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Label-Free Enrichment Of Functional Cardiomyocytes Using Microfluidic Deterministic Lateral Flow Displacemen, Boyang Zhang, James V. Green, Shashi K. Murthy, Milica Radisic Jul 2013

Label-Free Enrichment Of Functional Cardiomyocytes Using Microfluidic Deterministic Lateral Flow Displacemen, Boyang Zhang, James V. Green, Shashi K. Murthy, Milica Radisic

Shashi K. Murthy

Progress in cardiac cell replacement therapies and tissue engineering critically depends on our ability to isolate functional cardiomyocytes (CMs) from heterogeneous cell mixtures. Label-free enrichment of cardiomyocytes is desirable for future clinical application of cell based products. Taking advantage of the physical properties of CMs, a microfluidic system was designed to separate CMs from neonatal rat heart tissue digest based on size using the principles of deterministic lateral displacement (DLD). For the first time, we demonstrate enrichment of functional CMs up to 91±2.4% directly from the digested heart tissue without any pre-treatment or labeling. Enriched cardiomyocytes remained viable after sorting …


Answering The Cdc's Call For Universal Hiv Testing: Assesing The Impact On A Tertiary Care Referral Center Via A Blinded Seroprevalence Study, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp, K Ahmed, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Sherrine Eid Mph, Timothy J. Friel Md, Kimberly A. Pacella, Luther Rhodes Iii Md Jul 2013

Answering The Cdc's Call For Universal Hiv Testing: Assesing The Impact On A Tertiary Care Referral Center Via A Blinded Seroprevalence Study, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp, K Ahmed, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Sherrine Eid Mph, Timothy J. Friel Md, Kimberly A. Pacella, Luther Rhodes Iii Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Hcv Behavioral Health Preparation Of The Racial/Ethnic Minority: Measurement Development Of A Hcv Treatment Readiness Tool In Spanish And English, Michele Vella, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Judith Lash Rn Jul 2013

Hcv Behavioral Health Preparation Of The Racial/Ethnic Minority: Measurement Development Of A Hcv Treatment Readiness Tool In Spanish And English, Michele Vella, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Judith Lash Rn

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Defining An Emerging Epidemic: Hcv Seroprevalence In A Large, Tertiary-Care Health Network In Pennsylvania, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, K N. Ahmed, Sherrine Eid Mph, Timothy J. Friel Md, Kimberly A. Pacella, Luther Rhodes Iii Md Jul 2013

Defining An Emerging Epidemic: Hcv Seroprevalence In A Large, Tertiary-Care Health Network In Pennsylvania, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, K N. Ahmed, Sherrine Eid Mph, Timothy J. Friel Md, Kimberly A. Pacella, Luther Rhodes Iii Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Psychiatric Outcomes In A Resident-Run Multidisciplinary Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Michael Kaufmann Md Jul 2013

Psychiatric Outcomes In A Resident-Run Multidisciplinary Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Michael Kaufmann Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Supervised Treatment Interruption (Sti) In An Urban Hiv Clinical Practice: A Prospective Analysis, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Peter Kouvatos Do, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do Jul 2013

Supervised Treatment Interruption (Sti) In An Urban Hiv Clinical Practice: A Prospective Analysis, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Peter Kouvatos Do, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

Background: In acute HIV-1 infection, STI may induce immunologic control of HIV-1 replication. Several prospective trials of STI in chronic HIV-1 infection have been less encouraging. A previously presented retrospective analysis of our patients showed that in those with a significant CD4 increase (>200 cells) on antiretroviral therapy (ART), 2 or more interruptions may significantly lower viral set point. This prospective study describes STI in a cohort of patients. Methods: 10 patients with either a positive response to therapy interruption retrospectively or those expressing interest in the strategy who met inclusion criteria (VL BLQ on ART, good adherence, robust …


Improving Outcomes For Hispanic Patients Undergoing Peginterferon/Ribavirin Therapy For Chronic Hepatitis C In An Internist-Led, Multidisciplinary, Multi-Cultural Practice: A Unique Application Of The Medical, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Orlando J. Penaloza Md, Facp, Judith A. Knoop Jul 2013

Improving Outcomes For Hispanic Patients Undergoing Peginterferon/Ribavirin Therapy For Chronic Hepatitis C In An Internist-Led, Multidisciplinary, Multi-Cultural Practice: A Unique Application Of The Medical, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Orlando J. Penaloza Md, Facp, Judith A. Knoop

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Intermittent Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) Can Induce Reduction Of Viral Rebounding During Art-Interruption, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do Jul 2013

Intermittent Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) Can Induce Reduction Of Viral Rebounding During Art-Interruption, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Paracoccidiomycosis And Hiv/Aids: A Common Problem In An Uncommon Location, Astrid Radermacher Do, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Marcelo Gareca Md Jul 2013

