The Abstract Podcast: Veterinary dermatology

Veterinary dermatology: November 1st 2026 (abstracts published between 25th October and 31st October 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:48) da Mota de Magalhães and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Efficacy of Oral Lotilaner in Controlling Clinical Signs in Cats Naturally Infested With Lynxacarus radovskyi.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70141

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• (00:01:54) Botelho and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Medial Tympanic Membrane Displacement in Five Dogs Resembling Tympanic Membrane Retraction in Humans.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70142

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• (00:02:57) Tang and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Seventeen Cases of Fungal Otitis Externa in Dogs and Cats.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70140

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• (00:03:58) Kiewsiri and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Efficacy of Heat-Killed Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 Supplementation in Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70139

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• (00:05:06) Dunay and colleagues, European journal of microbiology & immunology, "Zoonotic diseases posing occupational risk to veterinary personnel during clinical management of dogs and cats: A narrative review.", https://doi.org/10.1556/1886.2026.00053

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: October 25th 2026 (abstracts published between 18th October and 24th October 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:51) Pasikowska and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Efficacy and Safety of Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Versus Lokivetmab in Mild-To-Moderate Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Single-Blind Randomised Study.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70136

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• (00:01:56) Morales-Romero and colleagues, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, "Systematic review supports the idea that no alternative test presently replaces elimination diet test and oral food challenge to diagnose canine adverse food reactions.", 1-10, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.26.06.0456

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• (00:03:02) Civek and colleagues, Acta tropica, "Clinical and dermatological findings associated with Leishmania spp. test-positivity in shelter dogs of Kastamonu, Black Sea region of Türkiye: an exploratory cross-sectional study.", Vol 283, pp. 108376, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actatropica.2026.108376

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• (00:03:55) Kim and colleagues, The Journal of veterinary medical science, "Antimicrobial resistance and chlorhexidine susceptibility in canine staphylococcal isolates from dogs with pyoderma and clinically healthy dogs.", https://doi.org/10.1292/jvms.26-0373

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: October 18th 2026 (abstracts published between 11th October and 17th October 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:51) Ueyama and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Clinical Characteristics of Hair Cycle Arrest in Toy Poodles: A Retrospective Comparison With Pomeranians.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70134

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• (00:02:02) Knobbe and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Urogenital problems in male military working dogs: Incidence, age at onset, and associated factors in a retrospective electronic veterinary health record cohort, 2018-2025.", Vol 268, pp. 118232, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118232

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: October 11th 2026 (abstracts published between 4th October and 10th October 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:52) Schäfer and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Effects of a Dietary Supplementation of Bovine Colostrum in Dogs With Atopic Dermatitis.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70132

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• (00:02:04) Wixon and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "The Role of Comorbidities in Pyoderma Among Canine and Feline Diabetic Patients.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70131

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• (00:03:08) Nunes and colleagues, Veterinary research communications, "Mammary secretory carcinoma in a female domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus): histopathological and immunohistochemical features.", 50, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11259-026-11513-9

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: October 4th 2026 (abstracts published between 27th September and 3rd October 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:55) Mueller and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Updated Guidelines From the International Committee on Allergic Diseases of Animals (ICADA).", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70128

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• (00:02:15) Felten and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Faecal Microbiota Transplantation Reduces Lesion Severity and Medication Use in Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blinded Clinical Trial.", Vol 37, pp. 735-744, https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70092

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• (00:03:28) Banovic and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Adjunctive 0.015% Triamcinolone Acetonide Topical Spray With Lokivetmab Versus Lokivetmab Monotherapy as 'Reactive Therapy' for Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomised, Single-Blinded, Controlled Preliminary Trial.", Vol 37, pp. 601-608, https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70102

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• (00:04:39) Saarinen and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Treatment Choices for Acute Canine Otitis Externa in Sweden, Finland and Norway: A Comparative Study With a Focus on Antibiotic Use.", Vol 37, pp. 806-817, https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70094

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• (00:05:45) Wirkkala and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Retrospective Review of Rush Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy Safety in Cats With Atopic Skin Syndrome.", Vol 37, pp. 729-734, https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70108

