scholarly journals Deer Rescue in Tuscany: Retrospective Analysis and Assessment of Radiography Diagnoses

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 3087
Author(s):  
Irene Nocera ◽  
Caterina Puccinelli ◽  
Micaela Sgorbini ◽  
Simone Scoccianti ◽  
Marco Aloisi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diagnostic Technique ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Appendicular Skeleton ◽  
Medical Decisions ◽  
Vehicle Collisions ◽  
Radiographic Diagnosis ◽  
Traumatic Lesions ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Multiple Traumas

Animal-vehicle collisions are the major cause of rescue and need for hospitalization in wildlife referral centers. Clinicians need easy-to-use tools to make rapid decisions about whether to euthanize or treat injured animals. The aim of the study was to evaluate the data (reasons for rescue, diagnosed lesions, and outcome) from a hospitalized population of wildlife ungulates and investigate the benefits of using radiography as a diagnostic tool. Data were collected from three wildlife referral centers in Tuscany (Italy). The following information was collected for each animal: reason for hospitalization, clinical examination, radiographic examination, definitive diagnosis, and outcome. A chi-squared test was used to assess the benefits of radiography in detecting different traumatic lesions. Prevalence was reported according to the reason for hospitalization, definitive diagnosis, radiographic diagnosis, and outcome. The main reason for hospitalization was traumatic lesions due to vehicle collisions and 71.1% of the animals did not survive. Radiography was more useful in patients with traumatic axial skeletal lesions and/or multiple traumas with respect to traumatic appendicular skeleton lesions. Our results show that radiography is a useful diagnostic technique for assessing wildlife emergencies and it could help the clinician in making medical decisions.

scholarly journals Diagnosis of Prenatal-Onset Achondrogenesis Type II by a Multidisciplinary Assessment: A Retrospective Study of 2 Cases

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Wenbo Wang ◽  
Qichang Wu ◽  
Li Sun ◽  
Xiaohong Zhong ◽  
Yasong Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Genetic ◽  
Final Diagnosis ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Causative Mutation ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Type Ii ◽  
Molecular Genetic Testing ◽  
Multidisciplinary Assessment ◽  
Ultrasound Evaluation ◽  
Achondrogenesis Type

Aim. Achondrogenesis type II is a rare, lethal osteochondrodysplasia with considerable phenotypic heterogeneity. We describe our experience in diagnosing prenatal-onset achondrogenesis type II by a multidisciplinary assessment. Methods. Two cases of fetal achondrogenesis type II were analyzed retrospectively using prenatal ultrasound evaluation, postnatal radiographic diagnosis, and molecular genetic testing of COL2A1. Results. A causative mutation in the COL2A1 gene was found in both patients. Combined with postnatal radiographic examination, the final diagnosis of achondrogenesis type II was made. Conclusion. Our findings emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary assessment for the definitive diagnosis of achondrogenesis type II, which is paramount for proper genetic counseling.

Clinical Diagnosis of Triquetrolunate Ligament Injuries

1999 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
pp. 598-600 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. CHRISTODOULOU ◽  
L. C. BAINBRIDGE
Keyword(s):  
Positive Predictive Value ◽  
Clinical Diagnosis ◽  
Predictive Value ◽  
Diagnostic Technique ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Clinical Tests ◽  
Ligament Injuries ◽  
Diagnostic Protocol

The clinical diagnosis of peritriquetral injuries is difficult. We describe our diagnostic technique based on specific questions and three clinical tests. The accuracy of our diagnostic technique was compared prospectively with the definitive diagnosis made at arthroscopy. Preoperatively, 19 patients were diagnosed as having triquetrolunate dissociation. This was confirmed at arthroscopy in 17. Another five patients not diagnosed preoperatively were also diagnosed at arthroscopy as having mainly triquetrolunate dissociation. The sensitivity of our diagnostic protocol was 0.77 and the positive predictive value was 0.89.

scholarly journals Hypertrophic osteopathy and bone metastases in a dog with prostatic carcinoma

