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Veterinary Sciences
Soroush Sabiza, Hadi Naddaf, Seyedeh Misagh Jalali, Ali Baniadam, Bahman Mosallanejad
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the effects of doxapram on haematological, serum biochemical, and antioxidant status in dogs after propofol anesthesia. Results showed that doxapram had no major negative effects on these parameters except for a decrease in haematocrit after recovery.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Thiwanya Choeisoongnern, Sasithorn Sirilun, Rungaroon Waditee-Sirisattha, Komsak Pintha, Sartjin Peerajan, Chaiyavat Chaiyasut
Summary: Probiotic Enterococcus faecium OV3-6 and its secreted active peptide have shown the ability to survive in simulated digestion conditions, reduce bacterial adhesion, inhibit growth of various bacteria, and produce stable antimicrobial peptides. These characteristics make it a potential probiotic and bio-preservative for applications in fermented foods and functional food or feed industries.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
S. Lengliz, M. S. Abbassi, A. Rehaiem, N. Ben Chehida, T. Najar
Summary: This study identified potential probiotic lactococcus bacteria from rabbits, with one Enterococcus durans isolate showing promising application prospects in rabbit husbandry. The isolates also displayed relevant resistance phenotypes and virulence factors, highlighting their potential as autochthonous probiotics.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
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Microbiology
Da Hye Kim, Seul-Ah Kim, Na Gyeong Jo, Jae-Han Bae, Minh Tri Nguyen, Yu Mi Jo, Nam Soo Han
Summary: This study provides evidence that the Enterococcus faecium strain EFEL8600, isolated from Korean soy-meju, exhibits probiotic characteristics including inhibitory activity against Listeria monocytogenes, resilience in gastrointestinal conditions, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, and protection of the intestinal barrier.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Blaise Manga Enuh, Serap Gedikli, Pinar Aytar Celik, Ahmet Cabuk
Summary: This study sequenced and analyzed the whole genome of a newly isolated Enterococcus durans MN187066, revealing its beneficial probiotic traits as well as antimicrobial resistance and virulence genes. The strain was found to be non-toxigenic and produced beneficial metabolites important for its success as a probiotic, while not possessing vancomycin resistance genes.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Carina de Castro Santos Melo, Angelina da Silva Freire, Marcela Aragao Galdeano, Camila Fraga da Costa, Anay Priscilla David de Oliveira Goncalves, Francesca Silva Dias, Daniel Ribeiro Menezes
Summary: In this study, fermented goat milk with probiotic potential was prepared for dogs in an in vitro model using 40 lactic acid bacteria isolates. The results showed that E. hirae isolates and fermented goat milk both demonstrated satisfactory probiotic efficiency and food safety for dogs in the in vitro setting. Evaluation included various analyses such as pH reduction, acidity increase, and higher levels of LAB in the fermented goat milk compared to the control group over a 36-day storage period.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Viola Strompfova, Ivana Kubasova, Dagmar Mudronova, Lucia Stempelova, Martina Takacova, Bartosz Gasowski, Klaudia Cobanova, Aladar Madari
Summary: The study found that adding a diet supplemented with hydrolyzed brewery yeast has significant effects on the gut microbiota and blood parameters in healthy adult dogs, with increases in bifidobacteria, lactic acid bacteria, and clostridia, as well as decreases in triglyceride and cholesterol concentrations in blood serum.
PROBIOTICS AND ANTIMICROBIAL PROTEINS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Samuel Azupio, Mohammed Alhassan, Stephen Adusei, Isaac Kofi Adjarko
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of soaked false yam tuber meal on the hematological and biochemical markers of weaner rabbits. The results showed significant differences in certain hematological and biochemical markers, but these differences remained within the normal range. Therefore, false yam tuber can be used as a substitute for maize in rabbit diets without detrimental effects on the animals' health.
