Publications by authors named "A Menin"
In Brazil, Visceral Leishmaniases is caused by Leishmania infantum, and domestic dogs are the main reservoirs in its urban transmission cycle. As an alternative to euthanizing dogs, miltefosine has been used to treat canine visceral leishmaniasis since 2016. In this study, we have assessed the efficacy of miltefosine for treating canine visceral leishmaniasis in a new endemic area through follow-up of naturally infected dogs was evaluated.
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- Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer mortality, but advancements in treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) have improved patient outcomes through tailored approaches using immune checkpoint inhibitors and genetic testing.
- A study was conducted across multiple pulmonary pathology units in Northern Italy, analyzing biomarker testing data for 1,817 NSCLC patients over 24 months, finding that while most had at least one test, only 36% of advanced cases underwent all five recommended tests.
- The results emphasize the need for comprehensive biomarker testing, as many early-stage patients also exhibited relevant genomic alterations, which is important for future targeted therapies.
Background: The current bone marrow (BM) reference intervals (RI) are based on a limited number of cats. Age-related changes in BM variables might be important,possibly affecting the interpretation of the results.
Objectives: Establish BM cytologic reference intervals (RIs) and association of age and sex on these findings, in healthy juvenile and young adult cats.
Necropsies can reveal herd problems or comorbidities that can lead to management corrections, improvements in animal performance, and better decision making. Furthermore, the pattern and causes of mortality might differ when different systems are evaluated. The present study was conducted to establish the main causes of death in nursery pigs from different systems in Brazil, as well as the clinical, microbiological, and pathological aspects of these mortalities.
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- Surra is an infectious disease affecting various animal species, and effective management requires quick diagnosis and treatment of infected animals.
- This study assessed a new testing method called buffered antigen and rapid serum agglutination test (BA/Te) for detecting antibodies in horse serum, using 445 samples for evaluation.
- The results indicated that BA/Te achieved a sensitivity of 92% and specificity of 91%, suggesting it could serve as a practical and quick screening tool for horses infected with Surra.