2020 ◽  
Vol 50 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andréia Vielmo ◽  
Ronaldo Michel Bianchi ◽  
Letícia Franciele Gomes Kinappe ◽  
Cristiano Gomes ◽  
Saulo Petinatti Pavarini
Keyword(s):  
Bone Metastases ◽  
Prostatic Carcinoma ◽  
Prostate Gland ◽  
Periosteal Reaction ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Appendicular Skeleton ◽  
Presumptive Diagnosis ◽  
History Of ◽  
Satisfactory Clinical Response ◽  
The Right

ABSTRACT: Prostatic carcinomas in are aggressive neoplasms and bone metastases may occur; however, hypertrophic osteopathy associated with that condition is poorly documented. A ten-year-old, neutered male, mixed breed dog had a history of lameness and volume increase in the left pelvic limb. On radiographic examination, a lytic bone mass was observed in the left metatarsus, as well as a diffuse proliferative periosteal reaction in several bones of the appendicular skeleton, in addition to radiopaque nodular structures in all lung lobes. A presumptive diagnosis of primary bone neoplasia with pulmonary metastases and hypertrophic osteopathy was established and chemotherapy treatment was started. However, there was no satisfactory clinical response, and euthanasia was ellected. At necropsy, there was moderate enlargement of the prostate gland. The gland was firm and whitish, with a multilobulated aspect. Several similar masses were observed in the right kidney, lungs, mediastinal lymph nodes, and multiple bones of the appendicular skeleton. These bones also presented evident diffuse periosteal reaction. Histological examination revealed a metastatic prostatic carcinoma with bone involvement and hypertrophic osteopathy. This report is an unusual case of metastatic prostatic carcinoma in association with hypertrophic osteopathy and concomitant bone metastases.

scholarly journals Improving the diagnostic recognition of thoracic endometriosis: Spotlight on a new histo-morphological indicator

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. e0251385
Author(s):  
Okechukwu Charles Okafor ◽  
Ndubueze Ezemba ◽  
Nnaemeka Thaddeus Onyishi ◽  
Kevin Nwabueze Ezike
Keyword(s):  
Test Group ◽  
Giant Cells ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Diagnostic Features ◽  
Observer Error ◽  
Thoracic Diseases ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Diagnostic Capacity ◽  
Thoracic Endometriosis ◽  
Strength Of Association

The diagnosis of thoracic endometriosis (TE) is challenging, hence resulting in under-diagnosis as well as long delays before arriving at a correct definitive diagnosis. Our aim is to review the histopathological findings in TE, summarise the diagnostic features, identify any major histo-morphological indicator(s) hitherto unrecognised as such, suggest diagnostic criteria; all with the aim of improving the diagnostic capacity and reducing observer error even where the clinical suspicion is low. A case-control study in which a search in the pathology archives of a referral hospital over a 10-year period was conducted. Twenty-six cases of TE were identified, reviewed, and compared with a control population of 48 cases taken from common benign thoracic diseases. Nine notable histological features were identified in varying permutations in the test group, namely: endometrioid glands, lymphoid clusters, ceroid macrophages, siderophages, cholesterol crystals, capillary congestion, multinucleated giant cells, smooth muscle bundles and fibrosis. The first 6 features were frequent; each being present in over 13 (13/26; 50%) test cases. The first 8 features showed significant association with TE by the Chi-squared test (P<0.05). In this group, the strength of association is high for the first 4 features (Cramér’s V≥0.5). The presence of ceroid macrophages is shown to be a novel key feature, previously unrecognised as such, for the identification of TE. The presence of any three of four features including endometrioid glands, lymphoid clusters, ceroid macrophages and siderophages is a suggested criterion for the definitive diagnosis of TE.

scholarly journals Epidemiology and Incidence of Pediatric Concussions in General Aspects of Life

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 257 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chang Yaramothu ◽  
Arlene M. Goodman ◽  
Tara L. Alvarez
Keyword(s):  
Sports Medicine ◽  
Motor Vehicle ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Head Injuries ◽  
Motor Vehicle Collisions ◽  
Vehicle Collisions ◽  
Organized Sports ◽  
Pediatric Concussion ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
General Aspects