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Veterinary Sciences
M. F. Gallelli, E. Zampini, V. Trasorras, M. I. Carretero, M. Bertuzzi, V. Amusquibar, M. Pereira, C. P. Bianchi
Summary: In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in llamas, not only as part of a productive system, but mostly as companion animals. However, there is limited information available on the clinical biochemistry and haematology of llamas. This study aimed to provide haematological and biochemical parameters for llamas of known health status, and found that different gender and environmental factors may affect these parameters.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Shiman Jiang, Lingzhi Cai, Longxian Lv, Lanjuan Li
Summary: Pediococcus pentosaceus, a promising strain of lactic acid bacteria, has advantages such as improving taste and nutrition of food, as well as antimicrobial abilities. Further study of P. pentosaceus strains is needed to clarify their benefits and drawbacks for future applications.
MICROBIAL CELL FACTORIES
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rajesh P. Shastry, R. R. Arunrenganathan, V. Ravishankar Rai
Summary: Enterocin R5 is an antibacterial peptide with broad spectrum activity found in the culture supernatant of Enterococcus lactis RS5. It shows inhibitory effects against various bacteria and has potential as an alternative antibacterial agent for biofilm-associated food spoilage pathogens. The molecular weight is approximately 6 kDa and it exhibits anti-biofilm activity at a concentration of 100 μg/ml.
BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Maria Irene Pacini, Francesca Bonelli, George Lubas, Micaela Sgorbini
Summary: Given the increasing number of wild animal hospitalisations, it is important to improve veterinarians' knowledge of wildlife medicine and enhance clinical and diagnostic procedures. Blood tests are a quick and minimally invasive method to gather valuable clinical information for adequate treatment. This study evaluates the haematological and biochemical parameters in injured roe deer and suggests their relevance to animal hospitalisation outcomes.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shudong Peng, Chaoqun Guo, Hongchang Cui, Zhi Duan
Summary: The purpose of this study was to isolate a novel strain of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum with probiotic functions to combat Streptococcus pneumoniae. The strain, named VHProbi P06, exhibited strong antibacterial activity, adhesion to 5-8F cells, and inhibition of S. pneumoniae colonization in the respiratory tract. Genome analysis revealed several gene clusters related to adhesion, exopolysaccharide biosynthesis, and phage regions. This study provides a theoretical basis for the application of VHProbi P06 in the upper respiratory tract to resist pathogenic bacteria.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
S. M. Jaensch, D. A. Hayward, S. P. Boyd
Summary: This study presents a case series of canine LGLL, providing insights into the haematological parameters, serum biochemistry findings, and phenotype of large granular lymphocytes. Neutrophilia and elevated serum gamma-glutamyl transferase were common abnormalities. The study also observed concurrent neoplasia in some canine LGLL cases.
AUSTRALIAN VETERINARY JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Selvam Dhanam, Neelamegam Rameshkumar, Muthukalingan Krishnan, Nagarajan Kayalvizhi
Summary: This study evaluated bacteriocin and bacteriocin capped silver nanoparticles (BCSNPs) for their wound healing properties and compared them with cephalexin antibiotics. The results showed that the wound healing efficacy of bacteriocin and BCSNPs was higher than that of cephalexin. In vivo assessments also indicated no significant changes in serum biochemical analysis and no abnormalities or damages to major organs after treatment with bacteriocin and BCSNPs. Therefore, bacteriocin and BCSNPs have great potential as a safe antimicrobial treatment for MRSA infections.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Marcin Przybylo, Jadwiga Flaga, Marcus Clauss, Kinga Szczepanik, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki, Zygmunt M. Kowalski, Pawel Gorka
