Effectiveness Of Disease Modifying Osteoarthritis Agents And Carprofen For Treatment Of Canine Osteoarthritis,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Effectiveness Of Disease Modifying Osteoarthritis Agents And Carprofen For Treatment Of Canine Osteoarthritis, Irin Kwananocha, Monchanok Vijarnsorn, Narudee Kashemsant, Chalermpol Lekcharoensuk
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A prospective, randomized, single-blinded study was conducted to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of disease modifying osteoarthritis agents (DMOAAs) and carprofen by using force plate gait analysis and orthopaedic assessment score (OAS) in osteoarthritic dogs. Forty dogs with hip and/or stifle osteoarthritis (OA) were assigned randomly into four treatment groups: PCSO-524, treated with a marine-based fatty-acid compound; GC-ASU, treated with a combination of glucosamine-chondroitin sulphate and avocado/soybean unsaponifiables; CPF, treated with carprofen; and CPF-PCSO, treated with a combination of carprofen and PCSO-524. Each group received the therapeutic agent orally for four weeks. Peak vertical force (PVF), OAS, haematology and blood …
Evidence Of Kisspeptin Receptor Expression In Gnrh Neurons In The Preoptic Area And Arcuate Hypothalamic Nuclei In Cycling Buffaloes,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Evidence Of Kisspeptin Receptor Expression In Gnrh Neurons In The Preoptic Area And Arcuate Hypothalamic Nuclei In Cycling Buffaloes, Thuchadaporn Chaikhun-Marcou, Pongsiwa Sotthibandhu, Victoria Kyle, Shel Hwa Yeo, William Henry Colledge, Siriwat Suadsong
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Our previous study reported the expression of kisspeptin in the preoptic area (POA) and arcuate nucleus (ARC) of the hypothalamus of cycling buffalo cows. In ruminants, POA and ARC are the main hypothalamic nuclei through which kisspeptin acts on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, due to their stimulation of gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) secretion. In many species, kisspeptin activates GnRH neurons via its receptors (KISS1R or GPR54). The present study was designed to explore the expression of KISS1R by GnRH neurons in the POA and ARC hypothalamic nuclei in buffalo cow brains by double-labeling immunohistochemistry. In both the POA and ARC areas, …
Postnatal Ontogeny Of Small Intestinal Histomorphology, Crypt Cell Proliferation And Peptide Transporter 1 Gene Expression In Piglets,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Postnatal Ontogeny Of Small Intestinal Histomorphology, Crypt Cell Proliferation And Peptide Transporter 1 Gene Expression In Piglets, Boonrit Thongsong, Sureerat Suthongsa, Massupha Wiyaporn
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Ontogeny of the morphology, cell proliferation, and peptide transporters in each region of the small intestine support optimal nutritional status and growth of pigs from early to later life. To assess these, growth of piglets was studied at birth (d 0), suckling (d 7), weaning (d 21) and post-weaning (d 28, 49 and 77) days. Hematology, small intestinal histomorphology, crypt cell proliferation, and peptide transporter 1 (PepT1) mRNA expression were measured from the animals at newborn, and at 7, 21, 49 and 77 days old. Among the three age groups (newborn to 21, 21 to 28 and 21 to 77 …
Quantitative-Genetic Analysis Of Growth Intensity Of Autochthonous Breeds Mangalitsa Pigs Reared In Traditional And Modern Systems,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Quantitative-Genetic Analysis Of Growth Intensity Of Autochthonous Breeds Mangalitsa Pigs Reared In Traditional And Modern Systems, Dragomir Lukač, Radoslav Šević, Vitomir Vidović, Nikola Puvača, Vladimir Tomović, Natalija Džinić
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The aim of this study was to analyse growth intensity of Mangalitsa pig breed reared in two different systems, traditional and modern (intensive), which provides basic indicators of the economy of the rearing of this pig breed. The study included 13 litters (78 pigs) of Mangalitsa reared in the traditional system (MTS) and 13 litters (98 pigs) reared in the modern system (MMS). In the rearing phase there were 60 MTS piglets and 90 MMS piglets, and in the fattening phase 53 MTS pigs and 71 MMS pigs. Genetic parameters were estimated using the restricted maximum likelihood (REML) procedure based …
