Publications by authors named "K E Kleinhenz"
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- A recent outbreak of H5 avian influenza in cattle has spread across the U.S., affecting not only birds but also other mammals, including humans, with mostly mild symptoms reported in infected individuals.
- Research shows that mice with immunity to previous influenza strains were protected against severe H5N1 infections, and similarly, mice vaccinated with a live-attenuated influenza vaccine exhibited good protection against lethal H5N1 challenges.
- Ferrets with mixed immunity from vaccination or previous infections were also protected against a variant of the H5N1 virus, suggesting that factors beyond just antibody response, like T cell memory, might play a crucial role in providing protection against this virus.
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- * Affected cows showed signs like decreased milk production, respiratory issues, and altered digestion, with the virus detected in both their milk and tissues.
- * The study highlights the virus's ability to transmit between different species, as it was found to spread from cows to cows and was also detected in other animals, indicating it can cross species barriers.
A 1-year-old, female English Bulldog presented with a 10-day history of progressive paraparesis. Neuroanatomical localization was consistent with T3-L3 segment myelopathy. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a severely compressive, mildly contrast enhancing, extradural, dorsal, broad-based mass at the level of L3-4.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCannabinoid production for medicinal purposes has renewed interest in utilizing byproducts of industrial hemp (IH) as a feed source for livestock. However, the presence of bioactive residues in animal tissues may pose a risk to consumers. The purpose of this study was to characterize the plasma pharmacokinetics (PK) of cannabinoids and their metabolites in cattle after a single oral exposure to IH.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLong distance transportation can be a significant source of stress to cattle and is associated with increased risk of bovine respiratory disease (BRD). The administration of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) has been shown to reduce stress following long distance transport. The objective of this study was to compare performance, health, accelerometer activity, and well-being between calves receiving either tildipirosin (Zuprevo 18%; Merck Animal Health, Madison, NJ) alone or in combination with transdermal flunixin (BANAMINE Transdermal Pour-on Solution; Merck Animal Health, Madison, NJ) on arrival at the feedlot.
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