Endocytic and NBT-reduction activities and TNF expression by macrophages and monocytes of the armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus)
M. R.
Escobedo-Guerra
Veterinary Microbiology Laboratory, National School of Biological Sciences, National Polytechnic Institute, Plan de Ayala y Prol. Carpio, Col. Casco de Sto Tomás, C. P. 11340, México, D. F., Mexico
author
M. J.
de Haro-Cruz
Veterinary Microbiology Laboratory, National School of Biological Sciences, National Polytechnic Institute, Plan de Ayala y Prol. Carpio, Col. Casco de Sto Tomás, C. P. 11340, México, D. F., Mexico
author
F. M.
Guerra-Infante
Veterinary Microbiology Laboratory, National School of Biological Sciences, National Polytechnic Institute, Plan de Ayala y Prol. Carpio, Col. Casco de Sto Tomás, C. P. 11340, México, D. F., Mexico
author
M.
López-Hurtado
Bioinmunology Molecular Laboratory, Department of
Infectology, National Institute of Perinatology, Montes Urales 800, Col. Lomas Virreyes, C. P. 11000, México, D. F., México
author
text
article
2014
eng
The armadillo could be considered as an experimental model for leprosy studies. Mycobacterium leprae main host cells are macrophages and Schwann cells. However, endocytosis and germicidal activities of armadillo macrophages and monocytes have not yet been evaluated. The aim of this research was to evaluate endocytosis and NBT-reduction activities of monocyte-derived macrophages (MDM) and monocytes from non-infected armadillos, as well as to determine tumor necrosis factor (TNF) levels during stimulation with phorbol myristate acetate (PMA). Mononuclear cells of peripheral blood were purified using the ficollhypaque technique. The monocytes obtained were transformed to MDM after being incubated for 8 days in an RPMI-1640 medium supplement with fetal calf serum at 37°C. Endocytosis and NBT-reduction were evaluated by yeast ingestion. TNF production by stimulation with PMA was evaluated through a bioassay with L-929 cells. The results revealed an endocytosis of 71.77 ± 4.11% and 60.66 ± 6.9% (P<0.001) for armadillo MDM and monocytes respectively, whereas NBT-reduction was 16.57 ± 4.79% and 17.66 ±4.08%, respectively. With the addition of recombinant human IFNγ for 24 h, endocytosis and NBT reduction by MDM were 89.92 ± 6.17% (P<0.001) and 36.42 ± 4.31% (P<0.001), respectively. Low levels of TNF are produced (10 U/ml) when MDM and armadillo monocytes are stimulated with 25 and 50 ng/ml of PMA, in comparison with human U-937 cells. In conclusion, MDM and armadillo monocytes show diminished activities in oxidative bactericidal mechanisms and in TNF production when stimulated with PMA.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
88
92
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2334_27fc15f4fb882fec409beef4802d0cf5.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2334
Evaluation of diastolic blood flow dynamic of the left ventricle in dogs with mitral valve regurgitation using vector flow mapping
M.
Shimizu
Department of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu-Shi, Tokyo, 183-8509, Japan
author
R.
Tanaka
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Tokyo
University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu-Shi, Tokyo, 183-8509, Japan
author
R.
Fukushima
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Tokyo
University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu-Shi, Tokyo, 183-8509, Japan
author
L.
Hamabe
Graduated from Faculty of
Veterinary Medicine, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu-Shi, Tokyo, 183-8509, Japan
author
N.
