Publications by authors named "Kendra A Zelachowski"
Article Synopsis
- - This study aimed to analyze the relationship between heart problems and Trypanosoma cruzi serostatus in dogs by using a straightforward diagnostic process involving blood tests, ECGs, and echocardiograms in 46 dogs at high risk for infection.
- - The results showed that 19 dogs tested positive for T. cruzi antibodies, with some exhibiting heart issues like conduction abnormalities and echocardiographic changes, particularly myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD); older seropositive dogs were more likely to have these conditions.
- - The research concluded that while echocardiographic abnormalities alone didn’t help in determining seropositivity, simple tests like ECGs and cardiac troponin I assessments are effective
A survey of the use of ultrasound by small animal veterinary clinicians.
Vet Radiol Ultrasound
July 2024
This study aimed to determine the current use of ultrasound amongst small animal veterinarians. A total of 1216 small animal veterinary practitioners responded to an electronic survey that was administered through the Veterinary Information Network to all its members. Descriptive statistics were generated; limited inferential statistics were performed to examine specific relationships.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF