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Özkan H, Yazlık MO, Keçeli HH, Vural SA, Müştak İB, Kaya U, Altınbaş YF, Vural MR. Expression patterns of inflammatory and oxidative stress-related genes in the uterine and ovarian tissues of dogs diagnosed with pyometra based on cervical patency status. Theriogenology 2024; 228:1-8. [PMID: 39068700 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2024.07.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2024] [Revised: 07/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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This study aimed to investigate the expression patterns of genes associated with inflammation and oxidative stress in ovarian and uterine tissues of dogs with pyometra, categorized by cervical status (open cervix or closed cervix), which influences disease severity. The control group comprised healthy animals undergoing elective ovariohysterectomy. Tissue inflammatory gene expression and Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were determined while microbial and histopathological examinations were conducted, along with immunohistochemical evaluations. In the closed-cervix group, uterine TNF and IL6 were upregulated approximately 10-fold while IL10 was upregulated nearly 5-fold. TNF expression differed remarkably between the pyometra groups. In the closed-cervix group, PTGS2 and HMOX1 were upregulated approximately 5-fold whereas NFE2L2 expression was downregulated. The closed-cervix group also had the highest uterine MDA levels. Regarding ovarian tissue, MDA levels were higher in the closed-cervix group than in the open-cervix group while IL10 expression was lower in the closed-cervix group than the open-cervix group. In the closed-cervix group, NFE2L2 was downregulated whereas HMOX1 was upregulated. Uterine TNF levels were positively correlated with IL6, IL10, PTGS2, and HMOX1, but negatively correlated with NFE2L2. IL6 was positively correlated with IL10, PTGS2, and HMOX1. NFE2L2 was negatively correlated with IL6 and HMOX1. IL10 was positively correlated with PTGS2 and HMOX1. MDA was positively correlated with TNF, IL6, IL10, PTGS2, NFE2L2, and HMOX1. TNF levels were positively correlated with ovarian PTGS2, and with IL6 and NFE2L2. MDA was positively correlated with PTGS2 and HMOX1. MDA could be an important biomarker for understanding the severity of pyometra. Moreover, TNF expression and its relationships with various studied parameters such as IL10 may contribute to treatment and prognostic biomarker studies in closed-cervix pyometra pathology.
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- Hüseyin Özkan
- Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Genetics, 31060, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 06070 Ankara, Turkey.
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- Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Genetics, 31060 Hatay, Turkey.
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- Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Pathology, 06070 Ankara, Turkey.
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- Ankara University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Department of Microbiology, 06070, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Biostatistics, 31060, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 06070 Ankara, Turkey; Ankara University Graduate School of Health Sciences, 06110, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 06070 Ankara, Turkey
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Xavier RGC, Santana CH, da Silva PHS, Paraguassú AO, Nicolino RR, Freitas PMC, Santos RDL, Silva ROS. Association between bacterial pathogenicity, endometrial histological changes and clinical prognosis in canine pyometra. Theriogenology 2024; 214:118-123. [PMID: 37865019 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2023.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/23/2023]
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Despite the high frequency and clinical relevance of canine pyometra, its pathogenesis remains poorly understood. In this study, the clinical data, histopathological alterations, and microbiological findings of 39 dogs with pyometra were analyzed to assess possible associations. The mean age of the affected animals was 9.6 ± 3.8 years; 76.3 % (29/38) had open cervix pyometra, 88 % (22/25) had tachypnea, 71 % (27/38) had anorexia, and 60.5 % (23/38) had leukocytosis. Histopathological analysis revealed that 66.5 % (26/39) of the uteri had a high degree of inflammation (score 4). Third-degree hyperplasia of the endometrial epithelium (72 %, 28/39) and intralesional or intrauterine bacteria (66.5 %, 26/39) were identified in most animals. Bacterial isolates were obtained from 82 % (32/39) of the uterine contents and five bacterial species were identified. Escherichia coli, classified in phylogroup B2, is associated with virulent adhesion genes (fimH, focG, and papC), and serum resistance (traT) was the most common isolate. There was an association between the detection of papC in E. coli isolates and higher necrosis scores. Additionally, the necrosis score was positively associated with the length of hospitalization, with each point increase in the necrosis score leading to two more days of hospitalization. These results suggest that papC-positive E. coli play an important role in the severity of pyometra in dogs. The present study revealed the possibility of using this virulence gene to better understand the prognosis of the disease in an affected animal.