Paracoccidiomycosis And Hiv/Aids: A Common Problem In An Uncommon Location, Astrid Radermacher Do, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Marcelo Gareca Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Training Tomorrow’S Providers And Expanding Access To Peginterferon/Ribavirin Combination Therapyfor Chronic Hepatatis C In Underinsured/Uninsured Patients: Final Outcomes Of A Pilot, Resident-Initiated, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp Jul 2013

Training Tomorrow’S Providers And Expanding Access To Peginterferon/Ribavirin Combination Therapyfor Chronic Hepatatis C In Underinsured/Uninsured Patients: Final Outcomes Of A Pilot, Resident-Initiated, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) In Clinical Practice: Effectiveness And Tolerability Of Necvirapine (Nvp), Stavudine (D4t) And Lamivudine (3tc), Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do Jul 2013

Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) In Clinical Practice: Effectiveness And Tolerability Of Necvirapine (Nvp), Stavudine (D4t) And Lamivudine (3tc), Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Psychiatric Outcomes In A Resident-Run, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic (Poster), Nicole M. Agostino Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Michael Kaufmann Md Jul 2013

Psychiatric Outcomes In A Resident-Run, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic (Poster), Nicole M. Agostino Do, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Michael Kaufmann Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Structured Treatment Interrupion (Sti) With Nevirapine (Nvp) And Two Nucleoside Reverse Transciptase Inhibitors (Nsrti): Is Re-Suppression Achieved Following Treatment Interruption?, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do Jul 2013

Structured Treatment Interrupion (Sti) With Nevirapine (Nvp) And Two Nucleoside Reverse Transciptase Inhibitors (Nsrti): Is Re-Suppression Achieved Following Treatment Interruption?, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) In Clinical Practice: Ethnic Variability In Effectiveness And Tolerability Of Nelfinavir And Two Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, B Moran, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do Jul 2013

Antiretroviral Therapy (Art) In Clinical Practice: Ethnic Variability In Effectiveness And Tolerability Of Nelfinavir And Two Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, B Moran, R Eric Doerfler Np, Cch, William C. Woodward Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Type 1 Diabetes Associated With Pegylated Interferon/Ribavirin Therapy In Chronic Hepatitis C, Ankush Sharma Md, Joseph L. Yozviak Do Jul 2013

Type 1 Diabetes Associated With Pegylated Interferon/Ribavirin Therapy In Chronic Hepatitis C, Ankush Sharma Md, Joseph L. Yozviak Do

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Encephalopathy Caused By Bartonella Henselae Following Cat Scratch, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, John Margraf Md, Marcelo Gareca Md Jul 2013

Encephalopathy Caused By Bartonella Henselae Following Cat Scratch, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, John Margraf Md, Marcelo Gareca Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Outcomes Of Peginterferon Alfa-2a And Ribavirin Combination Therapy In A Resident-Initiated, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Erini Vasiliadis Do, K Nadeem Ahmed Md, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Edward R. Norris Md, Fapa, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp Jul 2013

Outcomes Of Peginterferon Alfa-2a And Ribavirin Combination Therapy In A Resident-Initiated, Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Clinic, Nicole M. Agostino Do, Erini Vasiliadis Do, K Nadeem Ahmed Md, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Edward R. Norris Md, Fapa, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


A Novel Approach For A New Era: Successful Integration Of Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Care Within An Established Hiv Primary Care Practice, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Orlando J. Penaloza Md, Facp, Timothy J. Friel Md Jul 2013

A Novel Approach For A New Era: Successful Integration Of Multidisciplinary, Hepatitis C Care Within An Established Hiv Primary Care Practice, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Orlando J. Penaloza Md, Facp, Timothy J. Friel Md

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Expanding Access To Care Through A Resident-Initiated Hepatitis C Clinic - An Innovative Method For Incorporating Acgme Core Competencies Into The Management Of Medically Underserved Patients, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Erini Vasiliadis Do, Vishal Patel Md, Nicole M. Agostino Do, K Nadeem Ahmed Md, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph Jul 2013

Expanding Access To Care Through A Resident-Initiated Hepatitis C Clinic - An Innovative Method For Incorporating Acgme Core Competencies Into The Management Of Medically Underserved Patients, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Erini Vasiliadis Do, Vishal Patel Md, Nicole M. Agostino Do, K Nadeem Ahmed Md, Edward Norris Md, Fapm, Charles M. Brooks Md, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


A Survey Of Primary Care Residents Regarding Knowledge Of Hepatitis C, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Erini Vasiliadis Do, Sharon R. Kimmel Phd, Mha, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp Jul 2013

