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1. Transposition of the common carotid artery in standing cattle

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Arriola Apelo, Sebastian I.; Nelson, Kathryn M.;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2020 v.49 no.4 pp. 668-675
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
Holstein; adults; anesthesia; bandages; blood; blood sampling; carotid arteries; cows; halters; intravenous injection; jugular vein; lactation; muscles; sedation; surgery
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To describe a method for permanent transposition of the common carotid artery (CCA) in standing cattle. STUDY DESIGN: Experimental study. ANIMALS: Eight healthy, adult, lactating Holstein‐Friesian cows. METHODS: Cows were restrained with the head and neck extended by using halters, head catch, and squeeze chute. Surgery was performed under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation. The ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.13378

2. Evaluation of a Chinese herbal supplement on equine squamous gastric disease and gastric fluid pH in mares

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Dias Moreira, Ana Sofia; Marqués, Fernando J.;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Journal of veterinary internal medicine 2019 v.33 no.5 pp. 2280-2285
ISSN:
0891-6640
Subject:
animal disease models; anti-inflammatory activity; body weight; cross-over studies; feed deprivation; gastric juice; herbal medicines; herbs; mares; mixed breeds; pH; placebos; stomach ulcers; syrups
Abstract:
... BACKGROUND: Wei Le San (WLS) is a Chinese herbal formula comprised of 9 herbs selected for their putative anti‐inflammatory effects. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effects of WLS administration in horses with nonglandular gastric ulcers. ANIMALS: Ten mixed breed mares (aged 7‐21 years, 401‐567 kg body weight). METHODS: Experimental design was a blinded, prospective, 2‐period crossover study. All hors ...
DOI:
10.1111/jvim.15603
PubMed:
31441559
PubMed Central:
PMC6766511

3. Evaluation of phenylephrine and exercise with or without trocarization for treatment of suspected nephrosplenic entrapment in horses

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Gillen, Alex M.; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 2019 v.254 no.12 pp. 1448-1453
ISSN:
0003-1488
Subject:
colon; descriptive statistics; exercise; horses; hospitals; laparotomy; medical records; medical treatment; observational studies; patients; phenylephrine; ultrasonography
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE To report the outcomes of horses with suspected nephrosplenic entrapment (NSE) of the large colon treated by IV phenylephrine administration and exercise with and without trocarization (ie, medical management). DESIGN Retrospective, observational study. ANIMALS 134 horses. PROCEDURES Electronic medical records were searched to identify horses that underwent medical management for suspect ...
DOI:
10.2460/javma.254.12.1448

4. In vitro evaluation of the knot-holding capacity and security, weight, and volume of forwarder knots tied with size-3 polyglactin 910 suture exposed to air, balanced electrolyte solution, or equine abdominal fat

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; McGlinchey, Leah; Coleridge, Matthew O. D.; Rosanowski, Sarah M.; Farag, Ramsis; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 6 Authors
Source:
American journal of veterinary research 2019 v.80 no.7 pp. 709-716
ISSN:
0002-9645
Subject:
abdominal fat; air; biomechanics; electrolytes; horses; in vitro studies; physical properties; surgeons; surgery; sutures; tensile strength; veterinary medicine
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effect of exposure to a balanced electrolyte solution (BES), or equine abdominal fat on the knot-holding capacity (KHC), relative knot security (RKS), weight, and volume of forwarder knots versus surgeon's knots. SAMPLE 315 knots tied and tested in vitro. PROCEDURES United States Pharmacopeia size-3 polyglactin 910 suture exposed to air (dry [control]), equine abdominal f ...
DOI:
10.2460/ajvr.80.7.709

5. Bursting strength of surgeon's and self‐locking knots for closure of ventral midline celiotomy in horses

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; McGlinchey, Leah; Hanson, R. Reid; Boone, Lindsey H.; Rosanowski, Sarah M.; Coleridge, Matthew; Souza, Camila;     Show all 7 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2018 v.47 no.8 pp. 1080-1086
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
abdomen; bladder; fascia; horses; knots; surgery
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To compare the bursting strength and failure mode of ventral midline celiotomy closed with a simple continuous suture pattern with 1 of 2 knot combinations, a novel self‐locking knot combination of a forwarder start with an Aberdeen end knot (F‐A) and a traditional combination of a surgeon's start with a surgeon's end knot (S‐S). STUDY DESIGN: Ex vivo experimental. SAMPLE POPULATION: Eq ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12957

6. In Vitro Evaluation of the Size, Knot Holding Capacity, and Knot Security of the Forwarder Knot Compared to Square and Surgeon's Knots Using Large Gauge Suture

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Gillen, Alex M.; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2016 v.45 no.8 pp. 1034-1040
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
analysis of variance; ex vivo studies; knots; surgery
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To investigate the strength, size, and holding capacity of the self‐locking forwarder knot compared to surgeon's and square knots using large gauge suture. STUDY DESIGN: In vitro mechanical study. STUDY POPULATION: Knotted suture. METHODS: Forwarder, surgeon's, and square knots were tested on a universal testing machine under linear tension using 2 and 3 USP polyglactin 910 and 2 USP po ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12556

7. Meta‐Analysis of the Effects of Adhesion Barriers on Adhesion Formation in the Horse

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Kottwitz, Jack J.; Reid Hanson, R.;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2016 v.45 no.5 pp. 587-595
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
Internet; adhesion; carboxymethylcellulose; confidence interval; euthanasia; fucoidan; horses; hyaluronic acid; laparoscopy; meta-analysis; models; odds ratio; statistical analysis
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy of adhesion barriers in horses using quantitative statistical analysis. STUDY DESIGN: Meta‐analytical review. METHODS: A search using PubMed/MEDLINE and Google Scholar was performed, followed by secondary searches of veterinary trade journals, bibliographies of relevant articles, manufacturer websites, and technical reference guides. Randomized experimental tri ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12494

8. Effect of fluid media on the mechanical properties of continuous pattern‐ending surgeon's, square, and Aberdeen knots in vitro

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Coleridge, Matthew; Gillen, Alexandra M.; Farag, Ramsis; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 5 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2017 v.46 no.2 pp. 306-315
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
blood serum; carboxymethylcellulose; electrolytes; horses; knots; materials testing; mechanical properties; suture techniques
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To investigate the knot holding capacity (KHC) of pattern‐ending square, surgeon's and Aberdeen knots each tied in 4 throw combinations using large gauge suture after exposure to media commonly found in equine abdominal surgery. STUDY DESIGN: In vitro mechanical study. Sample population: Knotted suture strands (n = 10/group). METHODS: Strands of 2 polydioxanone or 3 polyglactin 910 were ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12627

9. In vitro evaluation of square and surgeon's knots in large gauge suture

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Gillen, Alex M.; Farag, Ramsis; Coleridge, Matthew O. D.; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 5 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2017 v.46 no.2 pp. 297-305
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
in vitro studies; knots; surgery
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To investigate the strength and size of surgeon's and square knots for starting and ending continuous suture lines using large gauge suture. STUDY DESIGN: In vitro mechanical study. STUDY POPULATION: Knotted suture. METHODS: Surgeon's and square knots were tested using 2 and 3 USP polyglactin 910 and 2 USP polydioxanone under linear tension on a universal testing machine. Failure mode a ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12619

10. Pyloric trichobezoar in a canadian lynx (lynx canadensis)

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Kottwitz, Jack;     Show all 2 Author
Source:
Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine 2013 v.44 no.4 pp. 1111-1114
ISSN:
1042-7260
Subject:
Lynx canadensis; Siphonaptera; adults; anorexia; barium; diagnostic techniques; duodenum; females; flea control; gait; ingestion; surgery
Abstract:
... An adult female Canadian lynx (Lynx canadensis) was presented with a 3-wk history of anorexia and lethargy. Initial examination and diagnostics did not provide a diagnosis. The lynx continued to demonstrate vague clinical signs, including anorexia and an abnormal gait. During follow-up immobilizations 2 wk later, a barium gastrointestinal study revealed a pyloric obstruction. Abdominal exploratory ...
DOI:
10.1638/2013-0039R1.1