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- Rafael Gariglio Clark Xavier
- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil
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- Escola de Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Antônio Carlos Avenue, 6627, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31.270-901, Brazil.
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Xavier RGC, Santana CH, de Castro YG, de Souza TGV, do Amarante VS, Santos RL, Silva ROS. Canine Pyometra: A Short Review of Current Advances. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:3310. [PMID: 37958065 PMCID: PMC10647846 DOI: 10.3390/ani13213310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Pyometra, characterized by the accumulation of purulent exudate in the uterus, is the most prevalent reproductive disease in canines. While the disease often begins with mild local symptoms, it can escalate into peritonitis, sepsis, and multi-organ dysfunction, thereby posing a significant threat to life. Despite the high incidence and recognized significance of canine pyometra, gaps persist in our understanding of its epidemiology, etiology, and pathogenesis. Recent studies have, however, broadened our comprehension of this disease, shedding light on potential new infection sources, etiologies, and the application of clinical predictive biomarkers and new therapeutic protocols. This study aimed to review the current understanding of canine pyometra, with particular emphasis on the latest research concerning its etiology and epidemiology. Furthermore, it addressed key research questions and proposed directions for future investigations into various facets of canine pyometra.
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Ylhäinen A, Mölsä S, Grönthal T, Junnila J, Rantala M, Laitinen-Vapaavuori O, Thomson K. A double-blinded randomized placebo-controlled non-inferiority trial protocol for postoperative infections associated with canine pyometra. BMC Vet Res 2023; 19:77. [PMID: 37340459 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-023-03629-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Pyometra is a common infectious condition, especially in elderly bitches. In addition to an infected uterus, dogs may have concurrent urinary tract infection (UTI). The preferred treatment is surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus, whereupon the general prognosis is excellent. In addition, antimicrobial therapy is frequently prescribed for postoperative treatment. However, no research exists on the benefit of postoperative antimicrobial treatment in uncomplicated canine pyometra. Antimicrobial resistance has become a major challenge in treatment of bacterial infections. Diminishing overuse of antimicrobial agents is essential for controlling the development of antimicrobial resistance in both animals and humans. METHODS This double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled two-arm clinical trial is designed to compare the incidence of postoperative infections associated with surgical treatment of uncomplicated pyometra followed by two different treatment protocols. For the study, 150 dogs presenting with an uncomplicated pyometra and that are to undergo surgical treatment will be recruited. Dogs with body weight < 3 or > 93 kg, complicated pyometra, primary disease increasing the risk of infection, or immunosuppressive medication will be excluded. All dogs will receive one dose of sulfadoxine-trimethoprim intravenously as an antimicrobial prophylaxis. Postoperatively, dogs will be randomized to receive either a five-day course of placebo or an active drug, sulfadiazine-trimethoprim orally. During the surgery microbiological samples will be taken from urine and uterine content. The follow-up includes a control visit in 12 days and an interview of the owner 30 days after surgery. If bacteriuria is detected at the time of surgery, a urinary sample will be cultured for bacterial growth at the control visit. The primary outcome is the incidence of a postoperative surgical site infection (SSI), and the secondary outcome is the occurrence of clinical UTI with bacteriuria. Intention-to-treat and per-protocol analyses will be performed to compare outcome incidences between the treatment groups. DISCUSSION Research-based evidence is necessary to create treatment guidelines for judicious use of antimicrobials. The goals of this study are to provide evidence for reducing the use of antimicrobials and targeting the treatment to patients proven to benefit from it. Publishing the trial protocol will increase transparency and promote open science practices.
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- Anna Ylhäinen
- Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Viikintie 49), P.O. Box 57, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland
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- Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Viikintie 49), P.O. Box 57, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland.
