis and depression. Neurological signs such as seizures, muscle rigidity, spasms, paresis, paralysis, ataxia, motor incoordination, blindness and myoclonus also occur in more advanced stages of the disease. The domestic dog is its main reservoir, however, it can also affect several species, such as the maned wolf, a wild canid. Infection of wild animals by the disease, resulting from urban encroachment into protected areas and an increase in the number of unvaccinated stray domestic dogs, poses a threat to wildlife conservation. Treatment of the disease consists of alleviating symptoms, either with supportive therapy, antipyretics, anticonvulsants and even antibiotics to prevent secondary infections. Since there is no specific treatment for this disease, the main way to combat it is through prevention. Studies have shown that the modified live virus vaccine used in domestic dogs is safe and effective for maned wolves, both in adulthood and as pups. However, this scenario becomes unlikely when it comes to free-living animals, making prevention extremely difficult.
Abordagem clinica e estratégias de manejo da cinomose em canídeos silvestres: Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) FARIA, Alex Takahashi de; CARVALHO, Ana Luisa Gonçalves de; TORRES, Maria Lúcia Marcucci
The study on distemper reveals that this viral disease can affect several native species, resulting in serious consequences for populations of wild canines, whether kept in captivity or not, with high rates of morbidity and mortality. The clinical signs observed in wild canines are similar to those found in domestic dogs and include lethargy, fever, nasal and ocular secretion, in addition to severe neuromuscular complications that can develop over time. The transmission of the virus between different species represents a significant threat to the conservation of wild species, especially due to the proximity of urban areas to the natural environment, which results in the fragmentation and degradation of habitats. In addition, the migration of domestic species to conservation and rehabilitation centers also contributes to the spread of the virus, since animals can carry pathogens and transmit the disease to wild species. This work highlights the importance of an effective clinical approach in the management of distemper for the conservation of wild canines, demonstrating the importance of adopting appropriate diagnostic methods and treatment strategies, as well as the application of preventive measures for the intervention and spread of the disease between species, thus protecting the health of these animals and preserving them from infectious diseases.
Uroperitônio neonatal em fêmea equina: Relato de caso
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) SCARPIONI, Lorena Bueno; LIMA, Caio Abílio Silva; CELOTTI, Gustavo; PEREIRA, Bruna Cortez
Uroperitoneum is defined as the accumulation of urine in the abdominal cavity, mostly caused by rupture of the urinary bladder, affecting young foals. The clinical symptoms of the disease include apathy, dyspnea, tachypnea, abdominal distension, discomfort and can cause death due to imbalance, due to intense uremia. The diagnosis is made through complementary exams, together with clinical examination. The complementary exams include abdominal ultrasound, blood gas analysis and laboratory tests, such as: leukogram, biochemistry, analysis of abdominal fluid and urinalysis. The prognosis is reserved and depends on the clinical evolution and degree of contamination. The objective of the study is to report a case of uroperitoneum in a female neonate, admitted to the UNIFEOB Veterinary Center, presenting dyspnea, hyperthermia, apathy and abdominal discomfort. The complementary exams were of utmost importance for the final diagnosis. Due to the time of evolution, associated with the severe degree of contamination, the patient died before the surgical intervention.
Hiperadrenocorticismo em felinos: manifestações clinicas, métodos diagnósticos e tratamento - Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) BIZAIA, Emily Cristina; RIBEIRO, Camila; GONÇALVES, Brenna Maria Cyrino Nogueira
Although uncommon in felines, hyperadrenocorticism is an important condition to understand in this species, since it presents a challenging diagnosis and treatment. The most common clinical signs are polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, skin atrophy, bulging abdomen, symmetrical bilateral alopecia, weight gain and muscle atrophy. These are usually the same symptoms as diabetes mellitus or skin hyperfragility, since hyperadrenocorticism can be related to these pathologies. In laboratory tests, stress leukogram, hyperglycemia, glycosuria and hypercholesterolemia are common, and there may also be an increase in ALT and ALP. In addition to laboratory tests, this disease requires a more specific diagnosis, such as low-dose dexamethasone suppression tests, adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulation or high-dose dexamethasone suppression tests, and also the cortisol-creatinine ratio. For treatment, the use of trilostane, cabergoline, radiotherapy or hypophysectomy for pituitary tumors and unilateral or bilateral adrenalectomy are indicated. The objective of this work is to carry out, through bibliographic research, a review of the pathology of hyperadrenocorticism in felines, so that we have a deeper understanding of it, since it is less common, and thus obtain knowledge about the diagnosis and more effective forms of treatment.
