Influenza is a highly contagious zoonotic disease in the world. Avian H9N2 influenza virus is a s... more Influenza is a highly contagious zoonotic disease in the world. Avian H9N2 influenza virus is a significant pandemic pathogen widely distributed throughout the world. Pet ownership has been documented as a risk factor for infection transmission to human. Considering major public health concern, the prevalence of antibodies against avian H9N2 influenza virus was evaluated in 170 serum samples of dogs by hemagglutination inhibition assay. This study is the first survey to assess the epidemiology of avian H9N2 influenza virus infection in dogs in Kerman, southeast of Iran. Out of 170 samples, 65 (38.23%) were positive for H9N2. Antibodies were higher in farm dogs that were kept with other animals and also in dogs were fed a raw diet. These findings emphasize the importance of close attention to these populations for control and prevention programs. It is important to reduce infection burden, especially in regions with widespread distribution of H9N2.
Objective-To compare the effects of topical eye-drop and subconjunctival administration of diclof... more Objective-To compare the effects of topical eye-drop and subconjunctival administration of diclofenac on improvement of experimental corneal alkali wound in rabbits eyes. Design-Experimental study. Animal-fifteen rabbits. Procedures-Alkali wounds were inflicted on the central corneas of 15 rabbits which were divided into three groups, A, B and C. A round 9 mm diameter paper filter that had been soaked in normal NAOH was positioned on all the rabbits' right central cornea, to cause corneal wound. Group A and B were treated with Diclofenac eye-drop and subconjunctival injection of Diclofenac, respectively. And group C was indicated as a control group. After 21 days, all the right eyes were sent to laboratory for pathological analysis. Result-Comparison between groups showed that groups A, and B, had significantly lower (P<0.05) discharge days than the control group. Duration of blepharospasm in groups A and B were significantly shorter than the control group (P<0.05). Cornea...
Background: Oxymetholone, an anabolic-androgenic steroid, has been used to treat some diseases. T... more Background: Oxymetholone, an anabolic-androgenic steroid, has been used to treat some diseases. The abuse of this compound, especially for muscle growth, has severe oxidative side effects on the liver and kidneys. Oxidative stress and free radicals are responsible for the development of various diseases. Phytochemicals are sources of polyphenols, flavonoids, saponins, etc. and may act as scavengers of free radicals. Saffron (Crocus sativus) has considerable antioxidant properties, which may be useful in reversing or preventing these negative effects. Methods: To evaluate the effects of saffron on the liver and kidneys degenerative changes induced by oxymetholone, 24 male Wistar rats were used. The rats were randomly divided into four groups of six rats each as: a) sham (normal saline, 40 mg/kg/day), b) saffron control (40 mg/kg/day), c) oxymetholone (50 mg/rat), and d) treatment group [saffron (40 mg/kg/day)+oxymetholone (50 mg/rat)]. The course of examination was 30 days. Results: ...
ABSTRACT An 8-yearold intact male terrier dog in stupor with a history of bilateral progressive p... more ABSTRACT An 8-yearold intact male terrier dog in stupor with a history of bilateral progressive perineal swelling, seizure, and anuria was presented for treatment. The animal received bisacodyl suppositories 3 days later for obstipation. The owner then claimed that hematochezia, stranguria and perineal swelling began after the treatment. In plain radiography, the urinary bladder was not visible in the abdominal cavity. Complete blood count showed leukocytosis and the biochemical profile revealed increased BUN and creatinine. Conservative treatment was started by peritoneal dialysis, anticonvulsant, antiemetic and antibiotic therapy to stabilize the patient for herniorraphy. The dog died due to severe uremic syndrome. This report describes a bilateral perineal hernia with urinary bladder retroflexion in a terrier dog. Key words: Perineal hernia, Urinary bladder retroflection
... B. Akhtardanesh (*) .M. Saberi Department of Small Animal Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veter... more ... B. Akhtardanesh (*) .M. Saberi Department of Small Animal Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Bahonar University, Kerman ... Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, Bangkok, Thailand Meshikhes AW, Al-Khalaf EA, Al-Bahar SH (2004 ...