Background: Concussions are one of the most common head injuries acquired within the pediatric population. While sport-related concussions are well documented, concussions within other aspects of a child’s life are not as well researched. The purpose of this study is to examine the incidence of a large pediatric concussion population in a broad range of daily activities. Methods: Patients’ gender and nature of injury were extracted from 1408 medical records of patients who were diagnosed with a concussion at Saint Peter’s Sports Medicine Institute. Statistical analyses were conducted for activities and environmental settings using chi-squared tests. Results: Concussions were most prevalent in organized sports (53.3%), followed by injuries within the following settings: school (16.5%), recreational (6.7%), motor vehicle collisions (6.6%), home (5.5%), and other (11.3%). Specifically, soccer (12.9%), school physical education (PE) class (10.6%), and football (9.8%) subcategories recorded the most incidences of concussion. For the PE class cohort (n = 149), significantly more females were diagnosed with a concussion compared to males (p < 0.001). Conclusions: PE-related concussions had the second highest incidence rate after organized sports. A significant gender difference was observed in PE class. Awareness about concussions and methods to reduce the risk of concussion is suggested for PE classes.

scholarly journals Clinicopathological and immunohistochemical evaluation of oesophageal leiomyosarcoma in a dog

2015 ◽  
Vol 45 (9) ◽  
pp. 1644-1647 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renata Cintra Ciccone Alves ◽  
Tatiana Linardi Batista ◽  
Renée Laufer-Amorim ◽  
Fabiana Elias ◽  
Sabryna Gouveia Calazans ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Malignant Neoplasm ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Muscle Fibres ◽  
Immunohistochemical Examination ◽  
Intact Male ◽  
Low Incidence ◽  
Thoracic Oesophagus ◽  
Severe Dyspnoea

<p>Oesophageal leiomyosarcoma is a malignant neoplasm of smooth muscle fibres that is infrequently reported in the literature. Because of the importance of definitive diagnosis and the low incidence of this tumour in dogs, it was reported a case of oesophageal leiomyosarcoma in a dog. A 13-year-old intact male Rottweiler presented regurgitation, hyporexia, and chronic weight loss. After an imaging examination, tumour in the thoracic oesophagus was suspected and a biopsy was sugested for definitive diagnosis. However, the owner did not permit the procedure. Six months after the clinical diagnosis, the patient was brought for evaluation of anorexia, apathy, and severe dyspnoea. Because of the patient's clinical signs and lack of response to emergency treatment, he was euthanized. Upon necropsy, it was identified the neoplastic formation, previously identified in the radiographic examination in the thoracic oesophagus, near the diaphragm. Histopathology revealed a proliferation of mesenchymal cells, and the diagnosis of leiomyosarcoma was confirmed by immunohistochemical examination. Despite the low incidence of oesophageal leiomyosarcoma, it should be included as a differential diagnosis for animals with chronic regurgitation.</p>

scholarly journals Comparative analyses of thoracic radiographs and bronchoalveolar lavage of dogs and cats with chronic bronchial diseases

2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 1403
Author(s):  
Mariana Pavelski ◽  
Daniele Von Kruger Amaral ◽  
Giovana Paladino Vieira ◽  
José Francisco Warth ◽  
Rosangela Locatelli Dittrich ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bronchoalveolar Lavage ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Radiographic Finding ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Diagnostic Tools ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bronchial Disease ◽  
High Incidence ◽  
Microbiological Analyses