Anestesia em lagomorfos para procedimentos odontológicos: Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) CUSTÓDIO, Marina Mendonça; BONFANTE, Juliana da Silva
The wild animal clinic has been growing significantly in recent times, especially the lagomorph clinic, which, due to their high docility and easy adaptation to their owners, has aroused people's interest in acquiring them as pets. Despite their gentle temperament, rabbits are animals that become stressed easily, requiring greater care on the part of the veterinarian when handling and restraining these animals. Consequently, it is necessary to know the physiological, anatomical and pharmacological particularities of the species, considering that rabbits have a high chance of developing dental problems, often requiring surgical treatment. Therefore, it is essential to choose an anesthetic protocol appropriate for the animal in question, having knowledge about the drugs to be used, their possible side effects and establishing the important points that must be followed during the anesthesia. Furthermore, during the entire surgery it is necessary to monitor the patient's vital parameters, always aiming to provide greater safety to the procedure and greater comfort to the animal. The present work aims to report on the different drugs that can be used in routine anesthetic procedures in lagomorphs, highlighting the manner of use and their effects, as well as the particularities of the species in question.
Estudo retrospectivo de casuística das enfermidades de equídeos atendidos no setor de grandes animais do Centro Universitário UNIFEOB
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) TODERO, Larissa Midiane; SILVA, Lara Romero; CELOTTI, Gustavo
Whether for work, leisure or sports, the number of equines has been growing worldwide, which proves and increases the interaction of these animals with humans, as well as their importance for people's way of life and well-being. Through a retrospective data collection, this study collected data from the medical records of equines treated in the large animal sector of the Veterinary Center of the Octávio Bastos Foundation for Education University (UNIFEOB) from March 2018 to March 2023. Through the medical records, 434 animals were analyzed, with emphasis on the following data: breed, species, sex, age, weight, outcome and diseases according to the affected system. According to the statistics obtained in this study, it can be concluded that the category that had the most animals treated was that of gastrointestinal diseases, with 147 animals treated, representing approximately 33.9% of the care that occurred from March 2018 to March 2023. Right after that were musculoskeletal care, with 77 occurrences, approximately 17.7% of the total. Therefore, the objective of this research was to identify the profile of the equines and the main diseases that affected these animals treated at the veterinary center during the period analyzed.
Síndrome da reabsorção odontoclástica e hipercementose equina: Revisão de literatura
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) TODERO, Larissa M.; RIBEIRO, Amanda
Equine odontoclastic resorption and hypercementosis syndrome (EOTRH) is a painful and progressive condition that affects the incisor and canine teeth of geriatric horses. Since its etiopathogenesis has not yet been fully resolved, this disease often ends up being underdiagnosed. Several theories of etiology have been considered for this disease, however, none of them have been fully accepted. Histologically, EOTRH presents with the resorption of tooth structures by odontoclasts, usually followed by the deposition of altered cementum, by odontoblasts, cementoblasts and fibroblasts. To diagnose this syndrome, a detailed clinical oral examination and the use of radiographic examination are necessary, since the signs may often not be visible at the beginning of the disease. Clinical signs are varied, and range from pain and lack of food apprehension with incisors, to more serious changes, such as changes in the angles of the incisors and tooth fractures. On radiographs, it is possible to observe resorption changes in the teeth, with lysis of the reserve crown and root and proliferative changes, such as deposition of cementum and expansion of the alveolar bone. In addition, alveolitis, osteomyelitis and periodontal changes are also found. There is no effective treatment for EOTRH, and extraction of the affected teeth is almost always indicated.
