{"title":"Overview of educational research in theriogenology","authors":"Margaret Root Kustritz, Andre Nault","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9598","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9598","url":null,"abstract":"A review of the literature identified 59 studies specific to educational research in theriogenology. Provision of this comprehensive list of educational research in theriogenology will provide a resource for educators and encourage collaboration within the American College of Theriogenologists and Society for Theriogenology.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":"94 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135690221","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
John Cavalieri, Brad Dowling, Leo Foyle, Craig Godfrey, Janice Lloyd, Josephine Penny, William Tranter, Sally Watts, Jamie Wearn, Graham Willis
{"title":"Guidelines for the use and reuse of animals for teaching within veterinary medical education programs","authors":"John Cavalieri, Brad Dowling, Leo Foyle, Craig Godfrey, Janice Lloyd, Josephine Penny, William Tranter, Sally Watts, Jamie Wearn, Graham Willis","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9593","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9593","url":null,"abstract":"Use and reuse of animals for educational purposes could adversely affect animal welfare. Guidelines for quantifying, monitoring, and planning the use and reuse of animals have been developed. Within this framework, animals are assigned points for usage, with more points being allocated to procedures that may have a greater adverse effect on animal welfare. Usage of individual animals is limited to a maximum of 8 points in a calendar week, 24 points in a month, or 60 points within a 16-week study period and any associated examination period. Advantages and disadvantages of the system are discussed, while modifications are expected as knowledge emerges on the impacts of procedures on animal welfare.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135641527","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effect of foosball practice on veterinary students’ bovine artificial insemination skills","authors":"Mia Norton, Annett Annandale","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9595","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9595","url":null,"abstract":"Live cow artificial insemination (AI) opportunities are limited at training institutions, and this study explored a novel approach to better prepare students for the task. Since the arm and wrist movement while playing foosball (FB) is like picking up the cervix during AIs, the effect of playing FB on veterinary students’ AI performance was investigated. Objective was to determine if playing FB would improve students bovine AI ability through muscle memory development. Fourth year (of a 5 year course) veterinary students (n = 28) either took part in the FB cohort (n = 17) or the nonFB cohort (n = 11). The FB cohort played 30 minutes of FB 3 times/week for 8 weeks. Both cohorts then participated in AI training using bovine cadaver uteruses before they were assessed on their ability to place an AI pipette into a live cow’s uterus. Although there was no difference between cohorts (p = 0.58) there was a higher proportion of successful students in the FB (0.35) compared to the nonFB cohort (0.18). Small cohort size, the fact that only 11 students completed the allocated FB play time, and participants’ transrectal palpation (TRP) inexperience may have influenced the result. This should, however, not discourage further investigations into alternative teaching approaches. Furthermore, this study highlighted the importance of assessing competence for clinical skills that are required to learn new skills first (TRP in this case) before attempting to teach a new, more advanced skill (AI in this case). This is likely to be applicable for many other clinical skills.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":"2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135478954","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Margaret Root Kustritz, Patricia Sertich, Aime Johnson, Scott Madill
{"title":"Year-one knowledge and skills in theriogenology: a preliminary study","authors":"Margaret Root Kustritz, Patricia Sertich, Aime Johnson, Scott Madill","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9589","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9589","url":null,"abstract":"Veterinary practitioners who had just completed their first postgraduate year of work were surveyed to determine what knowledge and skills in theriogenology were used in that first year with the goal of helping veterinary schools prioritize components of the model core curriculum in their curricular offerings. The survey was based on a core curriculum created by the American College of Theriogenologists. Forty-eight surveys were returned; response rate could not be calculated. The majority of participants were in small animal practice but a wide range of employment experiences was represented. The only component listed as very commonly used in all practice types was ‘reproductive anatomy in any species.’ Reproductive work in general was not managed by small animal practitioners, reflecting current caseload in most small animal primary care clinics in the United States, which focuses on sterilized small animal patients. Reproductive work was more common among large animal practitioners, particularly those in mixed and food animal practices. The core curriculum is comparative and in this study many of the components rated as being used very commonly required input from disciplines outside of theriogenology for training, including anesthesia, surgery, and medical imaging. It is important for those teaching theriogenology to be an active part of all conversations about curriculum at academic institutions and that the comparative nature of theriogenology be stressed to ensure all necessary components are being taught to prepare graduates for theriogenology work in practice.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135641775","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of transrectal palpation on teaching mares: a retrospective study*","authors":"Sheila Megehee, Candace Lyman, Reed Holyoak","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9597","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9597","url":null,"abstract":"Transrectal palpation (TRP) in mares is considered a noxious and potentially life-threatening procedure, particularly if performed by inexperienced individuals. A retrospective study was conducted using TRP records maintained at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine Ranch. A total of 5,801 TRP were performed from 2019 to 2021 by veterinary students. We hypothesized that in mares the incidence of rectal wall injury and use of intravenous sedation for behavior modification would be low. Additionally, we hypothesized that averse behaviors during TRP would not be a reason commonly cited for mare retirement from the teaching herd. Injury incidence rate was 0.76% (44/5,801) and no injury required surgical correction or resulted in a mare’s death. Sedation was used to minimize averse behaviors 0.34% of the time (20/5,801) and 11 out of 48 mares received sedation. Individual mare use ranged from 1 to 22 years and 10 of 48 mares retired from 2019 to 2021. No retirement was related to averse behaviors or injury experienced during TRP. Findings indicated that student-generated rectal wall injury to teaching mares was at an extremely low rate of occurrence. We also suggest that in live-animal TRP laboratories, animal welfare is not compromised, and it should not be cited as a reason to minimize live animal use within the veterinary curriculum.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135691279","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"When the plan goes awry: how to negotiate estrus synchronization errors in beef cattle","authors":"Jessica L. Klabnik, Emma J Horn","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9265","url":null,"abstract":"Estrus synchronization protocols vary widely, and errors during implementation are not uncommon. When an error is made, recommendations for resolution must consider the initial purpose of implementing the synchronization protocol in the herd. The ideal solution is to convert the protocol to a different published protocol. When this is not possible, the safest solution for maintaining an acceptable pregnancy rate is often either restarting a synchronization program or potentially foregoing artificial insemination for the season. Knowledge of estrous cycle physiology and how hormone treatments manipulate the cycle are foundational when attempting to modify a protocol based on the specific error that is made. Errors made early in a synchronization protocol tend to be more manageable than those made toward the end of the protocol. The use of less valuable semen and immediate introduction of a clean-up bull should be considered to maximize pregnancy outcomes when attempting to correct an error during estrus synchronization.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48984582","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of testicular degeneration in the bull","authors":"J. Koziol, C. Palmer","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9271","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9271","url":null,"abstract":"Testicular degeneration in the bull is described as diffuse disintegration of seminiferous tubule structure and function causing a profound reduction in sperm concentration, scrotal circumference, and an increase in sperm morphologic abnormalities resulting in subfertility or permanent infertility. Degenerative changes within the seminiferous epithelium occur most commonly after an insult to spermatogenesis or may be idiopathic. Common insults include trauma, stress (environmental, heat, nutritional), or toxins. Idiopathic is most often associated with age-related changes. Clinical signs of testicular degeneration are discussed along with approaches to treatment and potential prognoses as related to treatment and management practices that can be employed by the general practitioner and specialist alike. This review will also encompass a discussion on the pathophysiology of this disease so that the practitioner has a detailed understanding of the disease, which improves their ability to employ evidence-based medicine and sound clinical reasoning.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41527411","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Fiona Herzog, Daniel W. Adams, Alissa St. Blanc, J. Lee, C. Pinto, I. Langohr