11. Proximal Duodenal Obstruction Caused by a Trichophytobezoar in a Horse

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Gillen, Alexandra M.; Cattley, Russell C.;     Show all 3 Authors
Source:
Journal of equine veterinary science 2015 v.35 no.9 pp. 768-772
ISSN:
0737-0806
Subject:
case studies; colic; duodenum; gastroscopy; horses; necropsy; stomach; ultrasonography
Abstract:
... This report describes a case of proximal duodenal obstruction associated with two trichophytobezoars in a horse presenting for mild colic with copious reflux production. The case proved to be a diagnostic challenge, with rectal examination, ultrasonography, gastroscopy, and abdominocentesis failing to ascertain the reason for colic. In the absence of significant findings and the continued producti ...
DOI:
10.1016/j.jevs.2015.07.002

12. In Vitro Evaluation of the Aberdeen Knot for Continuous Suture Patterns with Large Gauge Suture

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Gillen, Alex M.; Farag, Ramsis; Coleridge, Matthew O. D.; Reid Hanson, R.;     Show all 5 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2016 v.45 no.7 pp. 955-961
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
analysis of variance; knots; suture techniques
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the strength, size, and holding capacity of the Aberdeen knot compared to surgeon's and square knots using large gauge suture. STUDY DESIGN: In vitro mechanical study. STUDY POPULATION: Knotted suture. METHODS: Aberdeen, surgeon's, and square knots were tested using 2 and 3 USP polyglactin 910 and 2 USP polydioxanone under linear tension on a universal testing machine. Mode ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12538

13. Ex‐Vivo Evaluation of a Modified Teno Fix® Device Repair Pattern Versus a 3‐Loop Pulley for Repair of Equine Flexor Tendons

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; McMaster, Mattie A.; Weimar, Wendi H.; Barrett, Elizabeth J.; Hanson, R.Reid;     Show all 5 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2015 v.44 no.7 pp. 803-808
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
biomechanics; horses; lacerations; materials testing; surgery; tendons
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To compare the load to ultimate failure, load to a 2 mm gap, mode of failure, and gap at failure (mm) of the Teno Fix® (TF) to the 3‐loop pulley (3LP) for repair of equine tendon lacerations. The use of 4TF devices versus 5TF devices on load to ultimate failure and load to a 2 mm gap was also compared. STUDY DESIGN: Ex vivo biomechanical study; unbalanced incomplete block (horse) design ...
DOI:
10.1111/vsu.12350

14. Evaluation of gastric pressures as an indirect method for measurement of intraabdominal pressures in the horse

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Hanson, Russell Reid;     Show all 2 Author
Source:
Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care 2011 v.21 no.1 pp. 29-35
ISSN:
1479-3261
Subject:
correlation; geldings; mares; research facilities; stomach; variance
Abstract:
... Objective - To develop an indirect method for measurement of intraabdominal pressures in the standing horse using measurement of gastric pressures as a less invasive technique, and to compare this method with direct intraabdominal pressures obtained from the peritoneal cavity. Design - Prospective, experimental study. Setting - University-based equine research facility. Animals - Ten healthy adult ...
DOI:
10.1111/j.1476-4431.2010.00608.x
PubMed:
21288291

15. Biomechanical Testing of a Novel Tendon Implant Device for the Repair of Equine Flexor Tendon Lacerations

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Barrett, Elizabeth J.; Hanson, R. Reid; Jackson, Robert L.;     Show all 4 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2014 v.43 no.6 pp. 685-690
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
biomechanics; horses; lacerations; materials testing; stainless steel
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To compare in vitro strength and failure characteristics of a tendon implant against a 3 loop pulley suture pattern for equine superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) laceration repair. STUDY DESIGN: Experimental. STUDY POPULATION: Cadaveric equine forelimb SDFT (n = 16). METHODS: One tendon of each of 8 pair of SDFT was randomly selected for repair with either the 3‐loop pulley (3LP) ...
DOI:
10.1111/j.1532-950X.2014.12181.x
PubMed:
24702673