Retículo esplenite traumática associada á peritonite em bovino: Relato de caso
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) OLIVEIRA, Braian Rombaldo de; TAGLIAFERRO, Karoline Saturnino; ALVISI, Renato Duarte; FREITAS, Renan Contini de; FAGUNDES, Juliana Portela Gonçalves; MELO, Larissa Martarella de Souza; BIRGEL, Daniela Becker; BIRGEL JÚNIOR, Eduardo Harry
The ingestion of foreign bodies by ruminants is the result of non-selective feeding, the anatomy of the fore-stomachs and the presence of sharp objects in pastures. Traumatic reticulo-splenitis is a disease with low frequency in ruminant clinical practice. It occurs due to the ingestion of sharp foreign bodies, which causes perforation of several organs in the abdominal cavity. The proximity of the reticulo-splenitis to several organs, associated with the presence of sharp objects in pastures and feeders are important factors to be analyzed, which cause several pathological processes, including traumatic reticulo-pericarditis, traumatic reticulo-peritonitis, traumatic reticulo-hepatitis and traumatic reticulo-splenitis. There are no characteristic clinical signs of traumatic reticulo-splenitis, nor specific diagnostic methods, where the spleen of cattle, for example, cannot be examined through transrectal palpation. When ingested by the animal, the sharp object follows the flow of the food bolus and remains trapped in the reticulum, where, through physiological contraction, it can perforate the organs adjacent to it. After this, the object can perforate other organs, carrying microorganisms to the site of the injury, causing an infection and malfunction of the organ. Therefore, the present study aims to report a case of traumatic reticulum splenitis in a bovine.
Torção de raiz do mesentério em equino isquemia e reperfusão: Revisão de literatura
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) OLIVEIRA, Braian Rombaldo de; GOBESSO, Gabrielle Bordonal; RIBEIRO, Amanda; BRITO, Pedro Henrique Salles
Mesenteric root torsion is a disease in which the mesentery root rotates. It can be explained by the large length of the horse's intestine, its anatomical positioning and variations in the intestinal lumen. It can even be correlated with the species' own intestinal anatomy and is characterized by the rapid formation of gases in the intestinal lumen (resulting from microorganisms present in the intestine and as a consequence of the ingestion of highly fermentable substances). Another important factor is the characteristic of its diet, with the fermentation process being an important part of its digestion, indirectly promoting the distension of intestinal loops. This condition can cause severe vascular impairment and lead to severe hypoxia, which can trigger cellular damage and consequent cell death and tissue necrosis. The tissue injury caused by torsion leads to compromise of the intestinal mucosa, favoring the inflammatory process and bacterial translocation, that is, favoring the migration of bacteria from the intestinal lumen to the circulation and even to the peritoneum, with the main complications being endotoxemia, Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) and sepsis. This study aims to conduct a survey of data from the literature on the effects of ischemia and intestinal reperfusion damage in the face of mesenteric root torsion in horses.
Doença renal crônica em felinos domésticos: Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) HONÓRIO, Vinícius Martinelli; LIMA, Júlia Cristini Ribeiro de; GONÇALVES, Brenna Maria Cyrino Nogueira
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a disease characterized by loss of functional quality and/or irreversible structural damage to the kidneys that commonly affects domestic felines, especially older ones, resulting in decreased kidney function over months to years. There are congenital and acquired causes that can trigger the disease, causing affected animals to frequently present clinical signs such as lethargy, vomiting, dehydration, polyuria, uremic ulcers and weight loss, generating a significant impact on the quality of life and longevity of these pets. To diagnose the disease, it is necessary to analyze the clinical signs presented by the animal together with the results of laboratory tests that evaluate kidney function, as well as the use of ultrasound, which is a crucial imaging test to evaluate kidney morphology and detect possible lesions. Since it is an irreversible disease, treatment becomes palliative, through means that slow the progression and aim to minimize the clinical impact of the disease on the patient. Staging the disease is essential for guiding treatment and patient prognosis. This classification takes into account serum creatinine levels and other markers of kidney damage, as well as the clinical signs presented by the animals. The objective of this review is to report on the involvement of felines by chronic kidney disease, including clinical and laboratory changes, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.