Sasaki
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Tokyo
University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu-Shi, Tokyo, 183-8509, Japan
author
text
article
2014
eng
Mitral valve regurgitation (MVR) is a common valvular disease in dogs. Hydrokinetic evaluation of the blood flow within the ventricles has become possible by vector flow mapping (VFM), which shows the blood flow within the ventricles in vector and vortex flows. Blood flow within the left ventricle of MVR dogs was compared at different stages of MVR and to that of normal dogs. 14 normal dogs and 40 clinical cases of MVR were used. Echocardiographic videos were collected and vectors and vortexes were analysed by VFM analysis using software. In diastole, reversal of vectors which formed vortexes was observed around the anteriorleaflet of the mitral valve in the control group. In the MVR dogs, in addition to that, reversed vectors were also observed at the left ventricular free-wall which formed Vortexes along the Posterior Wall (PWv). As MVR became more severe, PWv occupied a wider range; however, it was not observed at the outflow tract, suggesting that it occurs to lower transfer effectiveness. Controlling transfer effectiveness may be considered to alleviate the exacerbation of the heart failure caused by MVR.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
93
98
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2335_906f2f4395c49f69610ee0cd1dc80057.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2335
Antibacterial activities of Galla rhois extracts against Helicobacter pylori infection
H. A.
Lee
Korean Medicine Based Herbal Drug Research Group, Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Iksan, Republic of Korea
author
S.
Hong
Center for Animal Resource Development, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Republic of Korea
author
Y. H.
Chung
Department of Companion Animal and Animal Resources Science, Joongbu University, Iksan, Republic of Korea
author
O.
Kim
Digestive Disease Research Institute, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Republic of Korea
author
text
article
2014
eng
In this study, a medicinal plant, Galla rhois (GR), was examined and screened for its anti-Helicobacter pylori activity. Galla rhois was extracted with 70% ethanol. Inhibitory zone tests, as in vitro assays, and an in vivo study using a Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus) model were performed. The safety of the GR extract was then evaluated in an animal study. The Galla rhois extract demonstrated a strong anti-H. pylori activity as well as strong therapeutic effects against H. pylori infection in the in vivo animal experiments based on the histological criteria and the rapid urease test. Results of the safety study revealed that the animals had no detectable gross or histological changes after a 28 day treatment with the GR extract. These results demonstrate that the GR extract successfully cured H. pylori infections and protected against H. pylori-induced pathology. This herb could be a promising treatment for patients with gastric complaints including gastric ulcers caused by H. pylori.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
99
103
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2336_1668d28a94715fd2d9a7aae2f019d256.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2336
The effect of short-term treatments of a gonadotropinreleasing hormone analog (buserelin) on sciatic nerve regeneration
Gh. H.
Farjah
Neurophysiology Research Center, Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
author
T.
Peirouvi
Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
author
B.
Heshmatian
Neurophysiology Research
Center, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
author
M.
Yasami
MD Student, School of
Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
author
M. A.
Dolatkhah
Graduated from School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) has neuromodulatory roles in central and peripheral nervous systems. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of GnRH analog (buserelin) on peripheral nerve regeneration. Forty adult male rats were divided into buserelin-treated, normal saline, sham surgery, and castrated + buserelin groups. The left sciatic nerve was crushed by a fine forceps and all animals were evaluated by sciatic functional index (SFI), electrophysiology, histology and immunohistochemistrytesting. On post operation days 21 and 28, the difference between buserelin and normal saline groups was statistically significant (P<0.05), but no significant difference was found between the buserelin and castrated + buserelin groups (P>0.05). At the 28th day after operation, the diameters (μm) of the regenerated myelinated fibers of the buserelin group were significantly greater than those of the normal saline group (P<0.05). Although nerve conduction velocity (NCV) of the buserelin group was faster than the normalsaline group, the difference was not statistically significant. The present study suggests that buserelin treatment might accelerate peripheral nerve regeneration.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
104
109
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2337_718ca1c5d864aa28d1cbf9cd33388cff.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2337
Tackling experimental colisepticaemia in broiler chickens using phytobiotic essential oils and antibiotic alone or in combination
W. A.
Abd El-Ghany
Department of Poultry Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
author
M.