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• (00:06:57) Tunhikorn and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Oclacitinib for Controlling Pruritus and Associated Skin Lesions in 16 Horses With Allergic Dermatitis.", Vol 37, pp. 672-680, https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70091

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• (00:08:13) Gruber and colleagues, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, "Neoadjuvant intralesional triamcinolone is not associated with increased incidence of surgical site complications in dogs with cutaneous and subcutaneous mast cell tumors.", Vol 264, pp. 1-7, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.26.04.0311

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• (00:09:28) Conti and colleagues, Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997), "Anti-tumour activity of canine activated T-cells and cytokine-induced killer cells against canine malignant melanoma in vitro.", Vol 319, pp. 106787, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106787

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• (00:10:37) Abdala and colleagues, Research in veterinary science, "Global prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in Staphylococcus spp. isolated from canine otitis externa: a systematic review and meta-analysis (1995-2024).", Vol 212, pp. 106423, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rvsc.2026.106423

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• (00:11:47) Wetzels and colleagues, Journal of feline medicine and surgery, "EXPRESS: Modified transcanal perendoscopic myringotomy and septotomy technique for cats with otitis media - a retrospective study of 38 cats.", 1098612X261495714, https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X261495714

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• (00:12:57) Campos and colleagues, Veterinary microbiology, "Antimicrobial resistance in Staphylococcus spp. isolated from sporotrichosis-affected cats in Brazil: Detection of MRSP and MRSA.", Vol 321, pp. 111195, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetmic.2026.111195

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: September 27th 2026 (abstracts published between 20th September and 26th September 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:55) Popp and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Evaluation of Two Induction Protocols for Oclacitinib in Dogs.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70127

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• (00:02:39) Martini and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Successful Treatment of Onchocerca lupi Auricular Infestation Causing Severe Otitis Externa in a Dog.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70125

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• (00:03:49) Gallow and colleagues, The Journal of small animal practice, "The addition of clotrimazole reduces but does not abrogate fungal dysbiosis during effective antibacterial therapy for canine otitis externa.", https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70199

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• (00:05:19) Sanzo and colleagues, Mycopathologia, "Molecular and Epidemiological Surveillance of Sporothrix spp. in Cats and Dogs from Southern Brazil.", 191, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11046-026-01107-z

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: September 20th 2026 (abstracts published between 13th September and 19th September 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:02:15) Jirjis and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Efficacy and Field Safety of the Second-Generation, Highly Selective JAK1 Inhibitor Atinvicitinib for the Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis: A Multicentre, Blinded, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial in Client-Owned Dogs.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70106

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• (00:03:37) Jeong and colleagues, Veterinary surgery : VS, "Complete surgical excision of a type V-variant dermoid sinus (V/VI overlap) associated with spina bifida in a Shiba Inu dog: A case report.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vsu.70153

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• (00:04:55) Deboutte and colleagues, The Journal of small animal practice, "Age-dependent expression and heritability of owner-reported dermatological symptoms in Labrador retrievers: Implications for breeding strategies.", https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70198

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• (00:06:17) Tóth and colleagues, Acta veterinaria Hungarica, "Dried blood spot-based omega-3 fatty acid status assessment in dogs: The Omega-3 Index concept and its dermatological perspective - Short communication.", Vol 74, pp. 242-246, https://doi.org/10.1556/004.2026.01307

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• (00:07:43) Sanwal and colleagues, Acta veterinaria Hungarica, "Antimicrobial resistance and epidemiological determinants of single and polymicrobial staphylococcal infections in canine pyoderma.", Vol 74, pp. 205-212, https://doi.org/10.1556/004.2026.01273

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: September 13th 2026 (abstracts published between 6th September and 12th September 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:43) Nemoto and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Radiation-Induced Alopecia in Dogs With Nasal Tumours: Coat Type Influences Development and Onset.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70126

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• (00:02:07) Gündüz and colleagues, American journal of veterinary research, "Cryptococcus-targeted culture in dogs reveals nasal carriage of Naganishia albida and diverse opportunistic yeasts with potential clinical relevance.", 1-9, https://doi.org/10.2460/ajvr.26.06.0278