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- Animal Health Diagnostics Unit, Finnish Food Authority, Mustialankatu 3, Helsinki, FI-00790, Finland
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- EstiMates Oy, Tykistökatu 4, Turku, FI-20520, Finland
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- Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Viikintie 49), P.O. Box 57, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland
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- Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Viikintie 49), P.O. Box 57, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland
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- Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Helsinki, Viikintie 49), P.O. Box 57, Helsinki, FI-00014, Finland
- Evidensia Eläinlääkäripalvelut Oy, Tammiston Kauppatie 29, Vantaa, FI-01510, Finland
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Hagman R. Pyometra in Small Animals 3.0. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract 2023:S0195-5616(23)00071-2. [PMID: 37270345 DOI: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2023.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Pyometra is a common disease in intact bitches and queens and occurs, although less frequently, in most other female pets. In bitches and queens, the illness is generally diagnosed within 4 months after estrus, in middle-aged to older individuals. Complications such as peritonitis, endotoxemia, and systemic inflammatory response syndrome are not uncommon and associated with more severe illness. Ovary-sparing surgical options such as hysterectomy could be considered in individuals with high-risk for detrimental side effects of spaying or without infection of the uterus but has not yet been evaluated for safety in pyometra.
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- Ragnvi Hagman
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, PO Box 7054, Uppsala SE-75007, Sweden.
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Lavin LE, Maki LC. Antimicrobial use in the surgical treatment of canine pyometra: A questionnaire survey of Arizona-licensed veterinarians. Vet Med Sci 2023; 9:1124-1133. [PMID: 37051761 DOI: 10.1002/vms3.1130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Recent studies and consensus statements in veterinary and human medicine recommend more judicious use of antimicrobials. While guidelines have been provided for some veterinary diseases, others have poorly elucidated guidelines. Postoperative treatment of canine pyometra is a condition with minimal guidelines regarding antimicrobial use. OBJECTIVE To identify and investigate patterns of antimicrobial use following surgically treated canine pyometra. METHODS A 23-question survey, sent to 863 small and mixed animal practitioners, investigated demographics, patterns of antibiotic use, rate of culture submission and participant's recollection of outcomes of surgically treated pyometra cases. Responses were analysed for relationships between demographics, patterns of antibiotic use and culture results to better understand reasoning for antibiotic protocols. RESULTS One hundred and fifty-two responses were received. Overall, 76% of veterinarians stated they always use preoperative and perioperative antibiotics, and 74% stated they always use postoperative antibiotics. A total of 16 different antibiotics were reported. Twelve per cent of respondents regularly submitted a culture. Culture submission was impacted by cost, prior experience, poor owner compliance, result turnaround time and anticipated results. CONCLUSIONS Most respondents always used antibiotics and rarely or never submitted a culture. To optimise patient care, future clinical studies are needed to determine specific guidelines for the use of culture and antibiotics in the treatment of canine pyometra following ovariohysterectomy.
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- Lindsey E Lavin
- Department of Small Animal Surgery, Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, East Greenwich, Rhode Island
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- Department of Small Animal Surgery, VetMED Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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McCallin AJ, Turner JWC, Kreisler RE. Pyometra management in the private practice setting. Top Companion Anim Med 2022; 50:100695. [PMID: 35918019 DOI: 10.1016/j.tcam.2022.100695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Current management practices of pyometra in the private practice setting are not well documented. The goal of this study was to understand pyometra management in the private practice setting, and the current relationship private practices have with high quality, high volume, spay-neuter (HQHVSN) clinics regarding referral for pyometra surgery. An anonymous electronic survey was piloted and distributed using SurveyMonkey via email, social media, and the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association targeting veterinarians who see companion animals. A total of 153 responses were received from June-July 2021, with respondents distributed throughout the United States. Practices performed a median of 10 spay and neuters per week, with the median spay cost being $350 (IQR 250-500) for dogs and $250 (IQR 180-350) for cats. The median cost of a pyometra surgery was $1000 (IQR 700-1500) for dogs and $750 (IQR 450-1000) for cats. All practices treated pyometra at least sometimes, despite the disruption (major 19%, moderate 47%, mild 29%, none 5%) to their day. All pyometra presentations were accepted for treatment at least sometimes: BAR/QAR (98%), depressed or non-ambulatory (88%), and obtunded or lateral (62%) with mean estimated survival of 96%, 74%, and 31%, respectively. The majority (56%) of clients were reported to sometimes have trouble paying for all recommended services, while it was less often reported that clients often (31%) or rarely (13%) had trouble. Private practices willing to refer only did so always 20% of the time and sometimes 36% of the time. Private practices will do what they can to treat most pyometras that present at their practice within a timely manner before referring elsewhere. There is currently inconsistent utilization of HQHVSN clinics as a potential referral resource due to location or appointment availability.
