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  1. Article: Determination of Bile Acids in Canine Biological Samples: Diagnostic Significance.

    Németh, Krisztián / Sterczer, Ágnes / Kiss, Dávid Sándor / Lányi, Réka Katalin / Hemző, Vivien / Vámos, Kriszta / Bartha, Tibor / Buzás, Anna / Lányi, Katalin

    Metabolites

    2024  Volume 14, Issue 4

    Abstract: The comprehensive examination of bile acids is of paramount importance across various fields of health sciences, influencing physiology, microbiology, internal medicine, and pharmacology. While enzymatic reaction-based photometric methods remain ... ...

    Abstract The comprehensive examination of bile acids is of paramount importance across various fields of health sciences, influencing physiology, microbiology, internal medicine, and pharmacology. While enzymatic reaction-based photometric methods remain fundamental for total BA measurements, there is a burgeoning demand for more sophisticated techniques such as liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) for comprehensive BA profiling. This evolution reflects a need for nuanced diagnostic assessments in clinical practice. In canines, a BA assessment involves considering factors, such as food composition, transit times, and breed-specific variations. Multiple matrices, including blood, feces, urine, liver tissue, and gallbladder bile, offer insights into BA profiles, yet interpretations remain complex, particularly in fecal analysis due to sampling challenges and breed-specific differences. Despite ongoing efforts, a consensus regarding optimal matrices and diagnostic thresholds remains elusive, highlighting the need for further research. Emphasizing the scarcity of systematic animal studies and underscoring the importance of ap-propriate sampling methodologies, our review advocates for targeted investigations into BA alterations in canine pathology, promising insights into pathomechanisms, early disease detection, and therapeutic avenues.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-22
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2662251-8
    ISSN 2218-1989
    ISSN 2218-1989
    DOI 10.3390/metabo14040178
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  2. Article: Investigation of the environmental presence of multidrug-resistant bacteria at small animal hospitals in Hungary.

    Kerek, Ádám / Sterczer, Ágnes / Somogyi, Zoltán / Kovács, Dóra / Jerzsele, Ákos

    Acta veterinaria Hungarica

    2021  Volume 68, Issue 4, Page(s) 387–392

    Abstract: Multidrug-resistant bacteria can cause severe nosocomial infections in both human and veterinary clinics. The aim of this study was to investigate the presence and antibiotic susceptibility of Enterococcus, Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas strains at four ... ...

    Abstract Multidrug-resistant bacteria can cause severe nosocomial infections in both human and veterinary clinics. The aim of this study was to investigate the presence and antibiotic susceptibility of Enterococcus, Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas strains at four small animal clinics of Hungary in 2018, as these bacteria can reliably represent the level of antimicrobial resistance in the investigated environment. A total of 177 Staphylococcus colonies were found, including 22 Staphylococcus pseudintermedius and 13 Staphylococcus aureus. As regards enterococci, 9 Enterococcus faecium, 2 E. faecalis and further 286 Enterococcus strains were isolated. The number of Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates (n = 34) was considered too low for relevant susceptibility testing. Among staphylococci, the highest resistance was found to sulphamethoxazole (82.9%), penicillin (65.7%) and erythromycin (54.3%), while in the case of enterococci, resistance to norfloxacin and rifampicin was the most common, with 25.5% of the strains being resistant to both antibiotics. Ten methicillin-resistant S. pseudintermedius (MRSP) and six vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) strains could be identified. Only 5.7% of the Staphylococcus isolates were susceptible to all tested agents, while this ratio was 36.2% among enterococci. The results of this study have revealed a high prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Hungarian small animal clinics, which highlights the importance of regular disinfection processes and stringent hygiene measures in veterinary clinics.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology ; Hospitals, Animal ; Hungary ; Microbial Sensitivity Tests/veterinary ; Staphylococcus ; Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci
    Chemical Substances Anti-Bacterial Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-05
    Publishing country Hungary
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 605742-1
    ISSN 1588-2705 ; 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    ISSN (online) 1588-2705
    ISSN 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    DOI 10.1556/004.2020.00055
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  3. Article ; Online: Altered Intestinal Production of Volatile Fatty Acids in Dogs Triggered by Lactulose and Psyllium Treatment.