Ismail
Department of Physiology,
Biochemistry and Pharmacology, College of Veterinary Medicines and Animal Resources, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Saudi
Arabia
author
text
article
2014
eng
This study was designed to compare the efficacy of a phytobiotic containing a mixture of essential oils of Oreganum aetheroleum and an antibiotic containing ciprofloxacin as an active principle for the treatment of experimental Escherichia coli (E. coli) infection in broiler chickens. Two-hundred-day-old broiler chickens were divided into 5 equal groups. The 1st group was neither challenged nor treated, but groups 2, 3, 4 and 5 were challenged with E. coli. The 2nd group was challenged with E. coli only, while the 3rd, 4th and 5th group were treated with phytobiotic, ciprofloxacin and phytobiotic and ciprofloxacin combinations, respectively. Resultsconfirmed significant (P<0.05) improvement of productive performance parameters, reduction in signs, mortalities, post mortem lesions and bacterial re-isolation, enhancement in cell mediated and humoral immune responses, reduction in levels of liver and kidney function tests and increase in the total protein and globulin levels in challenged chickens treated with either essential oils or ciprofloxacin compared to challenged non treated chickens. Moreover, best significant (P<0.05) results in all measured parameterswere detected in the group treated with the combination in comparison with those exposed to single treatments. In conclusion, a mixture of essential oils of Oreganum aetheroleum is more effective compared with ciprofloxacin in the treatment of E. coli in broiler chickens. However, a combined treatment of both could be a superior treatment.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
110
115
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2341_0f2b09edc46986970681911047d3d335.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2341
Strain and sex effects on ascites development in commercial broiler chickens
R.
Namakparvar
Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
author
F.
Shariatmadari
Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
author
S. H.
Hossieni
Animal Science Research
Institute, Karaj, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The objective of this study was to assess the importance of strain and sex and their interaction effect on broiler chickens’ performance and susceptibility to ascites. Chicks from three strains (Ross 308, Cobb 500 and Arian, labeled as A, B and C respectively) were obtained from the same age breeder and sexed when one-day-old. Each crosses’ sex was assigned to four pens of 60 broilers each. Body weight gain (BWG), feed intake, feed conversion ratio (FCR) and ascites mortality were determined. At the age of 28 and 49 d haematocrit values, arterial pressure index (API = right ventricular/total ventricular weight ratio), the values of plasma thyroid hormone concentration (thyroxin, T4 and triiodothyronine, T3) and metabolic lung weight (lung weight/body weight(0.75)) were determined. Strain B had the highest BWG but an equal incidence of ascites as strain A, which had low BWG and ascites mortality. Ascites mortality was not correlated with BWG and FCR. A significant strain interaction by sex on feed conversion (P<0.01) and final weight (P<0.05) was found. The sex effect was significant only in strain C on feed conversion and final weight. Strains B and C had lower thyroid hormones and reduced metabolic lung weights compared with strain A. The sex effect was not significant on the parameters associated with ascites syndrome and its incidence.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
116
121
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2349_fd53f15c9ae52946aad33a6256be1fad.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2349
B-scan ultrasonography of ocular abnormalities: a review of 182 dogs
M.
Dar
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Sher-e-Kashmir
University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Srinagar, India
author
D. K.
Tiwari
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, India
author
D. B.
Patil
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand Agricultural University, Anand, India
