Investigation Of Avian Polyomavirus And Psittacine Beak And Feather Disease Virus In Parrots In Taiwan,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Investigation Of Avian Polyomavirus And Psittacine Beak And Feather Disease Virus In Parrots In Taiwan, Sheng-Chang Chung, Ching-Dong Chang, Perng-Chih Shen, Wei Lin, Chiu-Huang Ting, Hung-Yi Wu
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study aimed to understand the related statistics of APV and PBFDV in parrots, such as the positive percentage and the distributions of various ages, seasons, breeds and areas, in order to obtain more information on the health care of captive parrots in Taiwan today. Blood samples were collected from parrots that were household pets and from commercial aviaries in the northern (e.g. Taipei), central (e.g. Taichung) and southern (e.g. Kaohsiung) Taiwan regions randomly. Collection targets were mainly small and medium species such as Psittacula krameri and others such as Psittacus erithacus. Sixty samples were collected every month and a …
Nutrient Digestibility, Fermentation Pattern, Blood Biochemical Level And Inflammatory Response Of Nulliparous Dairy Goats Fed With Various Levels Of Oil Palm Fronds,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Nutrient Digestibility, Fermentation Pattern, Blood Biochemical Level And Inflammatory Response Of Nulliparous Dairy Goats Fed With Various Levels Of Oil Palm Fronds, Ulia Renfelia Baysi, Pramote Paengkoum, Wanwisa Ngampongsai, Chaiyawan Wattanachant, Pin Chanjula, Pitunart Noosen
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study was conducted to investigate the effect of oil palm frond (OPF) inclusion in total mixed ration (TMR) diets on nutrient digestibility, fermentation pattern, blood biochemical level and inflammatory response in nulliparous dairy goats. Three nulliparous female dairy goats (Saanen x Thai native, 33.88±1.78 kg) were randomly assigned in a 3x3 Latin square design. The diets consisted of 0% OPF (CON), 20% OPF (LOPF) and 40% OPF (HOPF) on a dry matter (DM) basis. The inclusion of OPF in the diets significantly increased the DM and nutrient intake of the dairy goats (p<0.05). There was no significant difference in the digestibility of DM, organic matter and crude protein of LOPF and HOPF, (p>0.05) but those were significantly higher …
Immune-Responsiveness, Performance And Blood Chemistry Of Broiler Chickens Fed Black Cumin Seed And/Or Turmeric,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Immune-Responsiveness, Performance And Blood Chemistry Of Broiler Chickens Fed Black Cumin Seed And/Or Turmeric, Sabry M. El-Bahr, A. Al-Ankari, Saad Shousha
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Two hundred and fifty one-day old broiler chicks were used to evaluate the effect of black seeds and/or turmeric on performance and immune response to Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV), Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV) and Infectious Bursal Disease virus (IBDV) in broiler chickens of six weeks of age. The birds were divided into five groups (50 birds in each) with 5 replicates (10 birds each). Birds in the first group were fed a basal diet and served as a control. Birds of groups 2-5 were fed a basal diet mixed with black seed (20g/ kg basal diet), turmeric (20g/ kg basal …
Retrospective Analysis Of The Incidence, Aetiology And Risk Factors Of Sepsis Based On Post-Mortem Examination Records In Ruminants,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Retrospective Analysis Of The Incidence, Aetiology And Risk Factors Of Sepsis Based On Post-Mortem Examination Records In Ruminants, Batrisyia Syazana Faridon, Mohd Zamri-Saad, Annas Salleh
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Sepsis is an important disease in both humans and animals. In animals, it is usually caused by septicaemia after infection and has not been well-studied. This article describes a retrospective analysis of sepsis cases in small and large ruminants submitted to the Post-Mortem Laboratory, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universiti Putra Malaysia between the years 2007 and 2017. The incidence of sepsis was found to be at 40.5% in small ruminants and 38.6% in large ruminants. In both small and large ruminants, sepsis was mainly caused by bacterial infection, which was significantly (p<0.05) higher compared to parasitic and viral infections. Most cases of sepsis occur due to infections originating from the gastrointestinal tract and this is followed by the respiratory tract. Escherichia coli has been found to be the most common bacterial pathogen of sepsis in ruminants; significantly (p<0.05) higher compared to other bacterial pathogens like Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pasteurella sp., and Staphylococcus aureus. Sepsis involving E. coli has often resulted in pure isolation of the pathogen, thus being suggestive of a single infection. Underlying or concurrent infection is the most important risk factor leading to sepsis in ruminants, with significant difference (p<0.05) compared to other risk factors such as stress or malnutrition. Associations between the gastrointestinal system as the point of entry and sepsis caused by either E. coli or K. pneumoniae have been noted. This study provides an insight into a basic understanding of sepsis in ruminants.