Veterinary research forum : an international quarterly journal, 2014
A one-month-old male terrier dog was referred in shock status with a history of anorexia, tachypn... more A one-month-old male terrier dog was referred in shock status with a history of anorexia, tachypnea, abdominal distention and progressive weight loss. Auscultation of right side of the lungs found enhanced respiratory noises. The thorough auscultation of the opposite side of the chest revealed the presence of typical intestinal sounds. Cardiac auscultation revealed muffled heart sounds and a diminished palpable precordial cardiac impulse was evident. The radiograph showed the presence of gas within the bowel in abrupt contrast to the adjacent structures of soft tissue opacity. Conservative treatment was failed and the animal died. At necropsy, cranial displacement of abdominal viscera into the pericardial sac was seen. A definitive diagnosis of peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia was made. Although congenital pericardial diseases are rare in dogs, awareness of the clinical manifestation of these kinds of defects combined with early use of available imaging modalities can yield...
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 2013
A two-year-old male German shepherd dog was admitted to Shahid Bahonar Veterinary Hospital with c... more A two-year-old male German shepherd dog was admitted to Shahid Bahonar Veterinary Hospital with clinical signs that included lethargy, anorexia, vomiting, abdominal pain and dehydration. Physical examination revealed nothing significant. Routine paraclinical tests only revealed a stress leukogram. Radiography revealed a mass in the stomach. Whilst performing a laparotomy, the surgeon observed an unusual mass in the subserosal layer of the proximal part of the jejunum. The histopathology of the mass revealed some scattered sebaceous and sweat glands associated with the cyst wall that confirmed the diagnosis of a dermoid cyst. Intestinal dermoid cysts are very rare and to our knowledge this is the first report of an intestinal dermoid cyst in a dog.
Influenza is a highly contagious zoonotic disease in the world. Avian H9N2 influenza virus is a s... more Influenza is a highly contagious zoonotic disease in the world. Avian H9N2 influenza virus is a significant pandemic pathogen widely distributed throughout the world. Pet ownership has been documented as a risk factor for infection transmission to human. Considering major public health concern, the prevalence of antibodies against avian H9N2 influenza virus was evaluated in 170 serum samples of dogs by hemagglutination inhibition assay. This study is the first survey to assess the epidemiology of avian H9N2 influenza virus infection in dogs in Kerman, southeast of Iran. Out of 170 samples, 65 (38.23%) were positive for H9N2. Antibodies were higher in farm dogs that were kept with other animals and also in dogs were fed a raw diet. These findings emphasize the importance of close attention to these populations for control and prevention programs. It is important to reduce infection burden, especially in regions with widespread distribution of H9N2.
Objective-To compare the effects of topical eye-drop and subconjunctival administration of diclof... more Objective-To compare the effects of topical eye-drop and subconjunctival administration of diclofenac on improvement of experimental corneal alkali wound in rabbits eyes. Design-Experimental study. Animal-fifteen rabbits. Procedures-Alkali wounds were inflicted on the central corneas of 15 rabbits which were divided into three groups, A, B and C. A round 9 mm diameter paper filter that had been soaked in normal NAOH was positioned on all the rabbits' right central cornea, to cause corneal wound. Group A and B were treated with Diclofenac eye-drop and subconjunctival injection of Diclofenac, respectively. And group C was indicated as a control group. After 21 days, all the right eyes were sent to laboratory for pathological analysis. Result-Comparison between groups showed that groups A, and B, had significantly lower (P<0.05) discharge days than the control group. Duration of blepharospasm in groups A and B were significantly shorter than the control group (P<0.05). Cornea...