Effects Of Dietary Betaine Supplementation On Back Fat Thickness And Serum Igf-1 In Late Finishing Pigs,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Effects Of Dietary Betaine Supplementation On Back Fat Thickness And Serum Igf-1 In Late Finishing Pigs, Muttarin Lothong, Kittipong Tachampa, Pornchalit Assavacheep, Kris Angkanaporn
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study was performed in finishing pigs to investigate the effects of betaine HCl on carcass fat deposition and lipid metabolism in relation to growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) alterations. Sixty cross-bred finishing pigs (30 gilts and 30 barrows) with an average initial body weight of 74.0±1.8 kg were randomly allocated into two groups, each with six replicate pens. Each group was fed either 0% or 0.125% betaine HCl supplementation for 41 days. Results showed that the betaine HCl supplementation had no effect on growth performance (P>0.05). In the betaine-supplemented group, Lenden-speck-quotient index, average back …
Performance Analysis Of The Combined Plug-Flow Anaerobic Digester (Pfad) And Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (Uasb) For Treating Swine Wastewater In Thailand,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Performance Analysis Of The Combined Plug-Flow Anaerobic Digester (Pfad) And Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (Uasb) For Treating Swine Wastewater In Thailand, Chackrit Nuengjamnong, Pichaya Rachdawong
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The objective of this research was to analyze the overall performance, especially the removal efficiency, of the combined plug-flow anaerobic digester (PFAD) and upflow anaerobic sludge blanket (UASB) system, at a large swine farm in Thailand. Eighty-four wastewater samples from the digester were collected during the observation period of 302 days. Appropriate influent and effluent regions were selected for wastewater collection. Treatment efficiencies of the system were evaluated by key parameters such as chemical oxygen demand (COD), soluble chemical oxygen demand (SCOD), total solids (TS), total suspended solids (TSS) and total Kjeldahl nitrogen (TKN). In addition, microbiological parameters such as …
Prrsv Genetic Variation After The 2010 Hp-Prrsv Introduction In Thailand,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Prrsv Genetic Variation After The 2010 Hp-Prrsv Introduction In Thailand, Korakrit Poonsuk, Jirapat Arunorat, Nanthiya Iampraphat, Komkrich Teankum, Roongroje Thanawongnuwech
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
After the first introduction of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) into Thailand, Thai type 1 PRRSV has existed in the Thai swine population and caused subclinical diseases while type 2 PRRSV, which most PRRSV isolates belong to, has caused moderate to severe diseases. Highly pathogenic-PRRSV (HP-PRRSV) has recently emerged in Thailand, causing significant damages since its first introduction in 2010. Genetic characterization of Thai PRRSV isolates collected from several clinically affected swine herds distributed in different geographical locations in 2012 was analyzed using a comparative analysis between 2 hyper-variable regions, NSP2 and ORF5. Eleven selected PRRSV clinical samples …
Quantitative Method For Detecting Staphylococcus Aureus Using Bio-Theta Doxtm System,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Quantitative Method For Detecting Staphylococcus Aureus Using Bio-Theta Doxtm System, Shouichi Tanno, Naoki Fukui, Yukihiro Utaka, Yumiko Itabashi, Yukio Morita, Sumalee Boonmar
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
We developed a novel quantitative method for detecting S. aureus using the DOXTM system. A total of 19 strains of S. aureus, and 36 strains of non-S. aureus containing 27 species were examined. The mean positive rate of the high- (103 CFU/ml), medium- (102 CFU/ml), and low-concentration (10 CFU/ml) S. aureus samples was all 100%. The relationship between detection time and bacterial count of the 19 S. aureus had a good linear calibration curve. For the 36 non-S. aureus samples, the mean negative rates for the high-concentration (106 CFU/ml) samples and the medium-concentration (103 CFU/ml) samples were both 94.4% (34/36). …
Detection Of Giant Fibres In Undernourished Fetal Sheep Muscle,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Detection Of Giant Fibres In Undernourished Fetal Sheep Muscle, Berjan Demirtas