A Survey Of Primary Care Residents Regarding Knowledge Of Hepatitis C, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Erini Vasiliadis Do, Sharon R. Kimmel Phd, Mha, Suzanne J. Templer Do, Margaret Hoffman-Terry Md, Facp

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


The Face Of Felt Stigma: Experiences Of Puerto Ricans Living With Hiv In Allentown, Pa, M Reyes Ba, Julio Jiménez Md, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Timothy J. Friel Md, D Adams Psyd, Cynthia Beitler, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, E Rivera Ba, L Santiago Phd Jul 2013

The Face Of Felt Stigma: Experiences Of Puerto Ricans Living With Hiv In Allentown, Pa, M Reyes Ba, Julio Jiménez Md, Joseph L. Yozviak Do, Facp, Timothy J. Friel Md, D Adams Psyd, Cynthia Beitler, Eric J. Gertner Md, Mph, E Rivera Ba, L Santiago Phd

Joseph L Yozviak DO, FACP

No abstract provided.


Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta Jul 2013

Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta

Elaine Hardman Ph.D.

Recent case-controlled clinical studies show that bronchioalveolar carcinomas (BAC) are correlated with smoking. Nicotine, the addictive component of cigarettes, accelerates cell proliferation through nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR). In this study, we show that human BACs produce acetylcholine (ACh) and contain several cholinergic factors including acetylcholinesterase (AChE), choline acetyltransferase (ChAT), choline transporter 1 (CHT1, SLC5A7), vesicular acetylcholine transporter (VAChT, SLC18A3), and nACh receptors (AChRs, CHRNAs). Nicotine increased the production of ACh in human BACs, and ACh acts as a growth factor for these cells. Nicotine-induced ACh production was mediated by α7-, α3β2-, and β3-nAChRs, ChAT and VAChT pathways. We observed that …


Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta Jul 2013

Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta

Piyali Dasgupta

Recent case-controlled clinical studies show that bronchioalveolar carcinomas (BAC) are correlated with smoking. Nicotine, the addictive component of cigarettes, accelerates cell proliferation through nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR). In this study, we show that human BACs produce acetylcholine (ACh) and contain several cholinergic factors including acetylcholinesterase (AChE), choline acetyltransferase (ChAT), choline transporter 1 (CHT1, SLC5A7), vesicular acetylcholine transporter (VAChT, SLC18A3), and nACh receptors (AChRs, CHRNAs). Nicotine increased the production of ACh in human BACs, and ACh acts as a growth factor for these cells. Nicotine-induced ACh production was mediated by α7-, α3β2-, and β3-nAChRs, ChAT and VAChT pathways. We observed that …


Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta Jul 2013

Inhibition Of Cholinergic Signaling Causes Apoptosis In Human Bronchioalveolar Carcinoma, Jamie K. Lau, Kathleen C. Brown, Brent A. Thornhill, Clayton M. Crabtree, Aaron M. Dom, Theodore R. Witte, W. Elaine Hardman, Christopher A. Mcnees, Cody A. Stover, A. Betts Carpenter, Haitao Luo, Yi C. Chen, Brandon S. Shiflett, Piyali Dasgupta

A. Betts Carpenter

Recent case-controlled clinical studies show that bronchioalveolar carcinomas (BAC) are correlated with smoking. Nicotine, the addictive component of cigarettes, accelerates cell proliferation through nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChR). In this study, we show that human BACs produce acetylcholine (ACh) and contain several cholinergic factors including acetylcholinesterase (AChE), choline acetyltransferase (ChAT), choline transporter 1 (CHT1, SLC5A7), vesicular acetylcholine transporter (VAChT, SLC18A3), and nACh receptors (AChRs, CHRNAs). Nicotine increased the production of ACh in human BACs, and ACh acts as a growth factor for these cells. Nicotine-induced ACh production was mediated by α7-, α3β2-, and β3-nAChRs, ChAT and VAChT pathways. We observed that …


Sonographic Findings In Acute Uterine Inversion, John C. Smulian Md, Mph, Joseph D. Defulvio Do, Liany C. Diven Md, Jose Luiis Terrazas Md Jul 2013

Sonographic Findings In Acute Uterine Inversion, John C. Smulian Md, Mph, Joseph D. Defulvio Do, Liany C. Diven Md, Jose Luiis Terrazas Md

John C Smulian MD, MPH

We present a case of acute uterine inversion in the third stage of labor in which critical management decisions were facilitated by ultrasound imaging in the operating room. Identification of the ovary and adnexa pulled into the inclination of the inversion allowed successful diagnosis and guidance of uterine replacement.


