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Surgical site infection in clean and clean contaminated procedures in veterinar...
Correia Dias, Margarida; Moreira da Silva, Joana; Lavrador, Catarina; Alpizar-Jara, Russel; Pomba, Constança; Marques, Catia; Duarte, Elsa LeclercA surgical site infection (SSI) is a healthcare associated infection occurring at or near the site of surgery, up to 30 days after surgery, or up to one year if implants have been left in place. Perioperative parenteral antimicrobial medications is a well established approach to prevent SSIs; For animals undergoing most clean or clean contaminated surgical procedures (C/CCS), prophylactic use of antimicrobial d...
Excessive Energy in Dogs: The Impact of Caregiver-Related Variables and Fear/An...
Batista, Maria; Lavrador, Catarina; Graça-Pereira, GonçaloExcessive energy (EE) and hyperactivity are frequent behavioral problems in dogs, with significant implications for canine welfare and caregiver well-being, yet they remain less studied than reactivity/aggression or separation-related problems. This study examined the influence of caregiver-related variables on EE in dogs, as well as the role of fear/anxiety. Data were collected through an online questionnaire ...
Separation-related problems in dogs: Influence of caregiver characteristics and...
Batista, Maria; Lavrador, Catarina; Graça-Pereira, GonçaloSeparation-related problems (SRPs) are among the most prevalent behavioral disorders in companion dogs, with negative consequences for the welfare of both dogs and their caregivers. This cross-sectional study focused primarily on caregiver-related characteristics influencing SRPs, followed by the role of fear/anxiety behaviors in dogs. Initial correlation analyses were conducted, and variables significantly ass...
Surgical site infection in clean and clean contaminated procedures in veterinar...
Duarte, Elsa; Russell, Alpizar-Jara; Lavrador, CatarinaSurgical site infection (SSI) increases morbidity and antimicrobial use. It is essential to assess antimicrobial practices, especially in clean and clean-contaminated surgeries (C/CCS), where their necessity is often debated. This study assessed perioperative practices and antimicrobial use in eight Portuguese veterinary facilities, alongside SSI monitoring
Companion animal owners’ expectations and knowledge on antimicrobial use in Por...
Correia Dias, Margarida; Alpizar Jara, Russel; Lavrador, Catarina; Marques, Catia; Duarte, Elsa LeclercWhile multiple studies have focused on motivations surrounding antimicrobial prescription among companion animal veterinarians, Owners’ expectations and knowledge on antimicrobials and their role on antimicrobial judicious use remains understudied. This work aimed to characterize the knowledge about antimicrobial use and antimicrobial-resistance by pet owners from Portugal. A nationwide survey directed to pet o...
Excessive Energy in Dogs: The Impact of Caregiver-Related Variables and Fear/An...
Batista, Maria; Garça-Pereira, Gonçalo; Lavrador, CatarinaExcessive energy (EE) and hyperactivity are frequent behavioral problems in dogs, with significant implications for canine welfare and caregiver well-being, yet they remain less studied than reactivity/aggression or separation-related problems. This study examined the influence of caregiver-related variables on EE in dogs, as well as the role of fear/anxiety. Data were collected through an online questionnaire ...
When dogs react: The role of caregiver factors and fear/anxiety in reactive and...
Lavrador, Catarina; Graça-Pereira, Gonçalo; Batista, Maria TReactive/aggressive manifestations (R/AMs) are a problematic behavior that significantly affects the well-being of both dogs and their caregivers, reducing their quality of life and undermining the stability of the human–animal bond. This cross-sectional study (N = 730) focused primarily on caregiver-related characteristics associated with R/AMs in dogs, followed by an analysis of the contribution of fear/anxie...
Development and validation of a chronic pain perception scale for dogs: Structu...
Lavrador, Catarina; Batista, Maria T; Graça-Pereira, GonçaloBackground: Chronic pain affects 20–37% of dogs, with osteoarthritis as the primary cause. Chronic pain contributes to behavioural problems, negatively affecting both dogs and their caregivers. Early detection is crucial. However, no standardised tool assesses caregivers’ ability to recognise chronic pain. Methods: This cross-sectional study developed the chronic pain perception scale (CPPS), a self-reported qu...
Companion Animal Owners’ Knowledge, Attitudes and Perceptions Regarding Antibio...
Correia Dias, Margarida; Alpizar Jara, Russell; Lavrador, Catarina; Marques, Catia; Broens, Els; Leclerc Duarte, Elsa LeclercWhile multiple studies have focused on the motivations surrounding antibiotic prescription among veterinarians, little is known about companion animal owners’ knowledge, attitude and perception (KAP) regarding the topic. A nationwide survey directed toward Portuguese dog and cat owners was conducted online and at veterinary practices to characterize their KAP regarding antibiotics. After database curation, a to...
Vancomycin-Loaded, Nanohydroxyapatite-Based Scaffold for Osteomyelitis Treatmen...
Alegrete, Nuno; Sousa, Susana R.; Padrão, Tatiana; Carvalho, Ângela; Lucas, Raquel; Canadas, Raphael F.; Lavrador, Catarina; Alexandre, NunoThe treatment for osteomyelitis consists of surgical debridement, filling of the dead space, soft tissue coverage, and intravenous administration of antimicrobial (AM) agents for long periods. Biomaterials for local delivery of AM agents, while providing controllable antibiotic release rates and simultaneously acting as a bone scaffold, may be a valuable alternative; thus, avoiding systemic AM side effects. V-H...