The Effect Of Low-Level Laser Therapy On Rat Unicortical Femoral Defect,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
The Effect Of Low-Level Laser Therapy On Rat Unicortical Femoral Defect, Latif Emrah Yanmaz, Ugur Ersoz, Sitkican Okur, Betul Apaydin Yildirim, Selim Comakli, Yavuz Selim Sağlam, Elif Dogan, Ozhan Karatas, Ferda Turgut, Zafer Okumuş
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in the healing of experimentally created unicortical defect (UCD) of rat femurs. Twenty-four adult Wister rats were randomly divided into 2 groups: UCD and UCD+LLLT. The animals were subdivided into 3 groups (each group had 4 animals) and then they sacrificed at day 8, 15 and 22 for radiological, pathological and biochemical analysis. Bone healing was significantly different between the groups at day 15 and 22 (P < 0.05), while bone formation was significantly increased in the UCD+LLLT group at day 22 compared to the UCD group (P < 0.05). On histopathological examination, significant difference was found between the UCD and UCD+LLLT groups on the 22nd day (P < 0.05) while there was no difference on the 8th and 15th day. In the UCD group, the plasma Alkaline phosphatase activity decreased on the 15th and 22nd days, Calcium on the 15th day and Phosphorus on the 8th and 22nd days compared to the UCD+LLLT group. In addition, Glutathione levels, Plasma Catalase, Glutathione Peroxidase and Superoxide Dismutase activity significantly reduced in the UCD group compared with UCD+LLLT on the 8th, 15th and 22nd day (P < 0.05). In conclusion, LLLT applied at a dose of 904µm accelerates fracture healing in UCD of a rat’s femur. However, this effect shows an increase after the 22nd day of LLLT application.
Administration Of The Α-Tocopherol For Repairing Testicle Histological Damage In Rats Exposed To Dioxin,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Administration Of The Α-Tocopherol For Repairing Testicle Histological Damage In Rats Exposed To Dioxin, Wurlina Wurlina, Imam Mustofa, Dewa Ketut Meles, Sri Mulyati, Desak Ketut Sekar Cempaka Putri, Niluh Suwasanti
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study aims to determine the α-tocopherol effect on repairing histological damage to the testicles of rats exposed to 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin. The testicle histological damage and repairs were evaluated based on spermatogenic staging changes, seminiferous tubule diameter and the thickness of the epithelium. A total of 100 rats were divided into five groups. The control group (CG) rats only received a placebo. Meanwhile, in treatment groups, rats were exposed to dioxin 700 ng/kg/BW/day and four hours later they received a 0, 77, 140 and 259 α-tocopherol mg/kg/BW/day in the T0, T1, T2 and T3 groups, respectively. Dioxin exposure and α-tocopherol administration …
Multidrug Resistant Escherichia Coli Harboring Extendedspectrum Β-Lactamase-Encoding Genes Isolated From Clinically Healthy Pigs,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Multidrug Resistant Escherichia Coli Harboring Extendedspectrum Β-Lactamase-Encoding Genes Isolated From Clinically Healthy Pigs, Khin Khin Lay, Haidee E. Torio, Asinamai Athliamai Bitrus, Wanida Mala, Nuananong Sinwat, Rungtip Chuanchuen
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A total of 292 E. coli isolates obtained from fecal samples from pigs in Central (n = 103) and Northeastern (n = 189) provinces of Thailand were included in this study. Eighty-six E. coli isolates were phenotypically confirmed to be β- lactamases producers and screened for the presence of β-lactamase genes. The CTX-M family was most frequently identified (90.7%). The blaCTX-M-15 gene belonging to CTX-M group I (59.3%) was the most predominantly identified CTX-M genotype followed by blaCTX-M-14 (31.4%) and blaCTX-M-4 (25.6%). The blaTEM-1 gene was prevalent (75.6%). The blaCTX-M-4 and blaCTX-M-14 genes were located on conjugative plasmid. The results …
Occurrence And Sequence Type Of Antimicrobial Resistant Salmonella Spp. Circulating In Antibiotic-Free Organic Pig Farms Of Northern-Thailand,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Occurrence And Sequence Type Of Antimicrobial Resistant Salmonella Spp. Circulating In Antibiotic-Free Organic Pig Farms Of Northern-Thailand, Pakpoom Tadee, Prapas Patchanee, Ben Pascoe, Samuel K. Sheppard, Dethaloun Meunsene, Tunyamai Buawiratlert, Phacharaporn Tadee
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Salmonella is one of the major foodborne pathogens, often as the result of pork consumption. Currently, with the situation of antimicrobial resistance, organic farming has been suggested as an alternative for healthier options. However, there is little evidence to support this. In this study, we investigated the occurrence of Salmonella circulating in local organic pig farms in northern Thailand and typed isolated clones to better understand the population structure and transmission dynamics of the underlying Salmonella contamination. In total, 112 samples from 11 organic pig farms were processed from October to December 2018. Salmonella was detected in 9 targeted farms. …
Possibility Of Trypsin Treated Dog Erythrocytes As Universal Blood: Evaluation By Ftir Microspectroscopy,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Possibility Of Trypsin Treated Dog Erythrocytes As Universal Blood: Evaluation By Ftir Microspectroscopy, Pornphimon Metheenukul, Kanjana Thumanu, Thanit Metheenukul
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A common canine erythrocyte antigen is DEA 1.1 but it is the most immunogenic. In this study, Fourier transformed infrared (FTIR) microspectroscopy was used to examine the alterations of membrane biomolecules in trypsin-treated DEA 1.1+ canine erythrocytes. Production of canine DEA 1.1- erythrocytes was achieved by treating DEA 1.1+ red cells (5% cell suspension) with 1 mg/ml trypsin for 120 mins, without affecting the intracellular 2,3-diphosphoglycerate level. FTIR microspectroscopy was employed to study the effects of trypsin-treatment on canine trypsinized red cell membrane components. Production of canine DEA 1.1- erythrocytes was achieved without affecting the intracellular 2,3-diphosphoglycerate level. The FTIR …
A Rapid Fecal Immunochemical Test For Gastrointestinal Bleeding Detection In Cynomolgus Macaques (Macaca Fascicularis),
2021
Chulalongkorn University
A Rapid Fecal Immunochemical Test For Gastrointestinal Bleeding Detection In Cynomolgus Macaques (Macaca Fascicularis), Taratorn Kemthong, Krittiga Sapkanarak, Piyachada Rounmakok, Thipchompoo Sing-Ayudthaya, Lalitta Suriya-Arunroj, Florian Föger, Martin Werle, Suchinda Malaivijitnond
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
We used the Fecal Immunochemical Occult Blood Test (FIT) kit, a lateral flow immunochromatographic assay specific for human hemoglobin, on cynomolgus monkeys (Macaca fascicularis). We aimed to employ this test to detect gastrointestinal injury in captive animals at the National Primate Research Center of Thailand-Chulalongkorn University (NPRCT-CU). The cross-reactivity and sensitivity of the test for monkey blood were determined and compared with the human blood. The anti-human hemoglobin antibody of the FIT kit reacted with the monkey blood in a similar way as it did with humans and the intensity (T/C ratio) values between the two data sets closely correlated …
Effects Of Medium-Chain Free Fatty Acids On Performance, Some Biochemical Parameters And Meat Fatty Acids Profile Of Broiler Chickens,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Effects Of Medium-Chain Free Fatty Acids On Performance, Some Biochemical Parameters And Meat Fatty Acids Profile Of Broiler Chickens, Mehmet Demi̇rci̇, Mehmet Başalan
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of the addition of caprylic (octanoic, C8:0), capric (decanoic, C10:0) and lauric (dodecanoic, C12:0) acids from medium-chain free fatty acids to broiler diets. A total of 120 one-dayold male broiler chicks (Ross 308) were used and the study was conducted on 4 main groups of broilers; one control and three trials. The birds in the control group was fed an unadulterated basal diet and those in the experimental groups were fed with 0.2% of caprylic, capric and lauric acids (in addition to a basal diet) respectively. In the study, there …
Downregulation Of Kynurenine 3-Monooxygenase Inhibits Cancer Stemness-Related Genes In Both Human And Canine Breast Tumor Cell Lines,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Downregulation Of Kynurenine 3-Monooxygenase Inhibits Cancer Stemness-Related Genes In Both Human And Canine Breast Tumor Cell Lines, Chia-Tang Chen, Chiao-Hsu Ke, Hsin-Pei Weng, Chi-Hsun Liao, Chen-Si Lin
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Canine mammary tumors (CMT) and human breast cancer (HBC) are the most frequent cancers in both female dogs and women worldwide, and they share an urgency for the development of effective markers. Overexpression of kynurenine 3-monooxygenase (KMO), a secondary enzyme of the kynurenine pathway, has been shown to indicate poor prognosis in CMT patients. To further investigate the role of KMO in mammary tumor development, we first analyzed the significant pathways related to KMO from the Database for Annotation, Visualization and Integrated Discovery (DAVID). The results revealed that several Kyoto Encyclopedias of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways might correlate with …
Molecular Evidence Of Cryptosporidiosis In Farmed Blue Foxes (Vulpes Lagopus) And Raccoon Dogs (Nyctereutes Procyonoides) In Heilongjiang, China,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Molecular Evidence Of Cryptosporidiosis In Farmed Blue Foxes (Vulpes Lagopus) And Raccoon Dogs (Nyctereutes Procyonoides) In Heilongjiang, China, Shakeel Hussain, Lixin Wang, Zhijun Hou
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Cryptosporidium, an important zoonotic protozoan, causes Cryptosporidiosis in humans as well as in animals. This study aimed to identify Cryptosporidiosis in farmed fur animals (Blue Fox and Raccoon Dogs). A total of 283 specimens (223 foxes, 60 Raccoon dogs) were screened through nested-PCR by targeting the actin gene. The results showed the overall prevalence of cryptosporidiosis was 9.1% where the prevalence in foxes and raccoon dogs was 9.1% and 8.3%, respectively. The prevalence in males (15%) was significantly higher than that in females (5.7%). The findings of this study portrayed new knowledge that foxes and raccoon dogs are likely to …
A Novel Custom-Made External Fixator For Treating Femur Fractures In Goats,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
A Novel Custom-Made External Fixator For Treating Femur Fractures In Goats, Hsu-Hsun Lee, Ting-Sheng Lin, Lee-Shuan Lin, Cheng-Shu Chung, Shyh-Shyan Liu, Huan-Yu Hsu, Ching-Hou Ma, Jai-Wei Lee
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
External fixation is commonly used to treat long bone fractures in goats. It provides good enough stabilization on fractures to improve healing, minimizes soft tissue injury and only causes mild obstruction of the blood supply around the wounds. However, the large size and heavy weight of traditional external fixators (TEFs) cause them leave something to be desired. In this study, the feasibility of a novel custom-made external fixator (CMEF) for treating femoral fractures in goats was evaluated. Three one-year-old Anglo-Nubian female goats were subjected to experimental femoral fractures to their left femur with a CMEF installed for fixation. To evaluate …
Left Lateral Liver Lobe Torsion In A Siamese Cat,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Left Lateral Liver Lobe Torsion In A Siamese Cat, Dongwook Kim, Ki-Jeong Na, Dongwoo Chang, Gonhyung Kim
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A 6-year-old neutered male Siamese cat was presented with an acute onset of vomiting, anorexia and lethargy lasting for four days. An abdominal mass was palpated on physical examination. The cat showed severe anemia, elevated liver enzymes and hypoalbuminemia. Abdominal ultrasonography revealed a suspected hepatic mass without blood flow within the affected region. Computed tomography was performed to better visualize the abdominal cavity and blood flow. Prompt diagnosis of torsion of the left lateral liver lobe was made and immediate surgery for liver lobectomy was performed. Histopathological examination revealed no evidence of neoplasia. The cat remained clinically normal during the …
Generalized Enamel Hypoplasia In A Dog: A Case Report,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Generalized Enamel Hypoplasia In A Dog: A Case Report, Issarin Sittijarusub, Panithi Sukho, Patchamon Supannawapat, Namphung Suemanotham
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A one-year-old, spayed female Welsh Corgi dog referred to the dental and oral clinic with chief complaint of apparent pitted, rough teeth surfaces, stained a tan to dark brown color. The dog was diagnosed with diffused enamel hypoplasia with no evidence of endodontic disease or malformation of tooth root. A restorative procedure with nanohybrid composite resin was performed. After treatment, the dog showed a good outcome with a smooth tooth surface, restorative material replaced to cover the previous defect and no evidence of pain or discomfort. Even though enamel hypoplasia is a rare, this condition remains an important problem that …