Babesiose canina: Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) HONÓRIO, Vinícius Martinelli; CUSTÒDIO, Marina Mendonça; TONON, Mariely Thais de Souza
Canine babesiosis is a disease caused by a protozoan transmitted mainly through Rhipicephalus sanguineus and blood transfusions contaminated by the agent Babesia sp., capable of infecting the cells of the hematopoietic system (red blood cells). It is a disease that commonly causes hemolytic anemia in dogs. Affected animals often present apathy, weight loss, fever, diarrhea, anorexia, and lymphadenopathy, and may present in subclinical, hyperacute, acute, or chronic forms, negatively affecting the health of the animals. To diagnose the disease, the use of serological methods, blood smears, and molecular methods (PCR) are alternatives, each of which has its own particularities for each phase of the disease. Once diagnosed, the animal must undergo supportive treatment associated with the use of drugs that combat the protozoan, thus ensuring a more effective recovery. Diagnosing and treating the disease early makes the prognosis more favorable, thus avoiding the chances of complications from the disease. Controlling the vector both in the animal and in the environment in which it lives is essential to minimize the risk of contagion of the disease, preventing the spread of the agent. The objective of this review is to report on the involvement of dogs by babesiosis, covering the epidemiology, clinical changes, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention.
Malformações congênitas em bezerros decorrentes do consumo do bagaço de maçã na alimentação de vacas prenhes na região sul do país: Revisão de literatura
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) OLIVEIRA, Braian Rombaldo de; PEREIRA, Aline Aquino; CONCEIÇÂO, Juliana Costa Zuppi da
Apple pomace is widely used in cattle feed in most of the southern region of Brazil, and is composed of peels, stalks, leaves, seeds and pulp, with components such as fiber, sugars, low levels of lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals. This product has been linked to congenital malformations in calves, resulting from the ingestion of pomace by the pregnant mother, although there is no evidence that this relationship actually exists. However, after several studies, it was found that it is not the apple pomace itself that causes the malformation, but rather the components present in this pomace, which may be pesticides used in apple production and cultivation that can cause mutagenicity, as well as mycotoxins that also cause mutagenicity. Another possible cause is manganese deficiency, due to excessive ingestion of apples, which have low levels of manganese in their pulp. The malformations caused by this are chondrodysplasia and dwarfism, and these diseases are recognized as diseases that hinder the growth and development of the animal, due to the conditions in which the animal is born, such as short, curved, rigid bones, and coarse joints. It is also possible to find malformations in organs, thus preventing their proper functioning. Thus, the objective of this work is to compile data from the literature, addressing the main causes of congenital malformations in calves from pregnant cows fed apple pomace in the southern region of the country.
Haemonchus Contortus como causa de atrofia gelatinosa cardíaca em caprino: Relato de caso
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) TEIXEIRA, Luiza Ramos; OLIVEIRA, Braian Rombaldo de; MARTINELLI, Paulo Edson Baptista; ESTEVAM, Kamile Jorge; SANTOS, Gabriele Araújo Rodrigues dos; BIRGEL, Daniela Becker; BIRGEL JÚNIOR, Eduardo Harry
Haemoncosis is an important parasitic disease that normally affects sheep and goats and is caused by the nematode of the genus Haemonchus, of the Trichostrongyloidea family. Its evolutionary cycle has a period of development in the host, called the parasitic phase, and another called the environmental phase. This parasite is known for its extreme resistance to anthelmintics, becoming a major problem for goat and sheep farming. The control of haemoncosis depends on early awareness by the producer, monitoring the proliferation of H. contortus and management protocols and prophylactic measures such as anthelmintic treatments. The clinical signs observed are anemia, apathy, hypoproteinemia, anorexia, dehydration, weight loss, generalized edema and decreased milk production. Among the necropsy findings, gelatinous atrophy of cardiac fat can be seen, which is normally observed in cachectic animals, or those undergoing some process of carbohydrate deprivation, or any process that results in an abrupt loss of body weight, requiring the use of lipid reserves, initiating a process of lipolysis and mobilization of this fat for ATP synthesis. The present study aims to report a case of haemoncosis in a goat in which gelatinous cardiac atrophy was observed as one of the necropsy findings.