There is a high incidence of bronchitis and asthma cases in veterinary medicine. Thoracic radiographs and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) are commonly performed for definitive diagnosis in dogs and cats with suspected bronchitis and asthma. It is believed that a combination of diagnostic tools is the best choice to achieve a diagnosis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of thoracic radiographs and BAL in the diagnosis of chronic bronchial disease (CBD) in dogs and cats and whether there is any specific radiographic finding that could influence the indication for bronchoalveolar lavage. It was performed a cross-sectional, prospective, observational study including forty client-owned dogs and cats with lower respiratory tract signs and positive radiographic opacities that were evaluated with BAL followed by cytology and culture. The radiographic results compared with BAL culture showed a sensitivity of 38%, specificity of 95% and accuracy of 65% in detecting patients with pneumonia associated with chronic bronchial disease. Thoracic radiographs were effective in diagnosing 65% of the patients, radiographs plus BAL cytology diagnosed 75% of patients and the combination of radiographs, BAL cytology and culture diagnosed 95% of the patients with chronic bronchial disease. In conclusion, the combination of radiographic examination with BAL followed by cytological and microbiological analyses increases diagnostic success in CBD.

scholarly journals Alternative treatment for proximal suspensory desmitis in the hind limb: retrospective study in seven horses

2017 ◽  
Vol 65 (4) ◽  
pp. 265
Author(s):  
P. TYRNENOPOULOU (Π. ΤΥΡΝΕΝΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ) ◽  
N. DIAKAKIS (Ν. ΔΙΑΚΑΚΗΣ)
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Local Anesthesia ◽  
Alternative Treatment ◽  
Hind Limb ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Invasive Method ◽  
Pelvic Limb

Proximal suspensory desmitis (PSD) has become a frequently diagnosed condition commonly affecting athletic horses. In this study, seven horses with PSD in a pelvic limb were included. Definitive diagnosis was based on clinical signs, results of local anesthesia and ultrasonographic and radiographic examination. Following the initial anti-inflammatory treatment, PSD was treated with an alternative, minimally invasive method, including series of periligamentous injections containing mepivacaine hydrochloride, heparin sodium, a preparation containing natural ingredients and deproteinised haemoderivative of calf blood. Depending on the severity of each case, all horses returned to full work after 8 to 12 weeks.

Aortic dissection: effect of prospective chest radiographic diagnosis on delay to definitive diagnosis.

Radiology ◽  
1994 ◽  
Vol 193 (3) ◽  
pp. 813-819 ◽  
Author(s):  
G D Luker ◽  
H S Glazer ◽  
G Eagar ◽  
F R Gutierrez ◽  
S S Sagel
Keyword(s):  
Aortic Dissection ◽  
Definitive Diagnosis ◽  
Radiographic Diagnosis

scholarly journals Uncommon True Isolated Macrodontia of a Maxillary Tooth

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 116-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luciana Pereira ◽  
Priscila de Almeida Assunção ◽  
Sabrina Loren de Almeida Salazar ◽  
Fábio Ribeiro Guedes ◽  
Aline Corrêa Abrahão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Present Report ◽  
Clinical Findings ◽  
Open Bite ◽  
Radiographic Examination ◽  
Central Incisor ◽  
Anterior Open Bite ◽  
Radiographic Diagnosis ◽  
Dental Anomaly ◽  
Maxillary Central Incisor ◽  
Maxillary Tooth

ABSTRACT Macrodontia is a rare dental anomaly which consists on the presence of any tooth or teeth larger than the average. In the present report the case of a child with an uncommon true isolated macrodontia of a maxillary central incisor is presented. The maxillary left central incisor was considered a macrodontic tooth since its mesiodistal crown dimension was 12.41 mm while the mesiodistal crown dimension of the maxillary right central incisor was 10.06 mm. The radiographic examination confirmed an enlarged maxillary left central incisor and a normal developing dentition. The patient did not report esthetic complaints, however, due the presence of anterior open bite and crowding, he was referred to orthodontic clinic. Thus, it must be point out the importance of the radiographic diagnosis to support the clinical findings, helping to plan and provide better treatment for the patient. How to cite this article Pereira L, de Almeida Assunção P, de Almeida Salazar SL, Guedes FR, Abrahão AC, Cabral MG, Maia LC. Uncommon True Isolated Macrodontia of a Maxillary Tooth. J Contemp Dent Pract 2014;15(1):116-118.

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