The Use Of Human Suprapubic Bladder Catheter To Manage Obstructive Urolithiasis In A Saanen Buck,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
The Use Of Human Suprapubic Bladder Catheter To Manage Obstructive Urolithiasis In A Saanen Buck, Nurul Hayah Khairuddin, Mark Wen Han Hiew, Syahirah Ahmad Affandi, Azim Salahudin Muhamad, Nur Asyikin Haron, Rozanaliza Radzi, Chen Hui Cheng, Ganesh Vythilingam
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A three-year-old Saanen buck presented with a complaint of stranguria for 24 hours. A physical examination revealed that the perineal urethra was turgid, swollen, and tender, and the urinary bladder was distended. The goat was diagnosed with obstructive urolithiasis. A percutaneous tube cystotomy technique was performed to relieve progressive urinary bladder distension. Using a human suprapubic urinary bladder catheter system, the technique was performed twice due to the recurrence of the blocked urethra. Following drainage of the urine, all vital parameters returned to normal. After surgical cystotomy, an intraoperative observation revealed the urinary bladder was filled with white sandy urolith, …
Radiographic And Ultrasonographic Appearances Of Chronic Tenosynovitis Of The Lateral Extensor Tendon At The Right Tarsus In An Argentinian Polo Pony,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Radiographic And Ultrasonographic Appearances Of Chronic Tenosynovitis Of The Lateral Extensor Tendon At The Right Tarsus In An Argentinian Polo Pony, Metha Chanda, Ananya Pongpradit, Wutthiwong Theerapan, Attapon Kamlangdee, Chanikarn Puangthong, Thapana Jarutummasiri
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A 19-year-old polo pony presented with mild lameness alongside a lateral protuberance of the right tarsus. Radiographic findings revealed various defects, including an osteochondral lesion of the medial trochlear ridge of the talus, a sclerotic lesion of the tarsometatarsal joint, a radiolucent area on the distal border of the fourth tarsal bone and an enthesophyte at the proximolateral aspect of the metatarsal bone. Ultrasonography demonstrated the interesting finding of synovial sheath thickening of the lateral extensor tendon with synovial fluid accumulation. In addition, the presence of neutrophils and a granular mucinous background, according to cytological analysis of the fluid, indicated …
Case Report: Peripheral Iridectomy And Sclerectomy For Uveitic Glaucoma In A Labrador Retriever,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Case Report: Peripheral Iridectomy And Sclerectomy For Uveitic Glaucoma In A Labrador Retriever, Natthanet Sritrakoon, Aree Thayananuphat
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
A 4-year-old male Labrador retriever dog presented with a history of conjunctivitis OU and mild buphthalmos OS for one week. Ophthalmic examination revealed corneal edema, conjunctivitis, iritis, aqueous flare, posterior synechia, fibrin on the anterior lens capsule, increased intraocular pressure (IOP =30 mmHg OD; IOP = 48 mmHg OS), weak positive menace response, brisk positive dazzle reflex and negative pupillary light reflex OU. The iridocorneal angle could not be visualized due to corneal edema. Physical examination, hematology and blood chemistry results were normal. Both eyes were diagnosed as having glaucoma and uveitis. Topical prednisolone acetate, atropine sulfate, brinzolamide and timolol …
Brown Treesnake Mortality After Aerial
Application Of Toxic Baits,
2021
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Brown Treesnake Mortality After Aerial Application Of Toxic Baits, Scott M. Goetz, Eric T. Hileman, Melia G. Nafus, Amy A. Yackel Adams, Amanda R. Bryant, Robert N. Reed, Shane R. Siers
United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications
Quantitative evaluation of control tools for managing invasive species is necessary to assess overall effectiveness and individual variation in treatment susceptibility. Invasive brown treesnakes (Boiga irregularis) on Guam have caused severe ecological and economic effects, pose a risk of accidental introduction to other islands, and are the greatest impediment to the reestablishment of extirpated native fauna. An aerial delivery system for rodent‐based toxic baits can reduce brown treesnake abundance and heterogeneity among individuals may influence bait attraction or toxicant susceptibility. Previous baiting trials have either been simulated aerial treatments or relied on slightly different bait capsule compositions and the results …