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- Ashlee J McCallin
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ, USA
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- Department of Primary Care, Animal Health Institute, College of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ, USA
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- Department of Primary Care, Animal Health Institute, College of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ, USA
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Lansubsakul N, Sirinarumitr K, Sirinarumitr T, Imsilp K, Wattananit P, Supanrung S, Limmanont C. First report on clinical aspects, blood profiles, bacterial isolation, antimicrobial susceptibility, and histopathology in canine pyometra in Thailand. Vet World 2022; 15:1804-1813. [PMID: 36185522 PMCID: PMC9394141 DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2022.1804-1813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background and Aim: Canine pyometra, either the closed (closed pyometra [CP]) or open (open pyometra [OP]) cervix type, is a frequent uterine disease in intact old age bitches. Therefore, early diagnosis and appropriate medical and surgical treatments are crucial to avoid the life-threatening condition in these bitches. This study aimed to investigate clinical alterations, blood parameters, causative bacteria, antimicrobial susceptibility, and uterine histopathology obtained during aseptic surgical treatment on bitches with pyometra. Materials and Methods: Sixty bitches of various breeds and ages with presumptive pyometra diagnoses were included in the study. The diagnoses were based on history, clinical examination, blood parameters, radiography, and ultrasonography. All pyometra bitches were ovariohysterectomized as an emergency surgical treatment. In addition, uterine content and tissues were submitted for bacterial isolation, antimicrobial susceptibility, and uterine histopathological analysis. Results: Except for abdominal CP distention, no specific clinical signs were linked to the pyometra type. The mean values of total white blood cell count (WBC) and plasma protein were predominantly raised in pyometra bitches regarding hematological parameters. Leukocytosis was found in both types; however, the WBC in CP was markedly higher than in OP. The mean value of blood urea nitrogen increased in the CP group. Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli were the most frequent causative bacteria isolated in CP and OP, respectively. All isolated bacteria were 100% susceptible to imipenem, meropenem, and carbapenem. Marbofloxacin was the second most effective drug against isolated bacteria from both groups. Uncomplicated cystic endometrial hyperplasia (CEH) was not presented in the CP group. CEH and chronic endometritis (type IV), the most severe uterine histopathological changes, were discovered in the CP and OP. Conclusion: The CP and OP groups presented leukocytosis, increased plasma protein, and CEH and chronic endometritis. Depression, abdominal distention, and enlarged uterine size were the major characteristics of the CP group. Furthermore, abdominal distension is presented in other abnormalities in clinical practices, providing a differential diagnosis. Drugs in the carbapenem group were the most effective against isolated bacteria; however, they are not routinely used due to bacterial resistance concerns. Thus, marbofloxacin was recommended as an alternative medical treatment because it is convenient to manage by both oral and injection routes.