Protocolo anestésico para orquiectomia em canino com Bav grau II : Relato de caso
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) SANTOS, Bruna Pan dos; MICHELETTI, Carolina Dantas; BONFANTE, Juliana da Silva
Atrioventricular block (AVB) in dogs is a condition that affects electrical communication between the atria and ventricles of the heart, and is classified into three degrees and also diagnosed by electrocardiogram. Thus, in this case report, a male canine, of approximately three years of age, was submitted to pre-anesthetic evaluation for an orchiectomy. During the physical examination, a discrepancy between the animal's heart rate and behavior was identified, leading to the suspicion of a second-degree atrioventricular block (AVB), later confirmed by electrocardiogram. After returning for atropine administration to adjust the anesthetic protocol, the orchiectomy was successfully performed, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of cardiac conditions to ensure patient safety during surgical procedures. Thus, the situation illustrates the challenges and the importance, mainly, of a thorough cardiac evaluation, especially in animals that will be exposed to anesthesia, since dogs of any breed and age can be affected.
Osteotomia de nivelamento de platô tibial para correção da lesão de ligamento cruzado cranial (CCL) em cães: Revisão de literatura
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) MELO, Laura Tardelli de Moraes; ALBERTO, Maryna Lança Vilia
The cruciate ligament is a structure that plays an important role in the stability of the knee joint. Rupture of this ligament is generally associated with excessive stress on the joint, and occurs most often in young dogs of large breeds. Injury to the cranial cruciate ligament is one of the most common conditions in dogs and one of the main causes of degenerative disease of the knee joint. The cranial cruciate ligament is the most affected because it is related to joint movement, preventing cranial displacement of the tibia in relation to the femur, limiting internal rotation and consequently hyperextension of the knee. Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) is a surgery widely used to treat knee injuries in dogs, specifically rupture of the cruciate ligament, which in turn leads to underlying injuries and a decrease in the animal's quality of life. Surgery not only helps to relieve pain and improve the patient's quality of life, but also prevents the injury from progressing. This literature review aims to review the TPLO process as well as its results, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis following the aforementioned surgical technique, together with the precocity of its good results.
Acupuntura na Medicina Veterinária em pequenos animais: Revisão bibliográfica
(Centro Universitário da Fundação de Ensino Octávio Bastos, 2024-10-09) BENASSI, Lívia Araújo; PAIVA, Jhenifer Antonucci; GONÇALVES, Brenna Maria Cyrino Nogueira
Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Medicine therapy that uses specific points throughout the body, called acupoints, to insert needles and/or transfer heat to defined areas of the skin. This, through nerve stimulation, triggers responses in other areas of the body with a cascade of local, regional or systemic physiological effects, with the purpose of correcting possible energy imbalances responsible for causing diseases and/or pain. In veterinary medicine, there are 32 simple points and 40 bilateral points that are most commonly used in small animals. The points can be stimulated through various techniques in addition to traditional acupuncture, such as moxibustion, acuinjection, electroacupuncture, among others. The most commonly used techniques are used to control pain, and may also have significant effects in the treatment or adjuvant therapy in animals with neurological dysfunctions and/or sequelae, musculoskeletal dysfunctions or even behavioral disorders such as anxiety, aggression and fear in small animals. Acupuncture has been shown to be a safe, effective therapy with no side effects. Therefore, this study performs a literature review with the aim of elucidating the techniques and uses of acupuncture in small animals within veterinary medicine, emphasizing numerous benefits as an adjuvant treatment in various pathologies within the clinical routine.