author
P. V.
Parikh
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand Agricultural University, Anand, India
author
text
article
2014
eng
Ultrasonography is the only practical method for obtaining images of the posterior segment of the eye when the light-conducting media are opaque. In this study, 182 dogs with ocular abnormalities presented to the Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology from December 2008-August 2010 were included. All the animals were subjected to detailed ophthalmic examination and B-scan ultrasonography of the eyes with a 7.5-18 MHz linear probe. Ultrasonography revealed thin hyperechoic lines of the lens indicating early cataract changes in 40 cases. In 10 cases, thin hyperechoic rims around the lens suggestive of cortical cataract wereevident. In 82 cases, the entire lens was echogenically consistent with complete cataract (nuclear cataract). In 3 cases the capsule appeared wrinkled, suggesting morgagnian cataract. To obtain images from the posterior segment of the eye, a 7.5-12 MHz linear probe was used. In two cases, there was sub-luxation of the lens, while in 14 cases, retinal detachment was observed. Complicated retinal detachments had occurred in four cases. Posterior vitreal degeneration was seen in 15 dogs. Ultrasonography revealed vitreal hemorrhage in 10 cases and asteroid hyalosis and optic nerve avulsion in one case each.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
122
126
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2350_9d2c80d2eeebc527668c9839bebfb956.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2350
Isolation, antimicrobial susceptibility and mecA gene analysis of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
F.
Arefi
Graduated from Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
M.
Mohsenzadeh
Department of Food Hygiene
and Aquaculture, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
J.
Razmyar
Department of Clinical
Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The objective of this study was to determine the occurrence of antimicrobial resistance among Staphylococcus aureus and to estimate the presence of methicillin-resistance in S. aureus (MRSA) isolates obtained by culture and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methods. For this purposes, 100 Iranian white and feta cheese samples collected from different suppliers were initially evaluated for the occurrence of S. aureus by culturing methods. The obtained isolates were subjected to disc diffusion antimicrobial susceptibility tests and a PCR method to detect the mecA gene. Out of the 100 cheese samples examined, 25 (25%) samples were contaminated with S. aureus with a mean of 5.74 ± 5.67 log cfu/g. Out of the 25 isolates, 23 (92%) were found to be resistant to at least one antibiotic or more, tested by a disk diffusion method. The highest rate of antibiotic resistance was observed to penicillin G (92%) followed by ampicillin (73%) and cloxacillin (68%). None of the isolates was resistant to gentamycin and vancomycin. Eight (34.78%) of the 23 S. aureus isolates were genotypically confirmed as MRSA. The results indicate that the presence of antimicrobialresistant strains of S. aureus in Iranian cheese samples constitute a potential risk for human health. This calls for better control of the spread of antimicrobial resistant strains as well as cheese contamination sources.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
127
131
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2351_c45341ada854fb54a99b21dbc37b481c.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2351
Characterization of Salmonellae isolated from different animal and human sources by PCR and resistance trends
R.
Firouzi
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
A.
Derakhshandeh
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
S.
Mehrshad
Ph.D. Student in Bacteriology,
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
S.
Heydari
DVM Student, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Salmonella is one of the most important zoonotic pathogens with many virulence factors playing a major role in its pathogenesis. The aims of this study were to detect spvA, int2 and invC virulence genes of different Salmonella serotypes isolated from various clinical animal and human sources, and to investigate antibiotic resistance patterns among these serotypes. Using a PCR assay, a total of 64 Salmonella isolates were evaluated for the presence of virulence genes. Results revealed that spvA, int2 and invC genes were found in 65.6%, 39.1%, and 76.6% of the Salmonella isolates, respectively. Seven different serotypes were differentiated according to the specific antisera. Antibiotic susceptibility results showed that isolates were susceptible to all tested antibiotics (31.25%), Amikacin (84.4%), Co-Amoxiclav (81.2%), Cefepime (73.4%), Ceftizoxime (76.6%), Ceftriaxone (60.9%), Meropenem (50%), Norfloxacin (82.8%), and Piperacillin (75%). SpvA is a plasmid gene and the int2 gene has been identified on mobile elements. In addition, the chromosomal invC gene is associated with type III secretion systems (TTSS; not present in all Salmonellae). Hence, the detection of these genes could be used to identify the Salmonella genus. High prevalence of int2 and spvA genes was also observed in multidrug resistance Salmonella isolates which might play an important role in the dissemination of antimicrobial resistance in multidrug resistance (MDR) Salmonella isolates.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
132
137
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2352_fa9feb5ddb17c35954bb6fc35a19df49.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2352
Occurrence of virulence genes and strain diversity of thermophilic campylobacters isolated from cattle and sheep faecal samples
R.