Spatial Reorganization Of Putaminal Dopamine D2-Like Receptors In Cranial And Hand Dystonia, Kevin J. Black, Abraham Z. Snyder, Jonathan W. Mink, Veeral N. Tolia, Fredy J. Revilla, Stephen M. Moerlein, Joel S. Perlmutter Jul 2013

Spatial Reorganization Of Putaminal Dopamine D2-Like Receptors In Cranial And Hand Dystonia, Kevin J. Black, Abraham Z. Snyder, Jonathan W. Mink, Veeral N. Tolia, Fredy J. Revilla, Stephen M. Moerlein, Joel S. Perlmutter

Kevin J. Black, MD

No abstract provided.


Prevalence Of Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among Pregnant Women In Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria, Ifeyinwa M. Okafor Dr. Jul 2013

Prevalence Of Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among Pregnant Women In Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria, Ifeyinwa M. Okafor Dr.

Okafor Ifeyinwa M Dr.

Iron is a component of a number of proteins including haemoglobin, myoglobin, cytochromes and enzymes involved in redox reactions. Inadequate iron intake can lead to varying degrees of deficiency, from low iron stores to early iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anaemia and this is dangerous to both baby and mother. The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia among pregnant women in Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria. Seventy pregnant women within the age range of 15-45 years from University of Calabar Teaching Hospital were recruited as subjects in this study. The control …


Effect Of Meloxicam On Gain And Inflammatory Response Of Calves Castrated By Banding Post-Weaning, Brian K. Whitlock, Peter D. Krawczel, Jeff A. Carroll, Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez, Jeff W. Dailey, Joseph A. Daniel, Johann F. Coetzee Jul 2013

Effect Of Meloxicam On Gain And Inflammatory Response Of Calves Castrated By Banding Post-Weaning, Brian K. Whitlock, Peter D. Krawczel, Jeff A. Carroll, Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez, Jeff W. Dailey, Joseph A. Daniel, Johann F. Coetzee

Brian K Whitlock, PhD, DVM, DACT

Castration may detrimentally affect the health and performance of weaned calves, and painful procedures are increasingly becoming a public concern. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of castration (by banding) with or without administration of meloxicam, a non-steroid anti-inflammatory, on performance and inflammatory response in weaned beef calves. Forty-eight (weaned) beef calves [10.0±0.2 mo old; 304±6 kg BW] were blocked by age, BW, wither height, scrotal circumference, and source, then randomly assigned to 1 of 3 treatments (n=16 calves per treatment: 1) intact bulls (BULL), 2) castration by banding (BAN), or 3) castration by banding with …


Effect Of Meloxicam On Gain And Behavior Of Calves Castrated By Banding Pre-Weaning, Joseph A. Daniel, Peter D. Krawczel, Brian K. Whitlock Jul 2013

Effect Of Meloxicam On Gain And Behavior Of Calves Castrated By Banding Pre-Weaning, Joseph A. Daniel, Peter D. Krawczel, Brian K. Whitlock

Brian K Whitlock, PhD, DVM, DACT

The objective was to determine if oral meloxicam (M; a non-steroid anti-inflammatory) administered at castration of pre-weaning calves affected ADG or behavior. Prior to castration (14 d), Angus bulls were assigned to bull (BULL; n = 7; age 106 ± 6 d; BW = 174.2 ±7.7 kg; scrotal circumference 17.7 ± 0.4 cm), castrated (BAN; n = 12; age = 105 ± 5 d; BW = 144.5 ± 7.6 kg; scrotal circumference = 16 ± 0.4 cm) or castrated with meloxicam (BAN+M; n = 13; age = 121 ± 6 d; BW = 145.8 ± 6 kg; scrotal circumference = …


Meloxicam Mediates Short-Term Behavioral Changes Of Castrated Calves, Peter D. Krawczel, Jeff A. Carroll, Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez, Jeff W. Dailey, Joseph A. Daniel, Johann F. Coetzee, Brian K. Whitlock Jul 2013

Meloxicam Mediates Short-Term Behavioral Changes Of Castrated Calves, Peter D. Krawczel, Jeff A. Carroll, Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez, Jeff W. Dailey, Joseph A. Daniel, Johann F. Coetzee, Brian K. Whitlock

Brian K Whitlock, PhD, DVM, DACT

Castration may detrimentally affect the health and performance of weaned calves and painful procedures are increasingly a public concern. Therefore, practical pain mitigation is critical. The objective was to determine the effects of castration (by banding) with or without administration of NSAID, meloxicam, on the behavior of weaned beef calves. Forty-eight (56 d post-weaning) beef calves [10.0 ± 0.2 (mean ± SE) mo old; 304 ± 6 kg BW] were blocked by multiple factors then randomly assigned to 3 treatments (n = 16 calves per treatment: 1) intact bulls (BULL), 2) castration by banding (BAN), or 3) castration by banding …