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
During an investigation the occurrence of giant muscle fibres was noted in fetal sheep skeletal muscle. The opportunity was, therefore, taken to clarify the histochemical and ultrastructural characteristics of these fibres and to understand if environmental stress such as maternal undernutrition during gestation affects the occurrence of these giant fibres in fetal sheep muscle. Welsh mountain ewes were randomly assigned to either the control group or the nutrient restricted group. The restricted animals received 50% of their daily nutritional requirement from the time of conception until 70 days of gestation and then 100% of their daily nutritional requirement thereafter. The …
Prevalence Of Clostridium Perfringens Β2-Toxin In Sheep And Goat Population In Punjab, Pakistan,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Prevalence Of Clostridium Perfringens Β2-Toxin In Sheep And Goat Population In Punjab, Pakistan, Mudassar Mohiuddin, Zahid Iqbal, Sajjad Ur Rahman
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Clostridium perfringens presents persistent threat to small animals in causing moderate to severe enterotoxemia. The pathogenicity of C. perfringens depends on the production of four major toxins. In addition to the major toxins, beta2 (β2) toxin, a minor toxin, is also produced by some strains of C. perfringens. In this study, a total of 107 fecal samples collected from healthy and diseased sheep and goats were cultured and processed for biochemical analysis. On the basis of biochemical characterization, 61 isolates were confirmed as C. perfringens. In order to detect C. perfringens types, multiplex PCR assay was carried out for the …
Perineal Hernia Containing Pregnant Uterus In A Doe,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Perineal Hernia Containing Pregnant Uterus In A Doe, E. Sinem Ozdemir Salci, Baris Guner
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A Saanen Maltese mixed-breed doe, about 5 years old, at last gestation, was presented with a complaint of a gradually enlarging swelling on the caudo-ventral area of the abdomen and proximal part of the udders. In clinical examination, abdominal distension and enlargement, a swelling beginning at the right perineal region and extending to the caudo-ventral area of the abdomen and the dorsal site of the udders, were observed. Two fetus and their organs (extremities) were felt by palpation of the swelling. Pulsations of the yeanlings in the swelling were determined by ultrasonographic examination. Vaginal examination result was normal and cervix …
A Case Of Pyometra With Leiomyoma, Paraovarian Cyst And Sutured Vagina In A Bitch,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
A Case Of Pyometra With Leiomyoma, Paraovarian Cyst And Sutured Vagina In A Bitch, Murside Ayse Demirel, Duygu Baki Acar
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The present case report describes a 6-year-old, mixed-breed bitch that was referred due to anorexia, polyuria, polydipsia, and lethargy for 2 weeks. The bitch had been spayed 4 years previously at a different clinic. Vaginal inspection by speculum and cytology was not possible because the vaginal canal had been closed surgically. Stump pyometra was suspected upon ultrasonographic and clinical examination. However, the whole uterus and ovaries were observed during surgery. Thus, the bitch had in fact not been spayed as noted anamnesis, but rather the vagina had been sutured to prevent copulation. Histopathological analysis of the uterus and ovaries revealed …
Ichthyosis Congenita In A Calf: Case Report,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Ichthyosis Congenita In A Calf: Case Report, Saeed Azimpour, Farhang Sasani, Parham Mottaghian, Amin Anoushepour
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The purpose of this report was to present the clinical and pathological features of ichthyosis congenital observed in a cross-bred Holstein calf. The calf showed regions of alopecia and moderately thickened, fissured skin at birth. The major dermatopathological feature was diffuse lamellar orthokeratotic hyperkeratosis with severe multiple follicular keratosis along with mild acanthosis. The definitive diagnosis was based on history, physical examination, and dermatopathological findings.