Khoshbakht
Ph.D. Student in Bacteriology, Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
M.
Tabatabaei
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
H.
Shirzad Aski
Ph.D. Student in Bacteriology, Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
S.
Hosseinzadeh
Department of Food Hygiene and Public Health, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The objective of this study was to investigate the genotypic characteristics of Campylobacter isolates in Shiraz, Iran. A total of 40 Campylobacter isolates including 20 C. jejuni and 20 C. coli were recovered from both cattle and sheep faeces by cultivation methods. The isolates were identified on the basis of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) detection of 16SrRNA and multiplex PCR to determine two species. For confirmed isolates, PCR was carried out for the presence of virulence genes using specific primers. Other than verifying the genetic diversity of thermophilic Campylobacter isolates, flaA PCR-RFLP was performed. Results showed the high prevalence (100%) of the cadF gene and three genes associated with cytolethal distending toxin (CDT). Plasmid virB11 gene was not found in any Campylobacter isolate, and dissimilarities and discrepancies occurred in pldA, iamA, wlaN, waaC and cgtB genes. Among the 40 Campylobacter isolates studied, nine different types were defined by flaA-typing. Results indicated genetic diversity among Campylobacter isolates recovered from cattle and sheep faecal samples. Findings showed the potential ability of C. jejuni and C. coli with cattle and sheep origins to cause infection in humans.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
138
144
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2353_4446bfa45476316b48970915d99843e4.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2353
Evaluation of therapeutic effects of a 5-day intrauterine infusion of 6% Eucalyptus globulus oil solution on mares with experimentally induced endometritis with Streptococcus zooepidemicus
F.
Gharagozlou
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
author
H.
Ghasemzadeh-Nava
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
author
N.
Atyabi
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
author
H.
Sharifi Yazdi
Department of Clinical
Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
V.
Akbarinejad
Young Researchers and Elites Club, North Tehran Branch,
Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Endometritis is one of the major causes of infertility in mares. The present study was conducted to evaluate intrauterine infusion of Eucalyptus globulus oil as treatment for mares with experimentally induced endometritis. Mares (n=8) were synchronized using two injections of PGF2α (10 mg) 14 days apart. All mares were inoculated with a live culture of 5 × 106 CFU S. zooepidemicus in the dioestrus phase after the termination of oestrus. The day of inoculation was considered as day 0 of the experiment. On days 3, 6 and9, cytological and bacteriological specimens were collected to determine endometritis. Mares were randomly assigned to two groups on day 10. Mares in treatment (n=4) and control (n=4) groups received intrauterine 6% Eucalyptus oil solution (100 ml) and intrauterine saline solution (100 ml) for 5 consecutive days. Cytological, bacteriological, and ultrasonographic evaluations were implemented at days 15, 17 and 19 (1, 3 and 5 days after termination of intrauterine treatment, respectively). The number of mares diagnosed with endometritis, the depth of their intraluminal uterine fluid and the number of infected mares did not change by the treatment (P>0.05). In conclusion, the 5-day intrauterine infusion of 6% E. globulus oil solution failed to treat experimental endometritis in mares.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
145
148
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2356_40b8486601c1539201e3a8dfed7cf8ed.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2356
Satureja hortensis as a growth promoter in broiler chickens
H.
Rajaian
Department of Basic Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
M.
Aberumandi
Graduated from School of
Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
J.
Jalaei
Ph.D. Student in Pharmacology, Department of Basic Sciences, School of
Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
M.
