Review
Veterinary Sciences
Chengxi He, Kai Fan, Zhihui Hao, Na Tang, Gebin Li, Shuaiyu Wang
Summary: Feline idiopathic cystitis is a common disease in cats that presents with urinary symptoms. The disease may involve interactions between environmental factors, the neuroendocrine system, and the bladder of affected cats. Diagnosis is a process of excluding other possible conditions due to the similarity in clinical signs with other feline lower urinary diseases.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Virology
Teresa Rehme, Katrin Hartmann, Uwe Truyen, Yury Zablotski, Michele Bergmann
Summary: This study found that vaccination is the most important measure to reduce the risk of feline panleukopenia in shelters. Young cats, especially those kept in group housing, are more likely to shed the virus.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Fabienne Sprissler, Prapaporn Jongwattanapisan, Supol Luengyosluechakul, Rosama Pusoonthornthum, Sven Reese, Michele Bergmann, Katrin Hartmann
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of FIV and FeLV infection in healthy outdoor cats in North, Northeast and Central Thailand and evaluated the associated risk factors. The results showed that the prevalence of FIV and FeLV infections was lower than expected in these regions, and there were no significant risk factors for FeLV infection. However, the risk of FIV infection increased with age.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Giovana Biezus, Thierry Grima de Cristo, Mariana da Silva Casa, Mariangela Lovatel, Mayara Vavassori, Marcela Bruggemann de Souza Teixeira, Luiz Claudio Miletti, Ubirajara Maciel da Costa, Renata Assis Casagrande
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of progressive and regressive feline leukemia virus (FeLV) infection, identify outcome-associated factors, and analyze hematologic changes. The results showed that 45.6% of cats were infected with FeLV, with 34.4% having progressive infection and 10.4% having regressive infection. Male cats were more likely to have progressive infection, while those coinfected with feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) were more likely to have regressive infection. Progressive infections were associated with more frequent and severe hematologic changes.
PREVENTIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Maheswaran Dhanasekaran, Sneha Mohan, Dana Erickson, Pankaj Shah, Linda Szymanski, Vella Adrian, Aoife M. Egan
Summary: This study evaluated the occurrence of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in pregnant women at our hospital and identified the associated clinical risk factors. The study found that DKA was associated with a high rate of maternofetal morbidity and fetal loss. Maternal social stressors and suboptimal glycemic control were commonly found. Prenatal education strategies for women with diabetes mellitus should prioritize the prevention of DKA.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Julie Deprey, Arnaud Baldinger, Veronique Livet, Margaux Blondel, Mathieu Taroni, Cynthia Lefebvre, Isabelle Goy-Thollot, Pierre Moissonnier, Eric Viguier, Celine Pouzot-Nevoret, Claude Carozzo, Thibaut Cachon
Summary: A retrospective study on cats with subcutaneous ureteral bypass (SUB) devices found that the surgery is associated with complications such as chronic bacteriuria. Most cases of bacteriuria resolved with antibiotic treatment, but longer hospitalization duration and lower body condition score were identified as risk factors for positive urine culture during follow-up.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Romain Martischang, Maciek Godycki-Cwirko, Anna Kowalczyk, Katarzyna Kosiek, Adi Turjeman, Tanya Babich, Shachaf Shiber, Leonard Leibovici, Elodie von Dach, Stephan Harbarth, Angela Huttner
Summary: In women with lower UTI, age 52 and above, fosfomycin use, and UTI caused by Escherichia coli are associated with clinical and microbiological treatment failure, while diabetes and other comorbidities are not independent risk factors.
Article
Virology
Sandra Felten, Ute Klein-Richers, Stefan Unterer, Michele Bergmann, Yury Zablotski, Regina Hofmann-Lehmann, Katrin Hartmann
Summary: This study aimed to describe the shedding patterns of feline coronavirus (FCoV) in catteries and analyze risk factors for high-intensity shedding or non-shedding. The proportion of high-intensity shedders and non-shedding cats was higher than previously reported, possibly due to housing conditions, genetic susceptibility, or differences in the study period. Certain breeds had a higher risk of high-intensity shedding, and individual hygiene procedures may have influenced FCoV shedding frequency. Smaller group sizes were protective against FCoV shedding.
Article
Immunology
Sara Khalife, Imad AL Kassaa
Summary: A cross-sectional study conducted in Lebanon between April 2020 and August 2021 found that the seroprevalence of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) among household cats was 18.84% and 13.84%, respectively. Factors associated with FIV seropositivity included younger age, health and neuter status, lymphoma, lethargy, and vomiting. FeLV seropositivity was significantly associated with male sex, neuter status, lymphoma, anaemia, lethargy, and vomiting. These findings highlight the importance of preventive measures to address FIV and FeLV-related morbidity and mortality among cats.
COMPARATIVE IMMUNOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Kassiopi Christina G. Kokkinaki, Manolis N. Saridomichelakis, Mathios E. Mylonakis, Leonidas Leontides, Panagiotis G. Xenoulis
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of FCoV infection in cats in Greece and assess the risk factors. Out of 453 cats, 55 (12.1%) were seropositive for FCoV. Stray cats and contact with other cats were found to be associated with FCoV seropositivity. This is the first extensive study on FCoV epidemiology in Greece and one of the largest worldwide. FCoV infection appears to be relatively common in Greece, highlighting the need for optimal strategies for its prevention.