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• (00:04:47) Brasil-Ervedosa and colleagues, Australian veterinary journal, "Ocular and cutaneous infection due to Curvularia pseudobrachyspora in an immunosuppressed dog: Case report and in vitro antimycotic susceptibilities.", https://doi.org/10.1111/avj.70138

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• (00:03:27) Verschuuren-Tjoeng and colleagues, Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997), "Canine Flank Alopecia: A Narrative Review of Clinical Presentation, Genetic Basis, and Therapeutic Management.", 106877, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106877

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• (00:06:02) Berzina and colleagues, Acta veterinaria Scandinavica, "Feline cutaneous histoplasmosis in a non-endemic region: diagnostic challenges and molecular confirmation of Histoplasma capsulatum in Latvia.", 68, https://doi.org/10.1186/s13028-026-00883-4

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: September 6th 2026 (abstracts published between 30th August and 5th September 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:00:50) Herrmann and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Systemic Inflammation in Dogs With Atopic Dermatitis Compared to Healthy Dogs and Dogs With Pemphigus Foliaceus: A Study Using a Limited Cytokine Panel.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70118

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• (00:05:08) Gentry and colleagues, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, "Multiple factors, including client financial constraints, play a role in clinician decisions for canine atopic dermatitis: spectrum of care in a chronic and relapsing disease.", Vol 264, pp. 1-9, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.25.12.0845

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• (00:06:37) Sahebjam and colleagues, Australian veterinary journal, "Successful treatment of the first reported case of Prototheca wickerhamii infection in a dog living in Tasmania, Australia.", Vol 104, pp. 593-599, https://doi.org/10.1111/avj.70107

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• (00:02:14) Fulton and colleagues, Journal of veterinary internal medicine, "A SINE-like insertion in intron 13 of the ATP7A gene is associated with a mild form of Menkes-like disease in a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.", 40, https://doi.org/10.1093/jvimsj/aalag200

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• (00:03:41) Chinner and colleagues, Veterinary and comparative oncology, "Surgical Margins Required for the Complete Excision of Canine Oral Melanomas.", Vol 24, pp. 458-467, https://doi.org/10.1111/vco.70069

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• (00:07:53) Gallegos-Torres and colleagues, Veterinary medicine and science, "Antibacterial Effect of the In Vitro Interaction Between Clotrimazole and Chlorhexidine Against Staphylococcus pseudintermedius With Known Resistance Patterns Isolated From Canine Pyoderma.", Vol 12, pp. e71162, https://doi.org/10.1002/vms3.71162

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]

Veterinary dermatology: August 30th 2026 (abstracts published between 23rd August and 29th August 2026)

Welcome to The Abstract Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sarah review the latest veterinary literature.

### Papers Discussed Today:

• (00:01:12) Sofou and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Diagnostic Performance of Immunoglobulin E Serology, Prick Test and Patch Test With Food Allergens in Dogs With Atopic Dermatitis and Adverse Food Reactions Using the Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Food Challenge as Gold Standard.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70119

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• (00:02:34) Takeo and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "Time Required for Topical Difluprednate to Suppress the Intradermal Histamine-Induced Vascular Reaction in Dogs.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70122

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• (00:03:46) Baks and colleagues, Veterinary dermatology, "A Randomised Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of a Two-Dose Topical Terbinafine and Betamethasone Gel for the Treatment of Yeast (Malassezia pachydermatis) Otitis Externa in Dogs.", https://doi.org/10.1111/vde.70113

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• (00:05:00) Humeau and colleagues, The Journal of small animal practice, "Epidemiological, clinical and diagnostic aspects of feline otitis: a retrospective study of 103 cases from the dermatology service of a veterinary teaching hospital (2020-2022).", https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70186

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• (00:06:14) Tóth and colleagues, Acta veterinaria Hungarica, "Dried blood spot-based omega-3 fatty acid status assessment in dogs: The Omega-3 Index concept and its dermatological perspective - Short communication.", https://doi.org/10.1556/004.2026.01307

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Produced by Marco Duz, MedVet MVM(Res) DipECEIM PhD SFHEA MRCVS. Marco is an EBVS and RCVS recognised Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine. He produces The Abstract Podcast to help veterinary professionals keep up with the scientific literature in a practical, accessible way.

To suggest improvements or report problems please write to [email protected]