Khosravi
BSc for Veterinary Organization, Fars Province, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Satureja hortensis is a popular herb in most regions of the world with leaves used as seasoning. Evidence shows that this plant contains phenolic components such as thymol and carvacrol with a relatively wide spectrum of antimicrobial activity. This study aimed at evaluating the efficacy of S. hortensis plant powder as an alternative to antimicrobial growth promoters in broiler diets. The plant was bought in sufficient quantity from the district of Yasouj, Iran and was dried and ground into powder. A total of 140 unsexed 1-day-old Arbor Acers breed broiler chicks were housed and fed a starter diet up to 18 days of age. The birds were thenrandomly divided into two groups and reared under similar conditions. Chickens received either normal grower (from 18 to 35 days of age) and finisher (from 36 to 50 days of age) diets without S. hortensis (group I) or a similar diet containing one percent plant powder (group II). Statistical comparison of average body weights at various time intervals showed that chickens in group II (1930 ± 29 g, n=63) were significantly (P<0.05) heavier than the birds in the control group (1837 ± 25 g, n=62). The average body weight of males in each group (2075 ± 42 g, n=20 and 2143 ± 40 g, n=22 for groups I and II, respectively) was also greater than those of the females (1724 ± 34 g, n=42 and 1808 ± 30 g, n=41 for groups I and II, respectively). Although feed conversion ratio was slightly less in group II (1.95), it was not substantially different from that in group I (2.02). It is concluded that S. hortensis might be a potential growth promoter in poultry.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
149
153
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2362_47887d023eb3f09cd34654bc9d33a51e.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2362
Comparison of gastric adverse effects of aspirin and celecoxib before and after eradicating Helicobacter spp. infection in dogs
M.
Valadan
Graduated from School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
A.
Shojaee Tabrizi
Department of Clinical Sciences, School of
Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
A. A.
Sarchahi
Department of Clinical Sciences, School of
Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
A.
Derakhshandeh
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
S.
Mirzaeian
Graduated from School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The present study was carried out to determine whether Helicobacter spp. infection in dogs could affect lesions caused by the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin and celecoxib. Thirty asymptomatic mixed-breed dogs were used for this study. Gastric biopsies were taken via gastroscopy and evaluated by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and rapid urease tests (RUT). Helicobacter spp. was detected in all specimens. The infection was completely eradicated in 15 dogs by a three-drug regimen for 21days (amoxicillin, clarithromycin and omeprazole). Each Helicobacter-positive and -negative group was then divided into three subgroups treated with aspirin, celecoxib and placebo for 14 days. Dogs in the different subgroups were compared by sequential gastroscopy on days 0, 3, 7, 14 and 21 (a week after drug cessation). The results show that selective COX-2 inhibitors are better tolerated than conventional non-selective NSAIDs in dogs in terms of their side effects; however, these drugs should be administeredwith caution. Unlike what is advised in medical practices in humans, it seems that the eradication of non-pylori Helicobacter spp. from the stomach is not necessary prior to administrating NSAIDs in dogs.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
154
158
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2363_0eaf6030011d0bd11615ed312df0ebca.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2363
Antimicrobial activities of oregano and nutmeg essential oils combined with emulsifier/stabilizer compound in ready-to-cook barbecued chicken
S. S.
Shekarforoush
Department of Food Hygiene and Public Health, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
R.
Firouzi
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
K.
Kafshdozan
Graduated from School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The effects of essential oils (EOs) of oregano and nutmeg with and without commercial emulsifier/stabilizer compound (E/S) on the microbial quality of ready-to-cook barbecued chicken were evaluated. Barbecued chicken was traditionally prepared. 3 μL/g and 10 mg/g of EOs and/or E/S were then added to the barbecued chicken, respectively. The samples were stored at 3°C for 144 h, 8 and 20ºC for 72 h, accordingly, prior to being subjected to enumeration of aerobic mesophilic and psychrotrophic bacteria at different storage times. No inhibitory effects were detected in the presence of nutmeg EO together with and/or without E/S on thepsychrotrophic and aerobic mesophilic counts (AMC) in barbecued chicken. Whereas, AMC and psychrotrophic counts in the samples treated with oregano EO, stored at 8 and 20°C were not dramatically changed. Even though, in the case of treatment with oregano EO and E/S, stored at 3, 8 and 20°C AMC and psychrotrophic counts were significantly affected. Oregano EO was an active antibacterial component, used in combination with commercial E/S, compared to its single use. It can be suggested that using E/S and EO in combination is more likely able to emulsify antimicrobial EO substances and thus increase the efficacy of such substances.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
159
163
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2364_f9f919992df029adabba14e1b4ee91a9.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2364
Molecular characterization of avian adenoviruses in Iranian broiler flocks
E.