{"title":"Canine Sertoli cell tumor: anti-Müllerian hormone, inhibin B, and estrone sulphate","authors":"Fiona Herzog, Daniel W. Adams, Alissa St. Blanc, J. Lee, C. Pinto, I. Langohr","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9437","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9437","url":null,"abstract":"A unilaterally castrated male boxer was referred for chronic generalized alopecia and pruritus. Physical examination revealed symmetrical alopecia, pendulous prepuce, lichenification of the scrotum, and enlargement of mammary papillae. Penile/preputial cytology revealed superficial epithelial cells. Transabdominal ultrasonographic examination revealed a globoid mass with heterogenous echogenicity in the left caudal abdomen. The presumptive diagnosis was Sertoli cell tumor (SCT) associated with cryptorchidism. Exploratory laparotomy and histology of the removed mass confirmed the diagnosis. Three weeks after surgery, serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) concentrations decreased from 8,435 to 56 ng/ml and inhibin B decreased from 805 to < 6 pg/ml. Two months after surgery dermatoses subsided and there was substantial regression of enlarged nipples. This report highlights the diagnostic value of practical procedures (penile/preputial cytology, transabdominal ultrasonography, and measurement of serum AMH and inhibin B concentrations) to aid in the diagnosis of cryptorchidism and SCT, especially in patients with generalized skin conditions.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44763124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Joanna Kania, Katie Wilson, T. Raudsepp, C. Castaneda, Matthew J. Jevit, Maria P Horteloup, Nadia Saklou, Catherine Jula, Rebecka Funk
{"title":"Double cervices in a Gypsy Vanner mare","authors":"Joanna Kania, Katie Wilson, T. Raudsepp, C. Castaneda, Matthew J. Jevit, Maria P Horteloup, Nadia Saklou, Catherine Jula, Rebecka Funk","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9395","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9395","url":null,"abstract":"A 7-year, purebred Gypsy Vanner, maiden mare was presented with abnormal cervical tissue that was detected during prebreeding examination. External vulvar examination, transrectal and ultrasonographic examination of uterus, and internal vaginal vault and cervical examination (via speculum and endoscopy) were conducted. Karyotype analysis included sex chromosome study with dual-color fluorescence in situ hybridization and polymerase chain reaction for SRY gene. Mare had normal 64,XX karyotype with no evidence of mosaicism. Two distinct, patent, cervical ora separated by a frenulum, leading to a single uterine body, were observed. It was recommended to avoid breeding because of dystocia risk. To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first reported case of this nature in a mare.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47415999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pregnancy and spontaneous partial abortion associated with salmonella in a dog","authors":"A. Ahmed, Connor Ellis, A. Kelleman","doi":"10.58292/ct.v15.9379","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.58292/ct.v15.9379","url":null,"abstract":"A 2-year mixed breed dog was presented on day 50 after breeding for an emergency condition (greenish brown vulvar discharge and abortion). The patient was underweight (lower body condition score), had nonfetid vulvar discharge, and was negative for Ferguson reflux. Patient had 10 premature fetuses (determined via transabdominal ultrasonography and radiography). Serum progesterone concentration was 1.25 ng/ml. Overnight hospitalization therapies included intravenous fluids, terbutaline, fenbendazole, altrenogest, progesterone, and antibiotics. Based on vaginal discharge culture results (salmonella), antibiotics treatment was altered. Three days later, neutrophilia with left shift and a fetal death were observed. Because cesarean surgery with ovariohysterectomy was declined by the owner, altrenogest and terbutaline treatments were discontinued to permit whelping. Patient was in dystocia after delivering 2 stillborn and 2 live pups. One pup was delivered medically and 1 necrotic pup via cesarean surgery. Intrauterine culture (collected during surgery) was negative. On day 7 postpartum, the patient and 3 remaining pups were healthy. This case demonstrated the difficulties of managing fetal-placental infections.","PeriodicalId":93421,"journal":{"name":"Clinical theriogenology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43031958","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}