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of increased mono- and disaccharide intake on the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) and blood parameters in Reeves's muntjac. The findings suggest that moderate increase in mono- and disaccharide intake can lead to increased concentrations of these sugars in the digestive system and increased expression of SGLT1 in the intestinal epithelium.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY AND ANIMAL NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Malgorzata P. Majewska, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki, Aneta Kedzierska, Barbara Kowalik
Summary: The study compared the effects of tannins from different sources on the fatty acid composition in sheep's ruminal fluid. The results showed that both sampling time and animal diet had a significant impact on the tested parameters. The addition of tannic acid had a greater influence on the fatty acid profile in the rumen compared to oak bark extract. The increased concentrations of certain fatty acids suggested that tannic acid may inhibit the initial stage of fatty acid biohydrogenation.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Lucia Stempelova, Ivana Kubasova, Dobroslava Bujnakova, Livia Karahutova, Jana Galova, Erik Kuzma, Viola Strompfova
Summary: Canine skin is a common source of bacteria causing infectious skin diseases in dogs, with high levels of antimicrobial resistance. The study evaluated the inhibitory and bactericidal activity of eight organic acids against 14 canine skin isolates. The tested acids showed bactericidal effect, with acetic acid and propionic acid showing the lowest minimum inhibitory concentration. Two Staphylococcus aureus strains and one Escherichia coli strain exhibited higher resistance compared to coagulase-negative staphylococci.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Nadanasabesan Nimalan, Solveig Lysfjord Sorensen, Adriana Feckaninova, Jana Koscova, Dagmar Mudronova, Sona Gancarcikova, Ioannis N. Vatsos, Saraswathy Bisa, Viswanath Kiron, Mette Sorensen
Summary: This study investigated the ability of lactic acid bacteria to prevent soybean meal-induced enteritis in Atlantic salmon. The results showed that feeding the bacteria altered the short chain fatty acids in the digesta, reduced the width of the lamina propria, and prevented enteritis.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Petra Hradicka, Petra Adamkova, Ludovit Lenhardt, Sona Gancarcikova, Silvia Farkasova Iannaccone, Vlasta Demeckova
Summary: This study evaluated the long-term effects of probiotic mixture on healthy Wistar rats, focusing on colon histology, haematology, serum biochemistry, inflammatory cytokine production, and faecal microbiota composition. Long-term supplementation of probiotics led to a systemic pro-inflammatory response and an increase in bacterial families associated with gastrointestinal inflammation. Important indicators of cardiovascular risk were elevated after long-term probiotic treatment. Although no histopathological lesions were found in the colon, enlarged lymphoid aggregates and follicles were observed. This study supports the suggestion to tailor probiotic prescription based on individual conditions and define the time of administration.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL FOODS
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Nicole Fulopova, Natalia Chomova, Jan Elbl, Dagmar Mudronova, Patrik Sivulic, Sylvie Pavlokova, Ales Franc
Summary: Probiotics have been widely used in medicine to increase resistance to pathogens and provide protection against external impacts. It is believed that probiotics protecting animals may also protect humans who consume them. A study tested a specific strain of probiotic bacteria, Lactobacillus plantarum R2 Biocenol (TM), and found it was beneficial in aquaculture and potentially beneficial for humans as well. The study developed a simple oral dosage form using a suitable preparation method and evaluated its physicochemical properties and bacterial viability.
Review
Biology
Slavomir Marcincak, Boris Semjon, Dana Marcincakova, Anna Reitznerova, Dagmar Mudronova, Janka Vaskova, Jozef Nagy
Summary: Humic substances with high proportion of humic acids have been classified as feed materials for animal nutrition. They have protective, anti-inflammatory, adsorptive and antimicrobial properties. Chicken supplemented with these substances showed improved nutrient absorption, nutritional status and immune response. They also enhance protein digestion, calcium and trace element utilization, and improve feed digestibility by maintaining optimal pH in the gut.