Ecg Quiz,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Piyasiri Glangosol, Anusak Kijtawornrat, Saikaew Sutayatram
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Ophthalmology Snapshot,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
What Is Your Diagnosis?,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
What Is Your Diagnosis?, Nan Choisunirachon
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Evidence Of Ranavirus In A Green Tree Frog (Litoria Caerulea) In Captive Zoo,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Evidence Of Ranavirus In A Green Tree Frog (Litoria Caerulea) In Captive Zoo, Nopadon Pirarat, Angkana Sommanustweechai, Somporn Techangamsuwan
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Ranavirus is one of the causative agents responsible for the rapid decline in amphibian populations worldwide. The objectives of this study were to detect and to genetically characterize ranavirus infection in 36 liver tissues obtained from dead imported zoo amphibians in Thailand. Polymerase chain reaction and molecular phylogenetic analysis was performed based on nucleotide sequences containing major capsid protein gene. Results showed 1 positive sample (~531 bp) from a green tree frog (Litoria caerulea). The virus was highly homologous (98%) and closely related to ranavirus. Our results extend the risk and evidence of ranavirus infection in zoo amphibian in Thailand.
Molecular Characterization Of Histomonas Meleagridis In Clinical Samples Of Chickens From Eastern China,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Molecular Characterization Of Histomonas Meleagridis In Clinical Samples Of Chickens From Eastern China, Jinjun Xu, Chanbao Qu, Pin Guo, Zhennan Zhuo, Dandan Liu, Jianping Tao
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Histomonas meleagridis (H. meleagridis) is a protozoan parasite that may cause histomoniasis, a disease of special importance to the poultry industry and public health. The molecular characterization of H. meleagridis in China has not been established. The 5.8S and flanking ITS regions were amplified by polymerase chain reaction from 15 liver samples of chickens which were preliminarily diagnosed with H. meleagridis infection by observing clinical symptoms and macroscopic changes in the organs in Eastern China between 2012 and 2013. The obtained sequences were aligned and compared with other known sequences of H. meleagridis and related protozoan species based on ITS1-5.8S …
Rna Interference Targeting Glycoprotein D Inhibits Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis Virus Replication In Mdbk Cells,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Rna Interference Targeting Glycoprotein D Inhibits Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis Virus Replication In Mdbk Cells, Lingling Song, Hui Zhang, Hongmei Wang, Peili Hou, Xianzhu Xia, Hongbin He
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) is an acute, febrile, contagious disease caused by infectious bovine rhinotracheitis virus (IBRV). IBRV vaccine is considered to be partially effective but not yet completely successful. Therefore, establishing a new antiviral approach is critical. RNA interference (RNAi) has been rapidly developed in recent years as an antiviral therapy for several viruses. This study showed that RNAi could suppress IBRV replication via knockdown of a virion glycoprotein. Two recombinant lentiviral vectors containing short hairpin RNAs (shRNAs) (H1-RNA-121, H1-RNA-304) against the glycoprotein gD of IBRV and a pcDNA3-gD vector containing a FLAG tag were constructed. pcDNA3-gD and the …
Efficacy Of Different Vaccination Programs Of Live 4/91 Strain Against Thai Qx-Like Infectious Bronchitis Virus In Broiler Chickens,
2016
Chulalongkorn University
Efficacy Of Different Vaccination Programs Of Live 4/91 Strain Against Thai Qx-Like Infectious Bronchitis Virus In Broiler Chickens, Tawatchai Pohuang, Sarawut Tanasatian, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Thai QX-like infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) has caused problems in commercial chicken farms as well as small farms in many parts of Thailand. This study investigated the level of protection generated by vaccination with different IBV vaccination programs, 4/91 strain against Thai QX-like IBV. One hundred 1 day old female broiler chickens were randomly divided into 5 groups of 20 chickens each. The chickens in Group 1 were vaccinated with Ma5 strain IBV vaccine at 1 day old and with 4/91 strain IBV vaccine at 14 days old. The chickens in Group 2 were vaccinated with Ma5 and simultaneously with …