    Mackei, Máté / Talabér, Rebeka / Müller, Linda / Sterczer, Ágnes / Fébel, Hedvig / Neogrády, Zsuzsanna / Mátis, Gábor

    Veterinary sciences

    2022  Volume 9, Issue 5

    Abstract: The intestinal microbiome of dogs can be influenced by a number of factors such as non-starch polysaccharides as well as some non-digestible oligo- and disaccharides. These molecules are only decomposed by intestinal anaerobic microbial fermentation, ... ...

    Abstract The intestinal microbiome of dogs can be influenced by a number of factors such as non-starch polysaccharides as well as some non-digestible oligo- and disaccharides. These molecules are only decomposed by intestinal anaerobic microbial fermentation, resulting in the formation of volatile fatty acids (VFAs), which play a central role in maintaining the balance of the intestinal flora and affecting the health status of the host organism. In the present study, the effects of lactulose and psyllium husk (Plantago ovata) were investigated regarding their influence on concentrations of various VFAs produced by the canine intestinal microbiome. Thirty dogs were kept on a standard diet for 15 days, during which time half of the animals received oral lactulose once a day, while the other group was given a psyllium-supplemented diet (in 0.67 and in 0.2 g/kg body weight concentrations, respectively). On days 0, 5, 10 and 15 of the experiment, feces were sampled from the rectum, and the concentration of each VFA was determined by GC-MS (gas chromatography−mass spectrometry). Lactulose administration caused a significant increase in the total VFA concentration of the feces on days 10 and 15 of the experiment (p = 0.035 and p < 0.001, respectively); however, in the case of psyllium supplementation, the concentration of VFAs showed a significant elevation only on day 15 (p = 0.003). Concentrations of acetate and propionate increased significantly on days 5, 10 and 15 after lactulose treatment (p = 0.044, p = 0.048 and p < 0.001, respectively). Following psyllium administration, intestinal acetate, propionate and n-butyrate production were stimulated on day 15, as indicated by the fecal VFA levels (p = 0.002, p = 0.035 and p = 0.02, respectively). It can be concluded that both lactulose and psyllium are suitable for enhancing the synthesis of VFAs in the intestines of dogs. Increased acetate and propionate concentrations were observed following the administration of both supplements; however, elevated n-butyrate production was found only after psyllium treatment, suggesting that the applied prebiotics may exert slightly different effects in the hindgut of dogs. These findings can be also of great importance regarding the treatment and management of patients suffering from intestinal disorders as well as hepatic encephalopathy due to portosystemic shunt.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-23
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2768971-2
    ISSN 2306-7381 ; 2306-7381
    ISSN (online) 2306-7381
    ISSN 2306-7381
    DOI 10.3390/vetsci9050206
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  4. Article ; Online: Serum hepcidin measurements in healthy dogs using liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry.

    Vizi, Zsuzsanna / Lányi, Katalin / Bagi, Melinda / Laczay, Péter / Balogh, Nándor / Sterczer, Ágnes

    Veterinary clinical pathology

    2020  Volume 49, Issue 2, Page(s) 292–298

    Abstract: Background: Hepcidin is a key regulator of iron homeostasis. The measurement of this hormone is essential for the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and might be useful as a prognostic factor in many diseases. Serum hepcidin levels have been ... ...