Article
Biology
Dominika Faixova, Marek Ratvaj, Ivana Cingelova Maruscakova, Gabriela Hrckova, Viera Karaffova, Zita Faixova, Dagmar Mudronova
Summary: The anticancer potential of silymarin is well known, and studies have shown that the main component of silymarin, silybin, has a dual effect on the proliferation and immune response of different cell types. However, there is a lack of studies comparing the effect of silybin on healthy and tumor cells, especially intestinal ones. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the concentration-dependent effect of silybin on normal intestinal cells and colorectal adenocarcinoma cells.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Filip Humenik, Marcela Maloveska, Nikola Hudakova, Patricia Petrouskova, Zuzana Sufliarska, L'ubica Hornakova, Alexandra Valencakova, Martin Kozar, Barbora Siskova, Dagmar Mudronova, Martin Bartkovsky, Dasa Cizkova
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the beneficial treatment effect of canine amniotic membrane-derived mesenchymal stem cell products (AM-MSC) on complicated wound healing in dogs. Characterization of AM-MSCs showed their distinctive features and potential for differentiation. In vitro studies demonstrated a significant decrease in scratch area on skin fibroblast cultures treated with canine amniotic mesenchymal stem cell conditioned media (AMMSC-CM). In the experimental study, the combination therapy of antibiotics, NSAIDs, and local AMMSC-CM application resulted in a substantial reduction in wound surface area compared to conventional therapy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Stefan Toth, Zuzana Fagova, Monika Holodova, Dema Zeidan, Patrick Hartel, Kristina Curgali, Eva Mechirova, Milan Maretta, Radomira Nemcova, Sona Gancarcikova, Marianna Dankova
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the influence of Escherichia coli (E. coli) on the intestinal barrier. The results showed that the colon of germ-free piglets was more resistant to coliform bacterial infection compared to the jejunum. Additionally, the intestinal barrier exhibited a rapid response and better preparation for possible pathological attacks.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Malgorzata Paulina Majewska, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki, Aneta Kedzierska, Barbara Kowalik
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of adding different sources of hydrolysable tannins to the diet on protozoa population and carbohydrate digestion in sheep rumen. The results showed that the experimental diets reduced the number of total protozoa and one species of protozoa, which in turn reduced amylolytic activity in the rumen.
ANNALS OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Radoslava Vlckova, Zuzana Andrejcakova, Drahomira Sopkova, Katarzyna Koziol, Zdenka Hertelyova, Anna Koziorowska, Sona Gancarcikova
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of supplemental flaxseed on the structure and function of the ovaries and uteri in mice. The results showed that flaxseed increased serum fatty acid concentration, enhanced the sizes of the ovaries and follicles, promoted the release of progesterone and estradiol, increased the thickness of endometrium and myometrium, and altered the expression of hormone receptors in all uterine compartments.
GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOPHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Ivana Kubasova, Lucia Stempelova, Aladar Madari, Dobroslava Bujnakova, Lenka Micenkova, Viola Strompfova
Summary: Modulating the intestinal microbiota using a canine isolate of E. faecium DSM 32820 strain shows promising results in improving gastrointestinal health and reducing symptoms in dogs with acute non-haemorrhagic diarrhoea. The study found changes in the composition of gut bacteria and enzymatic activities in feces after the application of the strain, alongside improvements in clinical symptoms.
ACTA VETERINARIA-BEOGRAD
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Petra Adamkova, Petra Hradicka, Helena Kupcova Skalnikova, Veronika Cizkova, Petr Vodicka, Silvia Farkasova Iannaccone, Monika Kassayova, Sona Gancarcikova, Vlasta Demeckova
Summary: This study investigates the suitability of the DSS-induced colitis model for studying dysbiosis in IBD. The results show significant shifts in the colitis-related microbial species after induction, which could still be detected during the recovery period. The model may also contribute to understanding the effects of different treatments on extraintestinal organ impairments.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Monika Pogany Simonova, Andrea Laukova, L'ubica Chrastinova, Anna Kandricakova, Jana Scerbova, Zuzana Formelova, Maria Chrenkova, Rudolf Zitnan, Renata Miltko, Grzegorz Belzecki
Summary: The study showed that the beneficial strain Enterococcus durans ED26E/7 and its enterocin - durancin EntED26E/7 have a positive impact on the growth performance, caecal enzymatic activity, jejunal morphometry, and meat physico-chemical characteristics of rabbits. The application of these bioactive compounds can improve growth performance, caecal enzymatic activity, and jejunal morphometry in rabbits without negatively affecting meat quality.
ANNALS OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2022)