Background: Oxymetholone, an anabolic-androgenic steroid, has been used to treat some diseases. T... more Background: Oxymetholone, an anabolic-androgenic steroid, has been used to treat some diseases. The abuse of this compound, especially for muscle growth, has severe oxidative side effects on the liver and kidneys. Oxidative stress and free radicals are responsible for the development of various diseases. Phytochemicals are sources of polyphenols, flavonoids, saponins, etc. and may act as scavengers of free radicals. Saffron (Crocus sativus) has considerable antioxidant properties, which may be useful in reversing or preventing these negative effects. Methods: To evaluate the effects of saffron on the liver and kidneys degenerative changes induced by oxymetholone, 24 male Wistar rats were used. The rats were randomly divided into four groups of six rats each as: a) sham (normal saline, 40 mg/kg/day), b) saffron control (40 mg/kg/day), c) oxymetholone (50 mg/rat), and d) treatment group [saffron (40 mg/kg/day)+oxymetholone (50 mg/rat)]. The course of examination was 30 days. Results: ...
ABSTRACT An 8-yearold intact male terrier dog in stupor with a history of bilateral progressive p... more ABSTRACT An 8-yearold intact male terrier dog in stupor with a history of bilateral progressive perineal swelling, seizure, and anuria was presented for treatment. The animal received bisacodyl suppositories 3 days later for obstipation. The owner then claimed that hematochezia, stranguria and perineal swelling began after the treatment. In plain radiography, the urinary bladder was not visible in the abdominal cavity. Complete blood count showed leukocytosis and the biochemical profile revealed increased BUN and creatinine. Conservative treatment was started by peritoneal dialysis, anticonvulsant, antiemetic and antibiotic therapy to stabilize the patient for herniorraphy. The dog died due to severe uremic syndrome. This report describes a bilateral perineal hernia with urinary bladder retroflexion in a terrier dog. Key words: Perineal hernia, Urinary bladder retroflection
... B. Akhtardanesh (*) .M. Saberi Department of Small Animal Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veter... more ... B. Akhtardanesh (*) .M. Saberi Department of Small Animal Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Bahonar University, Kerman ... Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, Bangkok, Thailand Meshikhes AW, Al-Khalaf EA, Al-Bahar SH (2004 ...
Veterinary research forum : an international quarterly journal, 2014
A one-month-old male terrier dog was referred in shock status with a history of anorexia, tachypn... more A one-month-old male terrier dog was referred in shock status with a history of anorexia, tachypnea, abdominal distention and progressive weight loss. Auscultation of right side of the lungs found enhanced respiratory noises. The thorough auscultation of the opposite side of the chest revealed the presence of typical intestinal sounds. Cardiac auscultation revealed muffled heart sounds and a diminished palpable precordial cardiac impulse was evident. The radiograph showed the presence of gas within the bowel in abrupt contrast to the adjacent structures of soft tissue opacity. Conservative treatment was failed and the animal died. At necropsy, cranial displacement of abdominal viscera into the pericardial sac was seen. A definitive diagnosis of peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia was made. Although congenital pericardial diseases are rare in dogs, awareness of the clinical manifestation of these kinds of defects combined with early use of available imaging modalities can yield...
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 2013
A two-year-old male German shepherd dog was admitted to Shahid Bahonar Veterinary Hospital with c... more A two-year-old male German shepherd dog was admitted to Shahid Bahonar Veterinary Hospital with clinical signs that included lethargy, anorexia, vomiting, abdominal pain and dehydration. Physical examination revealed nothing significant. Routine paraclinical tests only revealed a stress leukogram. Radiography revealed a mass in the stomach. Whilst performing a laparotomy, the surgeon observed an unusual mass in the subserosal layer of the proximal part of the jejunum. The histopathology of the mass revealed some scattered sebaceous and sweat glands associated with the cyst wall that confirmed the diagnosis of a dermoid cyst. Intestinal dermoid cysts are very rare and to our knowledge this is the first report of an intestinal dermoid cyst in a dog.
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