    Abstract Background: Hepcidin is a key regulator of iron homeostasis. The measurement of this hormone is essential for the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia and might be useful as a prognostic factor in many diseases. Serum hepcidin levels have been infrequently evaluated in dogs.
    Objectives: The aim of this study was to measure serum hepcidin in a population of healthy dogs using liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), considered the gold standard assay for measuring hepcidin like in human medicine.
    Methods: Blood samples from 86 healthy dogs of 25 different breeds were measured with the LC-MS/MS method. Synthetic canine hepcidin was used as the standard reagent. Reference values were calculated based on the results.
    Results: The mean hepcidin concentration of the study population was 16.6 ± 7.7 ng/mL. There reference interval (RI) was defined as 5.3-36.4 ng/mL. No significant difference was found between male and female dogs, or between different age and body weight groups. Hepcidin concentrations did not correlate with red blood cell counts, hemoglobin concentrations, iron levels, iron-binding capacities, and C-reactive protein concentrations in this healthy population. A weak negative correlation was found between hepcidin and the mean corpuscular volume.
    Conclusion: LC-MS/MS proved to be a reliable and time-effective method for the detection of canine hepcidin. The RI was similar but narrower compared with that of human studies.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Chromatography, Liquid/veterinary ; Dogs/blood ; Female ; Hepcidins/blood ; Male ; Reference Values ; Tandem Mass Spectrometry/veterinary
    Chemical Substances Hepcidins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-06-14
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2114702-4
    ISSN 1939-165X ; 0275-6382
    ISSN (online) 1939-165X
    ISSN 0275-6382
    DOI 10.1111/vcp.12872
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  5. Article ; Online: Occurrence of Spirocerca lupi Infection in Hungarian Dogs Referred for Gastroscopy.

    Psáder, Roland / Balogh, Márton / Pápa, Kinga / Sterczer, Ágnes / Lukács, Zoltán / Harnos, Andrea

    Parasitology research

    2017  Volume 116, Issue Suppl 1, Page(s) 99–108

    Language English
    Publishing date 2017
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 284966-5
    ISSN 1432-1955 ; 0932-0113 ; 0044-3255
    ISSN (online) 1432-1955
    ISSN 0932-0113 ; 0044-3255
    DOI 10.1007/s00436-017-5496-9
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  6. Article: Expression of claudins in the normal canine gastric mucosa.

    Psáder, Roland / Jakab, Csaba / Máthé, Akos / Balka, Gyula / Pápa, Kinga / Sterczer, Agnes

    Acta veterinaria Hungarica

    2014  Volume 62, Issue 1, Page(s) 13–21

    Abstract: The aim of the present study was to investigate the expression pattern of claudin-1, -2, -3, -4, -5, -7, -8, -10 and -18 in the intact fundic and pyloric gastric mucosa of dogs. Intense, linear, membranous claudin-18 positivity was detected in the ... ...

    Abstract The aim of the present study was to investigate the expression pattern of claudin-1, -2, -3, -4, -5, -7, -8, -10 and -18 in the intact fundic and pyloric gastric mucosa of dogs. Intense, linear, membranous claudin-18 positivity was detected in the surface gastric cells and in the epithelial cells of the gastric glands both in the fundic and pyloric stomach regions. The mucous neck cells in the apical part of the glands, furthermore the parietal cells and chief cells of the basal part of the gland were all positive for claudin-18, in the same way as the enteroendocrine cells. Cells of the basal part of the pyloric glands showed intense, linear, membranous claudin-2 positivity, but cells of the superficial portion of these glands and the surface gastric cells in this region were claudin-2 negative. Fibroblasts, endothelial cells, lymphocytes of the propria layer, smooth muscle cells and vegetative neurons were all negative for claudin-2. All gastric epithelial cells were negative for claudin-1, -3, -4, -5, -6, -7, -8 and -10. The endothelial cells of the propria layer had intense claudin-5 positivity. We assume that claudin-18 forms a paracellular barrier against gastric acid in the healthy canine stomach, in the same way as in mice.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2014-03
    Publishing country Hungary
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605742-1
    ISSN 1588-2705 ; 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    ISSN (online) 1588-2705
    ISSN 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    DOI 10.1556/AVet.2013.053
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  7. Article: A case of synchronous hepatocellular carcinoma and aortic body chemodectoma in a dog - pathological case report.

    Sterczer, Agnes / Németh, Tibor / Mándoki, Míra / Gálfi, Péter / Jakab, Csaba

    Acta veterinaria Hungarica

    2011  Volume 59, Issue 1, Page(s) 113–121

    Abstract: The authors describe a case of synchronously occurring (double) tumours, i.e. primary hepatocellular carcinoma and aortic body chemodectoma in a 14-year-old mixed-breed male dog. The tumours were identified during necropsy, following euthanasia. In the ... ...

    Abstract The authors describe a case of synchronously occurring (double) tumours, i.e. primary hepatocellular carcinoma and aortic body chemodectoma in a 14-year-old mixed-breed male dog. The tumours were identified during necropsy, following euthanasia. In the last months of its life, the dog showed signs of weakness, anorexia, apathy, inactivity, and abdominal palpation elicited a painful reaction. The primary liver cancer emerged in the left lateral lobe without evidence of any distant metastases. Histopathological and immunohistochemical investigations revealed a well-differentiated, trabecular, claudin-7-, claudin-5- and pancytokeratin-negative hepatocellular carcinoma. The Ki-67 proliferation index was 33%. During necropsy, a synchronously occurring benign, grade I type aortic body chemodectoma was also detected in the dog. This neuroendocrine tumour showed chromogranin-, synaptophysin-, neuron-specific enolase- and S100 protein-positivity, and the Ki-67 proliferation index was 2%. The authors believe that this is the first description of synchronously occurring hepatocellular carcinoma and aortic body chemodectoma in a dog.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Aortic Bodies/pathology ; Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/pathology ; Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/veterinary ; Dog Diseases/pathology ; Dogs ; Liver Neoplasms/pathology ; Liver Neoplasms/veterinary ; Male ; Paraganglioma, Extra-Adrenal/pathology ; Paraganglioma, Extra-Adrenal/veterinary
    Language English
    Publishing date 2011-03
    Publishing country Hungary
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605742-1
    ISSN 1588-2705 ; 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    ISSN (online) 1588-2705
    ISSN 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    DOI 10.1556/AVet.59.2011.1.10
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  8. Article: Preparation of purified perikaryal and synaptosomal mitochondrial fractions from relatively small hypothalamic brain samples.

    Kiss, David S / Toth, Istvan / Jocsak, Gergely / Sterczer, Agnes / Bartha, Tibor / Frenyo, Laszlo V / Zsarnovszky, Attila

    MethodsX

    2016  Volume 3, Page(s) 417–429

    Abstract: In order to measure the activity of neuronal mitochondria, a representative proof of neuronal processes, physiologically relevant mitochondrial samples need to be gained as simply as possible. Existing methods are, however, either for tissue samples of ... ...

    Abstract In order to measure the activity of neuronal mitochondria, a representative proof of neuronal processes, physiologically relevant mitochondrial samples need to be gained as simply as possible. Existing methods are, however, either for tissue samples of large size and/or homogenous microstructures only, or are not tested for mitochondrial function measurements. In the present article we describe a gradient fractionation method to isolate viable and well-coupled mitochondria from relatively heterogeneous histological microstructures such as the hypothalamus. With this new method, we are able to isolate a sufficient amount of functional mitochondria for determination of respiratory activity, in a short period of time, using affordable equipment. •Verified by electron microscopy, our method separates highly enriched and well-preserved perikaryal and synaptosomal mitochondria. Both fractions contain minimal cell debris and no myelin. Respiratory measurements (carried out by Clark-type electrode) confirmed undisturbed mitochondrial function providing well-evaluable records. The demonstrated protocol yields highly viable mitochondrial subfractions within 3 h from small brain areas for high-precision examinations. Using this procedure, brain regions with relatively heterogeneous histological microstructure (hypothalamus) can also be efficiently sampled.•Up to our present knowledge, our method is the shortest available procedure with the lowest sample size to gain debris-free, fully-viable mitochondria.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2016-05-19
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2215-0161
    ISSN 2215-0161
    DOI 10.1016/j.mex.2016.05.004
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  9. Article: Effect of enteral feeding on gallbladder function in dogs.