COMPARATIVE IMMUNOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Paulina Sepulveda-Garcia, Amir Alabi, Karla Alvarez, Lisbeth Rojas, Armin Mella, Luiz Ricardo Goncalves, Marcos Rogerio Andre, Rosangela Zacarias Machado, Ananda Muller, Gustavo Monti
Summary: The aim of this study was to estimate the occurrence of Bartonella spp. in cats and their owners in Valdivia, Chile. The study found that 20.43% of households had at least one Bartonella positive cat, but Bartonella DNA was not found in the blood samples of humans. Risk factors for Bartonella spp. presence in cats included age, neutering status, sampling location, and improper tick/flea control products.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Kelly M. Muller, Jamie M. Burkitt-Creedon, Steven E. Epstein
Summary: This study reports the incidence of post-obstructive diuresis (POD) in cats with urethral obstruction and identifies certain presenting physical examination and clinicopathologic variables that can predict the onset or severity of POD.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Kate Van Brussel, Xiuwan Wang, Mang Shi, Maura Carrai, Shuo Feng, Jun Li, Edward C. Holmes, Julia A. Beatty, Vanessa R. Barrs
Summary: This study characterized the enteric virome in cats infected with feline panleukopenia virus (FPV) and compared it with healthy cats. The results showed that feline coronavirus, feline bocavirus, and feline calicivirus were more commonly present in cats with FPV, and feline bocavirus 2 was detected at a higher frequency in FPV cases compared to healthy controls. The differences in virome composition may be associated with the severity of clinical disease in cats with FPV.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Federica Di Profio, Vittorio Sarchese, Andrea Palombieri, Paola Fruci, Ivano Massirio, Vito Martella, Marsilio Fulvio, Barbara Di Martino
Summary: Feline chaphamaparvovirus (FeChPV) is a novel parvovirus with high prevalence in cats, potentially associated with acute gastroenteritis. It was also detected in respiratory samples of some cats, but without significant association with upper respiratory tract disease. FeChPV strains in Italy clustered closely with prototypes from Canada, distinct from canine chaphamaparvovirus in the Carnivore chaphamaparvovirus 1 (CaChPV-1) species.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Giulia Donato, Marisa Masucci, Katrin Hartmann, Marga G. A. Goris, Ahmed A. Ahmed, Joy Archer, Angela Alibrandi, Maria Grazia Pennisi
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of Leptospira spp. in cats from southern Italy, finding a high infection rate. The spring season was identified as the only risk factor for urinary Leptospira DNA shedding, with laboratory abnormalities significantly associated with infection positivity.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Marleen Brans, Sylvie Daminet, Femke Mortier, Luc Duchateau, Herve P. Lefebvre, Dominique Paepe
Summary: This study investigated the diagnostic performance of SDMA in azotemic and nonazotemic cats, finding that SDMA is a reliable marker in identifying decreased GFR. However, the superiority of SDMA over sCr could not be confirmed.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amber Hillaert, Daisy J. X. Liu, Sylvie Daminet, Bart J. G. Broeckx, Emmelie Stock, Dominique Paepe, Myriam Hesta, Katrien Vanderperren
Summary: The study found that SDMA shows high long-term stability in healthy adult dogs. Subject-specific reference values are preferred for evaluating SDMA concentrations due to their higher sensitivity. Additionally, an increased body fat percentage may affect SDMA concentration in otherwise healthy dogs, but further research is needed to clarify its clinical relevance.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Thirawut Kongtasai, Evelyne Meyer, Dominique Paepe, Sofie Marynissen, Pascale Smets, Femke Mortier, Kristel Demeyere, Eva Vandermeulen, Emmelie Stock, Eva Buresova, Pieter Defauw, Luc Duchateau, Sylvie Daminet
Summary: This study confirmed that L-FABP is a potential biomarker for early CKD in cats, while NGAL is not suitable for this purpose.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Latifa Elhachimi, Felix Valcarcel, Angeles S. Olmeda, Sabrine Elasatey, Sarah E. Khattat, Sylvie Daminet, Hamid Sahibi, Luc Duchateau
Summary: The study aimed to establish standard procedures for rearing Hyalomma marginatum under laboratory conditions. The results showed that the development of non-parasitic stages was faster at 28 degrees Celsius compared to 18 degrees Celsius due to temperature influences.
EXPERIMENTAL AND APPLIED ACAROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
F. Mortier, S. Marynissen, E. Stock, S. Daminet, D. Paepe
Summary: The treatment duration of bacterial urinary tract infections in small animals may be too long, leading to higher costs and potential side effects. The role of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in controlling lower urinary tract signs and the importance of not every positive urine culture leading to antimicrobial therapy should be considered.