Nateghi
Graduated from Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
J.
Razmyar
Department of Clinical
Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
M. R.
Bassami
Department of Clinical
Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran; Institute of Biotechnology, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
This study was conducted to molecularly detect avian adenoviruses in broiler flocks showing liver lesions and respiratory syndrome in northeast Iran. In total, 60 tissue samples were collected from broiler farms with liver lesions, respiratory syndrome and also from clinically healthy flocks. Six samples were positive; however, three samples were selected for molecular studies. PCR products were sequenced to confirm the identity of avian adenoviruse. Based on the sequence analysis of the L1 region of the hexon gene, the NRB/FAV/4 should be classified as FAdV 8b strain and two other isolates - NRB/FAV/1 and NRB/FAV/5 - classified in cluster of the FAdV 2 & 11. As far as we know, this preliminary investigation is the only documented study to confirm the presence of avian adenoviruses in broiler flocks in Iran.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
164
167
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2365_ab63cc2108b135e52a141955070d21bb.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2365
Effect of different levels of egg yolk on ram sperm coating and preserving at 5°C
R.
Rajabi-Toustani
Graduated from Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
author
M.
Roostaei-Ali Mehr
Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
author
R.
Motamedi-Mojdehi
Graduated from Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of different levels of egg yolk for coating and storing spermatozoa. Ejaculates were collected from four rams. In each session, second ejaculates (n=4) were collected in a tube containing 1 mL coating buffers which were prepared by 10, 15 or 20% egg yolk plus Tris-fructose. Samples were pooled, centrifuged and the supernatant removed in the laboratory. The pellets were diluted with Tris-fructose containing egg yolk which was equal to its concentration in coating. Toperform four replicates for each sample, diluted sample was split into four parts then each part was split into two fractions. One of them (cold-shock) was suddenly put on ice water and the other was chilled at 0.25°C/min until 5°C. Aliquots were kept at 5°C for 36 h and sperm motility, viability and functional membrane integrity were determined at 0, 12, 24 and 36 h. The results showed that functional membrane integrity was highest in 20% yolk egg under gradual cooling at 0, 24 and 36 h (85.7, 75.9 and 71.7%,respectively; P<0.05). In the presence of 20% egg yolk, sperm viability was highest under cold-shock (74.8%) and gradual cooling (78.5%) and sperm motility was lower in cold-shock than gradual cooling at all storage times (76.9, 60.7, 36.2 and 27.7% vs. 85.4, 73.1, 54.6 and 40.8%, respectively; P<0.05). Therefore, 20% egg yolk can improve coated sperm longevity in normal gradual cooling; but it does not prevent the destructive effect of cold-shock from taking place.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
168
171
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2366_fbde9eb456a0ee0048de2ba4c7651289.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2366
Scintigraphic evaluation of abomasal emptying rate in neonatal suckling lambs
M.
Fartashvand
Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
author
Gh.
Assadnassab
Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
author
B.
Mahmoudian
Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
author
M.
Mohseni
Graduated from College of
Veterinary Medicine, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
author
S.