    Psáder, Roland / Sterczer, Agnes / Pápa, Kinga / Harnos, Andrea / Szilvási, Viktória / Pap, Akos

    Acta veterinaria Hungarica

    2012  Volume 60, Issue 2, Page(s) 211–222

    Abstract: Nutritional support in critically ill patients is a fundamental principle of patient care. Little is known about gallbladder motility during the interdigestive phase and in response to enteral feeding. The objective of this study was to investigate the ... ...

    Abstract Nutritional support in critically ill patients is a fundamental principle of patient care. Little is known about gallbladder motility during the interdigestive phase and in response to enteral feeding. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of enteral feeding on gallbladder function in dogs. The cholagogue meal (Lipofundin infusion) was applied in four anatomical positions (jejunum, duodenojejunal junction, descending duodenum, stomach) in five healthy Beagle dogs. Gallbladder volume (GBV) was monitored by ultrasonography. Lipofundin infusion given through the feeding tube caused a maximal gallbladder contraction of 9.2% (range 3.7-13.9%) in the jejunum, 16.5% (9.1-22.1%) at the duodenojejunal junction and 26.3% (22.8-29.5%) in the descending duodenum. When the cholagogue meal was given through the mouth, it caused a mean 33.8% (28.6-46.5%) maximum gallbladder contraction in the same animals. In conclusion, we can establish that the ultrasound-guided gallbladder emptying method proved to be a useful technique for monitoring the cholagogue effect of Lipofundin meal applied in different anatomical positions of the intestine. The deeper the position of application, the smaller and shorter gallbladder contraction was evoked.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Dogs ; Duodenum ; Enteral Nutrition ; Gallbladder ; Muscle Contraction
    Language English
    Publishing date 2012-06
    Publishing country Hungary
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605742-1
    ISSN 1588-2705 ; 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    ISSN (online) 1588-2705
    ISSN 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    DOI 10.1556/AVet.2012.018
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  10. Article: Cholagogue-induced gallbladder emptying in the diagnosis of canine biliary obstruction.

    Sterczer, Agnes / Reiczigel, Jenő / Psáder, Roland / Pápa, Kinga / Vörös, Károly / Pap, Akos

    Acta veterinaria Hungarica

    2012  Volume 60, Issue 2, Page(s) 199–209

    Abstract: The efficacy of ultrasound-guided cholagogue-induced gallbladder emptying for differentiating obstructive from non-obstructive hepatobiliary diseases was studied in icteric dogs. In 7 healthy Beagle dogs, Lipofundin 20% infusion (2 ml/kg orally) evoked a ...

    Abstract The efficacy of ultrasound-guided cholagogue-induced gallbladder emptying for differentiating obstructive from non-obstructive hepatobiliary diseases was studied in icteric dogs. In 7 healthy Beagle dogs, Lipofundin 20% infusion (2 ml/kg orally) evoked a vigorous gallbladder contraction of 44.2% (range: 35.3-57.6%) and proved to be a useful, well-tolerable meal for routine use. In 24 icteric dogs, gallbladder contraction was evoked by different cholagogues: the maximum reduction in gallbladder volume (%) for the three non-obstructive icteric dogs was 43.9% (range, 39.0-46.5%). The average gallbladder contraction of the 21 dogs with biliary obstruction was less than 5%. In conclusion, the stimulation of gallbladder contraction with orally applied magnesium sulphate (MgSO4) or Lipofundin can be well demonstrated by ultrasound in dogs. The examination of cholagogue-induced gallbladder emptying is a valuable technique in icteric patients to indicate surgical intervention.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cholagogues and Choleretics ; Cholestasis ; Dogs ; Gallbladder ; Gallbladder Emptying
    Chemical Substances Cholagogues and Choleretics
    Language English
    Publishing date 2012-06
    Publishing country Hungary
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605742-1
    ISSN 1588-2705 ; 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    ISSN (online) 1588-2705
    ISSN 0236-6290 ; 0365-8198
    DOI 10.1556/AVet.2012.017
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