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- Niyada Lansubsakul
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Companion Animal Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand; Theriogenology Center, Kasetsart University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Clinical Science and Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Mahidol University, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
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- Theriogenology Center, Kasetsart University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Companion Animal Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand; Theriogenology Center, Kasetsart University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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Pailler S, Slater MR, Lesnikowski SM, Gayle JM, Duvieusart CBCA, Ledesma EJ, Lee ML, Stevens JD, DeClementi C. Findings and prognostic indicators of outcomes for bitches with pyometra treated surgically in a nonspecialized setting. J Am Vet Med Assoc 2022; 260:S49-S56. [PMID: 35290206 DOI: 10.2460/javma.20.12.0713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the rate of survival to hospital discharge and identify indicators associated with poor outcomes among female dogs (bitches) with pyometra treated with ovariohysterectomy (OHE) in a nonspecialized setting. ANIMALS 405 bitches diagnosed with pyometra at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital from January 1, 2017, to February 8, 2019. PROCEDURES For this retrospective study, medical records were searched and data collected including patient history, clinical signs, serum biochemical analyses results, and outcome (survival to hospital discharge, length of hospital stay, and uterine rupture). Logistic regression models were used to assess multivariable associations and identify potential predictive variables. RESULTS The rate of survival to hospital discharge for bitches with pyometra treated with OHE was 97% (394/405); 44% (174/394) stayed in the hospital ≥ 2 nights, and 3% (11/390) had a ruptured uterus. Bitches with a high BUN concentration or heart murmur had greater odds of death after OHE; however, the model had low predictive power. Those with uterine rupture, inappetence, high concentrations of BUN or serum creatinine, low PCV, or dehydration had greater odds of hospitalization ≥ 2 nights. There were no significant predictors of uterine rupture. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The rate of survival to hospital discharge was high for bitches with pyometra treated with OHE in a nonspecialized setting; therefore, general practitioners could expect similar outcomes. With this important procedure widely available in general practices, more pets can receive treatment for this life-threatening disease.
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- Sharon Pailler
- Department of Strategy and Research, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, New York, NY
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- Department of Strategy and Research, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Animal Hospital, New York, NY
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Szczubiał M, Kankofer M, Wawrzykowski J, Dąbrowski R, Bochniarz M, Brodzki P. Activity of the glycosidases β-galactosidase, α-l-fucosidase, β-N-acetyl-hexosaminidase, and sialidase in uterine tissues from female dogs in diestrus with and without pyometra. Theriogenology 2022; 177:133-139. [PMID: 34700070 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2021.10.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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This study aimed to compare the activity of selected glycosidases (β-galactosidase, α-l-fucosidase, β-N-acetyl-hexosaminidase, and sialidase) in homogenates of uterine tissues obtained from female dogs with and without pyometra. In addition, it examined the availability of substrates for these glycosidases in the homogenates. The study was carried out on female dogs undergoing ovariohysterectomy for pyometra (n = 10) and clinically healthy dogs (n = 10) undergoing elective spaying. The activity of β-galactosidase, α-l-fucosidase, and β-N-acetyl-hexosaminidase was analyzed using a spectrofluorometer and that of sialidase using a colorimetric method. Sodium dodecyl sulphate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis with Alcian Blue (AB) and Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) staining was performed to determine the presence of substrates for these glycosidases in the homogenates of uterine tissues. The results revealed that the activity of all the examined glycosidases was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in the uterine tissues isolated from dogs with pyometra in comparison to healthy dogs. The electrophoretic patterns of the selected samples showed several proteins, which contained different sugar moieties stained by AB and PAS and the profiles differed significantly between the pyometra group and the healthy group. Densitometric analysis of AB staining showed patterns between 233 and 148, 86 and 55, and 43 and 20 kDa, which differed markedly in sugar content between the examined groups of animals. Similarly, PAS staining analysis revealed patterns of different molecular weights, between 233 and 117 and between 55 and 32 kDa, which also differed in sugar content. These findings suggest that canine pyometra is accompanied by the increase in the activity of selected glycosidases in the uterus. This could potentially modify the glycan structures of uterine glycoproteins and in result their biological functions. Further studies are needed to elucidate the potential role of the increased activity of glycosidases in the pathogenesis of this disease.
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- Marek Szczubiał
- Department and Clinic of Animal Reproduction, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Głeboka 30, 20-612, Lublin, Poland.
