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Caracterización del microbioma bacteriano de garrapatas que afectan a Canis lupus familiaris en diferentes sectores del municipio de Santiago de Cali
(2025-06-13) Giraldo Herrera, Jennifer Maria; Chicangana Piamba, Karen Daniela
Ticks are hematophagous ectoparasites that transmit numerous pathogens affecting animals and humans. This
study characterized the bacterial microbiome of ticks that parasitize dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) in different areas
of Santiago de Cali, Colombia. One hundred and sixty ticks were collected from 16 domestic dogs in various urban
and peri-urban areas. The sequences were performed using the V3-V4 region of the 16S rRNA gene and
bioinformatics analysis. Ninety-five thousand raw reads were identified, and after the cleaning process, 57,000
clean reads remained, revealing a microbial composition dominated by Streptomyces (family Streptomycetaceae),
Lactobacillus (family Lactobacillaceae), and Sphingomonas (family Sphingomonadaceae). Variations in the
microbiome composition were observed among ticks collected in different areas, suggesting an influence of
environmental factors and host characteristics. The presence of the Candidatus genus Coxiella Mudrowiae was
detected, with relevance to public and veterinary health. This research represents the first study of the bacterial
microbiome of ticks on dogs in Santiago de Cali, providing valuable information for understanding the microbial
ecology of these vectors and their potential involvement in disease transmission in this region.
Comparativa de nuevas estrategias para la reducción de la presión intraocular en pacientes con glaucoma de ángulo abierto: una nueva perspectiva; revisión de alcance
(2025-05-30) Banguera riascos, Angel; Bermudez Rodriguez, Cristian; Arteaga Velasquez, Esteban Dario
Glaucoma is a very common pathology characterized by high eye pressure due to a failure in the
drainage of aqueous humor that causes damage to the optic nerve. It is one of the main visual
disabilities. Treatment consists of lowering intraocular pressure; however, it has certain limitations which
lead to the search for alternatives. Therefore, this review is presented with the aim of comparing the
available methods to reduce IOP in patients with open-angle glaucoma. Method: A scoping review was
conducted based on a literature search in different databases, answering the question about the
evidence for IOP reduction, its benefits and adverse effects. Results: 19 articles were found, surgical
treatment decreases IOP by an average of 35% and pharmacological treatment by 25%. The associated
benefits are a decrease in antiglaucomatous drugs, less invasive techniques, fewer post-surgery
effects, but with persistent adverse effects associated with the surgeon's experience and poor
adherence to treatment. Conclusions: New strategies aim at better IOP control to reduce blindness;
however, the selection of the technique should be personalized according to the stage of glaucoma and
the specific needs of the patient. Keywords: Glaucoma, Open angle, intraocular pressure, patients,
treatments.
Caminando sobre fuego: Laminitis un enemigo silencioso del bienestar equino. Revisión sistemática
(2025-06-16) Zambrano Henao, Laura Camila; Rojas Montenegro, Karen Tatiana
Equine laminitis remains one of the most complex clinical challenges in veterinary medicine due to
its multifactorial nature, significant impact on animal welfare, and high recurrence rates. The general
objective of this study was to analyze recent scientific evidence regarding clinical strategies for the
integral management of laminitis prevention. A qualitative methodology was employed through a
comprehensive documentary analysis of 48 scientific articles published between 2015 and 2025,
focusing on prevention, pathophysiology, and clinical management strategies for this disease.
The findings identified three key components in preventive care: environmental strategies (such as
stress control, stable quality, ventilation, and surface conditions), nutritional and metabolic
management (including carbohydrate intake adjustment, obesity control, endocrine monitoring, and
supervised exercise plans), and continuous veterinary follow-up along with caregiver education.
Digital cryotherapy, early diagnosis of disorders such as PPID, and the identification of early clinical
warning signs also demonstrated high preventive efficacy.
It is concluded that the effectiveness of integral management lies in the simultaneous and
consistent application of these clinical components, which must be tailored to the individual
conditions of each horse and guided by rigorous veterinary monitoring. This approach enables the
anticipation of predisposing factors and significantly reduces the risk of laminitis, promoting a more
effective and humane preventive veterinary practice.
Avances en el tratamiento quirúrgico para shunt portosistémico extrahepático congénito en caninos. Revisión Sistémica
(2025-06-11) Riascos Andrade, Eyssenn Hawer
This study reviews recent advances in the surgical treatment of congenital extrahepatic portosystemic
shunt in dogs, a vascular anomaly highly prevalent in small breeds. The objective was to identify the most effective,
minimally invasive surgical techniques with better postoperative outcomes. A systematic review of scientific
literature published between 2019 and 2025 was conducted using bibliometric tools such as VOSviewer. Significant
innovations were identified, including the use of ameroid constrictors, cellophane bands, transvenous embolization,
and laparoscopic surgery, as well as improved diagnostic imaging techniques. It is concluded that individualized
technique selection, based on clinical and anatomical characteristics, optimizes surgical management and
enhances the quality of life of affected dogs.
Deglución y escalas de severidad y funcionalidad para pacientes con disfagia
(Universidad Santiago de Cali, 2026-10-22) Cynthia Lineth Ramírez Cartagena
El presente documento aborda el proceso de deglución y las principales escalas de severidad y funcionalidad utilizadas en la evaluación de pacientes con disfagia. Se describen las fases de la deglución y herramientas de valoración como DOSS, Cámpora, ASHA NOMS, FOIS, FILS, EDACS y PAS, que permiten identificar el grado de afectación, valorar la funcionalidad durante la alimentación y orientar la toma de decisiones clínicas. Asimismo, se destaca la importancia de estas escalas en la planificación de intervenciones fonoaudiológicas, el seguimiento de la evolución de los pacientes y la definición de estrategias de manejo acordes con sus necesidades. Este documento constituye una guía de consulta para apoyar la práctica clínica y promover una atención integral, segura y fundamentada en la evidencia científica.