16. Surgical Technique and Short‐Term Outcome for Experimental Laparoscopic Closure of the Epiploic Foramen in 6 Horses

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Hanson, Russell Reid; Cattley, Russell C.; Barrett, Elizabeth J.; Albanese, Valeria;     Show all 5 Authors
Source:
Veterinary surgery 2014 v.43 no.2 pp. 105-113
ISSN:
0161-3499
Subject:
adults; aspartate transaminase; experimental design; horses; laparoscopy; liver; necropsy; pancreas; postoperative complications; sorbitol; titanium
Abstract:
... OBJECTIVE: To describe a laparoscopic technique for, and short‐term outcome after, closure of the epiploic foramen (EF) in horses. STUDY DESIGN: Descriptive, experimental study. ANIMALS: Healthy, adult horses (n = 6). METHODS: Laparoscopic portals to approach the EF were identified in standing horses. Under laparoscopic observation, the gastropancreatic fold and right lobe of the pancreas were gra ...
DOI:
10.1111/j.1532-950X.2013.12116.x
PubMed:
24491232

17. Comparison of direct and indirect methods of intra-abdominal pressure measurement in normal horses

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 2 Author
Source:
Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care 2009 v.19 no.6 pp. 545-553
ISSN:
1479-3261
Subject:
abdomen; bladder; catheters; females; head; horses; males; research facilities; shoulders; tubers
Abstract:
... To develop a direct method for measuring intra-abdominal pressures in the standing horse, identify a reference interval for direct intra-abdominal pressures, compare these pressures to indirect intra-abdominal pressures measured from the bladder, and determine the optimal bladder infusion volume for indirect pressure measurement. Prospective, experimental study. A university-based equine research ...
DOI:
10.1111/j.1476-4431.2009.00482.x
PubMed:
20017760

18. Direct Measurement of Intra-abdominal Pressures in a Horse by Using a Solid Microsensor

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; Barrett, Elizabeth J.; Albanese, Valeria; Hanson, R. Reid;     Show all 4 Authors
Source:
Journal of equine veterinary science 2013 v.33 no.11 pp. 1000-1003
ISSN:
0737-0806
Subject:
abdomen; adults; cannulas; correlation; horses; monitoring; stomach
Abstract:
... Current techniques to measure intra-abdominal pressures in horses use metal cannulas. Concerns that the metal cannula could puncture abdominal viscera if left in place prevent continual pressure measurements. The aim of this study was to validate the use of a solid microsensor and digital monitoring system in the measurement of direct intra-abdominal pressure in horses by comparing its values with ...
DOI:
10.1016/j.jevs.2013.02.003

19. Formalizing the definition of meta‐analysis in Molecular Ecology

Author:
Munsterman, Amelia S.,   et al.   ; ArchMiller, Althea A.; Bauer, Eric F.; Koch, Rebecca E.; Wijayawardena, Bhagya K.; Anil, Ammu; Kottwitz, Jack J.; Wilson, Alan E.;     Show all 8 Authors
Source:
Molecular ecology 2015 v.24 no.16 pp. 4042-4051
ISSN:
0962-1083
Subject:
ecology; meta-analysis; statistics
Abstract:
... Meta‐analysis, the statistical synthesis of pertinent literature to develop evidence‐based conclusions, is relatively new to the field of molecular ecology, with the first meta‐analysis published in the journal Molecular Ecology in 2003 (Slate & Phua 2003). The goal of this article is to formalize the definition of meta‐analysis for the authors, editors, reviewers and readers of Molecular Ecology ...
DOI:
10.1111/mec.13264