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- Department of Animal Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Akademicka 12, 20-033, Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Animal Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Akademicka 12, 20-033, Lublin, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Animal Reproduction, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Głeboka 30, 20-612, Lublin, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Animal Reproduction, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Głeboka 30, 20-612, Lublin, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Animal Reproduction, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences, Głeboka 30, 20-612, Lublin, Poland
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Pugliese M, La Maestra R, Passantino A, Cristarella S, De Majo M, Biondi V, Quartuccio M. Electrocardiographic Findings in Bitches Affected by Closed Cervix Pyometra. Vet Sci 2020; 7:vetsci7040183. [PMID: 33233788 PMCID: PMC7711823 DOI: 10.3390/vetsci7040183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2020] [Revised: 11/07/2020] [Accepted: 11/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Pyometra is considered the most common disease in intact bitches, being associated with potentially life-threatening disorders. Myocardial damage is a potentially life-threatening consequence of pyometra. The aim of this study was to describe the electrocardiographic patterns in bitches affected by closed cervix pyometra, to assess the clinical relevance of electrocardiographic changes with the occurrence of pyometra, and to relate their severity with laboratory and clinical findings. A total of 39 bitches with closed cervix pyometra and 10 healthy female dogs were included in this study. During the hospitalization, bitches underwent a complete physical examination. An electrocardiographic examination before the ovariohysterectomy was performed. Blood samples for biochemical and hematological analysis were also evaluated. Bitches suffering pyometra at least one arrhythmia 31/39 (79.4%), sinus tachycardia (22/39, 56.4%), ventricular premature complexes (9/39, 23%), increased amplitude of T wave (7/39, 17.9%), ST depression (4/39, 10.2%), second-degree atrioventricular block (2/39, 5.1%), increase of QT interval (2/39, 5.1%), sinus bradycardia (2/39, 5.1%), and first-degree atrioventricular block (1/39, 2.5%). Some bitches were also detected with low wave amplitude (17/39, 43.5%). Cardiac arrhythmias associated with canine pyometra are frequent events. These data suggest that arrhythmias may be the consequence of one or more factors that can occur during pyometra, such as myocardial damage, electrolyte/metabolic disorders, and/or sepsis.
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Franco-Martínez L, Horvatić A, Gelemanović A, Samardžija M, Mrljak V, Contreras-Aguilar MD, Martínez-Subiela S, Dąbrowski R, Tvarijonaviciute A. Changes in the Salivary Proteome Associated With Canine Pyometra. Front Vet Sci 2020; 7:277. [PMID: 32596263 PMCID: PMC7300179 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2020.00277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2020] [Accepted: 04/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The present study evaluated for the first time changes in the saliva proteome in bitches with pyometra through a high-throughput quantitative proteomic analysis. The aims were to explore whether saliva composition could reflect the physiopathological changes occurring in canine pyometra and to identify potential biomarkers of the disease. Saliva samples from six healthy (H) and six bitches with pyometra (P) were analyzed using tandem mass tags–based approach. Additionally, 15 samples were used for the validation of changes in haptoglobin (Hp) concentration in saliva of dogs with pyometra. Proteomic analysis quantified 707 proteins in saliva. Comparison of the two groups revealed 16 unique proteins significantly modulated in saliva, with S100A calcium-binding protein 12 (S100A12), vimentin, and Hp the most up-regulated in canine pyometra. According to PANTHER (Protein Analysis Through Evolutionary Relationships) classification tool, these proteins are mainly related to proinflammatory mediators, acute-phase proteins, and sepsis. In conclusion, it can be stated that there are changes in various proteins in saliva in canine pyometra reflecting different physiopathological changes occurring in this disease. These proteins could be a source of potential non-invasive biomarkers for this disease that should be confirmed in future studies.
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- Lorena Franco-Martínez
- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department and Clinic of Animal Reproduction, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Lublin, Poland
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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Blanco PG, Rube A, López Merlo M, Batista PR, Arioni S, López Knudsen I, Tórtora M, Gobello C. Uterine two-dimensional and Doppler ultrasonographic evaluation of feline pyometra. Reprod Domest Anim 2018; 53 Suppl 3:70-73. [DOI: 10.1111/rda.13324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2018] [Revised: 08/14/2018] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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- Paula Graciela Blanco
- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- Cardiology Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- CONICET; La Plata Argentina
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- Ultrasonography Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- CONICET; La Plata Argentina
- Ultrasonography Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- Cardiology Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- CONICET; La Plata Argentina
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- Cardiology Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- Cardiology Service (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Physiology; Faculty of Veterinary Sciences; National University of La Plata (FVS-NULP); La Plata Argentina
- CONICET; La Plata Argentina
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