Case Crunch
What is the primary clinical sign seen in patients who are diagnosed with megaesophagus?
Regurgitation
What species is most prone to gastric ulcers?
Horses
What is the treatment of choice for a cat with Tritrichomonas Foetus?
Ronidazole
What pancreatic hormone is responsible for stimulating the release of bicarbonate to neutralize the stomach acid?
Secretin
oral administration of sodium bicarbonate
A 10-year-old horse is dropping feed, losing weight, and has sharp enamel points on its teeth. What is the best treatment?
Floating the teeth
What test is used to confirm autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
coombs test
what is the common cause of hypoproteinemia in animals?
Protein losing enteropathy or protein losing nephropathy
Which cranial nerve controls the motor function of the tongue?
Hypoglossal Nerve (CN XII)
What diagnostic technique is best for identifying giardia cysts?
Fecal Elisa or Zinc Sulfate floatation
A dog presents with halitosis, gingival recession, and tartar buildup. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Periodontal disease
Name the three main salivary glands in dogs
Parotid, mandibular, sublingual
Which bacteria is commonly associated with periodontal disease?
Porphyromonas spp.
What hormone is released in response to fats and proteins that stimulate bile secretion?
Cholecystokinin (CCK)
Which antibiotic is commonly used for treating bacterial stomatitis in dogs?
A 3 year old dog present to the clinic with anemia, upon examination of a blood smear, you detect Howell Jolly bodies. What is the significance of this finding other than regeneration?
Indication of splenic dysfunction or post splenectomy. Remember: these are commonly seen in cats
What is the name of the specialized structure in ruminants that prevents large food particles from entering the esophagus?
Reticular groove
What condition results from the failure of palatine bone fusion?
Cleft palate
What is the name of the specialized cells in the stomach that produce hydrochloric acid?
Parietal Cells
What is the preferred diagnostic imaging technique/ placement for Gastric dilation volvulus?
Right lateral abdominal radiograph
A horse presents with unilateral nasal discharge and a foul odor. Radiographs reveal a sinus infection secondary to a dental abscess. What is the treatment?
Tooth extraction and sinus lavage
Cajal cells
What is the name of the disorder caused by copper toxicity in sheep?
Hemolytic crisis AKA Hemolytic anemia
What part of the nephron is responsible for the majority of water reabsorption?
Proximal Convoluted Tubule
A cow presents with an inability to chew properly, excessive salivation, and jaw swelling. What is the likely diagnosis and best treatment?
Lumpy jaw (Actinomycosis); Treat with sodium iodide IV and antibiotics