Afsharfarnia
Graduated from College of
Veterinary Medicine, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Evaluation of gastric emptying rate using nuclear scintigraphy as the gold standard method has been studied in various animals, but there is no report in suckling lambs. The aim of this study was to develop a nuclear scintigraphic method to visualize and measure abomasal emptying rate by estimation of scintigraphic half emptying time (T1/2) in the live neonatal lamb. Five healthy, female Iranian fat tailed Ghezel lambs, 7-10 days of age, were fasted at least 12 h and then fed with 1 mCi of 99mTc-DTPA added to 150 cc fresh ewe milk. Scintigraphic images were obtained in the standing position using a parallel hole, low-energy, triple head gamma camera. Images were stored digitally for 90 min and were analyzed using a nuclear medicine software program. The number of radionuclide counts from all three views during scintigraphic evaluations showed a time-dependent decrease in the number of radionuclide counts from the laterals (P<0.01) and the ventral view (P<0.001) of the abomasum. There was no significant difference in the number of radionuclide counts from all three views during scintigraphic evaluations. 51.70 ± 3.54 percent of the abomasum content was emptied after 90 min. Evaluating the ROI showed that half emptying time (T1/2) was 67.13 ± 8.64 min. This study was showed that nuclear scintigraphy can be used to evaluate the abomasal emptying rate in suckling lambs.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
172
175
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2367_cd319af4c4b85615f6558b2c61440416.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2367
Congenital arthrogryposis associated with musculoskeletal defects in three newborn goats
A.
Khodakaram-Tafti
Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
G.
Farjani Kish
Ph.D. Student in Veterinary
Pathology, Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
H.
Mohammadi
Graduated from School of
Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
S.
Alidadi
Ph.D. Student in Veterinary
Pathology, Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
Arthrogryposis as a congenital malformation that refers to the fixed flexion of one or more joints as a result of stiffness or limited movements of multiple joints, change of posture and limb function due to permanent contracture of joints and wasting of muscles that usually occur at early stage of gestation. This report describes congenital arthrogryposis associated with musculoskeletal defects in three newborn goats. Both front and hindlimbs joints were characteristically flexed towards the anterior portion of the body. In addition, ankylosis, reduced muscle mass of limbs and rigidly fixed hindlimbs, lordosis, kyphosis and brachygnathia were observed. There was no definitive evidence of etiology of arthrogryposis, however, it seemed to be infectious, inherited or due to toxic plants. Since there is no recorded history about the mothers of the kids and the limited information available, causes of these defects cannot be determined.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
176
178
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2368_a3f8104d20c0c5a228368adbad2e5228.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2368
Isolation and identification of Helicobacter pullorum from caecal content of broiler chickens in Mashhad, Iran
A.
Jamshidi
Department of Food Hygiene and Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
M. R.
Bassami
Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran, and Institute of
Biotechnology, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
H.
Salami
Graduated from Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi
University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
S.
Mohammadi
Graduated from Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi
University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
author
text
article
2014
eng
The presence of Helicobacter pullorum in intestinal tract of broiler chickens may be a potential risk for human health. In this study, a total of 100 caecal samples of broilers carcasses from 20 flocks at a poultry abattoir in Mashhad suburb were tested for the presence of H. pullorum using modified conventional culture method by combination of culturing on Brucella sheep blood agar and a filtering technique. Suspected colonies were determined as H. pullorum using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) by amplifying a 447 bp fragment of the 16SrRNA gene of this bacteria. 41% of caecal content samples and samples from 12 broiler flocks (60%) were determined as positive for the presence of H. pullorum. This is the first report of H. pullorum in Iranian poultry flocks. The results showed high prevalence of this bacterium in broiler chickens in this area of Iran. It seems using combination of conventional culture method and PCR assay based on amplification from conserved genes allows reliable detection and identification of H. pullorum.
Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research
Shiraz University
1728-1997
15
v.
2
no.
2014
179
182
https://ijvr.shirazu.ac.ir/article_2369_fd08efd47ed8f4ece62c318e7e5056f4.pdf
dx.doi.org/10.22099/ijvr.2014.2369