VLAAMS DIERGENEESKUNDIG TIJDSCHRIFT
(2021)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Sarah El Hamiani Khatat, Sylvie Daminet, Luc Duchateau, Latifa Elhachimi, Malika Kachani, Hamid Sahibi
Summary: Anaplasma phagocytophilum is a worldwide emerging zoonotic tick-borne pathogen with extensive genetic variability, potentially using dogs as sentinels for transmission. The bacterium infects and survives within neutrophils, inducing inflammatory injuries, and may cause acute febrile illness in dogs, complicating diagnosis and treatment with potential coinfections with other tick-borne pathogens.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Houda Idrissi, Maryam Hakkour, Luc Duchateau, Renato Zanatta, Malika Kachani, Rahma Azrib, Sylvie Daminet, Faouzi Kichou, Sabrine El Asatey, Noureddine Tazi, Hamid Sahibi, Sarah El Hamiani Khatat
Summary: Canine leishmaniasis is endemic in Morocco, with infected dogs showing symptoms such as lymphadenomegaly, dermatological disorders, and weight loss. The study suggests that testing symptomatic dogs and regularly screening at-risk dogs is crucial to control the spread of the disease in both humans and canines.
VETERINARY MEDICINE INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Latifa Elhachimi, Carolien Rogiers, Stijn Casaert, Siham Fellahi, Thomas Van Leeuwen, Wannes Dermauw, Felix Valcarcel, Angeles Sonia Olmeda, Sylvie Daminet, Sarah El Hamiani Khatat, Hamid Sahibi, Luc Duchateau
Summary: Tick-borne pathogens were investigated in cattle in the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra region of Morocco, revealing a high prevalence and diversity of tick species, with Anaplasma/Ehrlichia spp. having the highest infection rate. Risk factors for pathogen abundance included crossbreeds, females, older age, and high tick infestation. Locations with the highest prevalence of tick-borne pathogens were Jorf El Melha, Sidi Yahya Zaer, Ait Ichou, and Arbaoua.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Gaelle Schils, Ellen De Paepe, Bruno Lapauw, Ellen Vanden Broecke, Laurens Van Mulders, Lynn Vanhaecke, Aurelie Lyssens, Lisa Stammeleer, Sylvie Daminet
Summary: This study evaluated the presence of traces of thiamazole in the urine of owners of hyperthyroid cats treated with antithyroid drugs. The results showed no thiamazole was detected in the urine of owners of hyperthyroid cats.
JOURNAL OF FELINE MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2022)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Thirawut Kongtasai, Dominique Paepe, Evelyne Meyer, Femke Mortier, Sofie Marynissen, Lisa Stammeleer, Pieter Defauw, Sylvie Daminet
Summary: Serum creatinine concentration has limitations as a biomarker of early CKD in cats, and there is a need for novel biomarkers to improve early detection and intervention.
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Latifa Elhachimi, Thomas Van Leeuwen, Wannes Dermauw, Carolien Rogiers, Felix Valcarcel, Angeles Sonia Olmeda, Sarah Elhamiani Khatat, Sylvie Daminet, Hamid Sahibi, Luc Duchateau
Summary: In this study, the acaricide susceptibility of Hyalomma marginatum in the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra region of Morocco was investigated. The results showed varying levels of susceptibility to diazinon and amitraz, and emerging resistance to acaricides in ticks.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Houda Idrissi, Sarah El Hamiani Khatat, Luc Duchateau, Malika Kachani, Sylvie Daminet, Sabrine El Asatey, Noureddine Tazi, Rahma Azrib, Hamid Sahibi
Summary: Intestinal parasites are highly prevalent in different dog populations in Morocco, with limited awareness among dog owners about zoonotic parasites. It is recommended to enhance health education and raise awareness about zoonotic parasites.
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY- REGIONAL STUDIES AND REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Evy Beckers, Iris Casselman, Emma Soudant, Sylvie Daminet, Dominique Paepe, Luc Peelman, Bart J. G. Broeckx
Summary: Multidrug sensitivity is a common autosomal recessive disorder in dogs, with a high prevalence in some breeds. While genotyping dogs at risk before treatment is recommended, this practice is not widely followed by veterinarians. There is a significant difference in allelic frequencies between laboratory and clinical settings, suggesting a low risk of encountering dogs with multidrug sensitivity without genotyping. As the variant is only found in at-risk breeds, the current recommendation of routine genotyping is justified.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gitte Mampaey, Arnaut Hellemans, Hilde de Rooster, Tom Schipper, Eline Abma, Bart J. G. Broeckx, Sylvie Daminet, Pascale Smets
Summary: Combretastatin A4-phosphate (CA4P) can cause cardiotoxicity in canine cancer patients, and two-dimensional speckle tracking echocardiography may be a useful tool for early detection and monitoring of cardiac dysfunction.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
A. Lyssens, M. F. van den Berg, K. Peremans, E. Vandermeulen, S. Daminet
Summary: This study included 5 dogs with hyperthyroidism caused by non-resectable ectopic thyroid tumors, and found that radioiodine treatment resulted in decreased tumor size, normalized thyroxine concentrations, and disappearance of clinical signs. One dog experienced myelosuppression after treatment, and dogs with metastasis had shorter survival compared to those without metastasis.
JOURNAL OF SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE
(2021)
