SA - Manipulation of the Estrous Cycle Flashcards

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What are the indications for induction of estrus?

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Missing breeding opportunities, conception failure, treatment of primary or secondary anestrus (most common), and synchronization of ovulation for ET programs (research only)

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Can we induce estrus in dogs?

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Yes, but you need to respect the mandatory repair period in anestrus (90-150 days)

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What can be used to induce estrus in dogs?

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Synthetic estrogens, GnRH agonists, gonadotropins, and dopamine agonists

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What synthetic estrogen can be used to induce estrus?

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Diethylstilbesterol (DBS)

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What GnRH agonists can be used to induce estrus?

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Deslorelin*, Lutrelin, Buserelin, Fertirelin, and Leuprolide

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What gonadotropins can be used to induce estrus?

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LH, FSH, eCG, and hCG

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What dopamine agonists can be used to induce estrus?

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Cabergoline and bromocroptine

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Is Diethylstilbesterol recommended? Why or why not?

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Not recommended - the possible risks outweigh the benefits

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What risks are associated with diethylstilbesterol use in inducing estrus?

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Severe thrombocytopenia and aplastic anemia

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What do GnRH agonists do to induce estrus?

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They mediate the synthesis and release of LH and FSH from the anterior pituitary

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What failure has been reported with GnRH agonist use to induce estrus?

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Premature luteal failure which results in shortened diestrus and subsequent pregnancy loss

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What Deslorelin implants can be used to induce estrus?

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Suprelorin and Ovuplant - not approved in the US

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Where are Deslorelin implants placed?

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Subcutaneously either in the vulvular region or in the ventral abdomen

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How quickly do Deslorelin implants work?

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If given to an anestrus bitch, there will be reliable and rapid onset of estrus (7-10 days)

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When should deslorelin implants be removed?

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once ovulation is confirmed

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What gonadotropins should not be used dogs because they show poor results?

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LH and FSH

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What side effects are associated with use of eCG?

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Immune-mediated reactions, sudden death, and unpredictability of response

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Are gonadotropins recommended for inducing estrus?

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No because of the availability and side effects - not available in the US

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What do dopamine agonists do to induce estrus?

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They suppress prolactin secretion which shortens the duration of anestrus and will induce estrus if there is prolonged anestrus

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What must precede induction of dopamine agonists?

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anestrus - at least 120-150 days

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Use of dopamine agonists may require ____ days of treatment?

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30+ days

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What dopamine agonists are available for dogs?

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Cabergoline or Bromocroptine

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What side effects are associated with Capergoline?

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coat color changes and vomiting

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What can induce estrus in cats?

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FSH or hCG

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What is the recommended drug of choice for inducing estrus?
dopamine agonists
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What are the positives to using long acting preparations for inducing estrus?
convenient for owner and less stressful for the patient
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What are the negatives to using long acting preparations to induce estrus?
Premature luteal failure and reduced pregnancy rates
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What are the indications for inducing ovulation?
behavioral modification and artifical insemination
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How can ovulation be induced in the queen?
with physical methods or hormonal methods
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What physical methods could induce ovulation in the queen?
Mating with a vasectomized tom or inserting a sterile swab or gas rod into the vagina (must be repeated multiple times)
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What hormonal methods can be used to induce ovulation in the queen?
hCG and GnRH
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What are the indications for suppressing estrus?
Pets or working dogs
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What are the surgical methods for suppressing estrus?
Ovariectomy and/or ovariohysterectomy
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What are the non-surgical options to suppress estrus?
Mibolerone (androgen), Megestrol acetate (progestogen), or Deslorelin acetate (GnRH agonist)
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When is suppression of estrus not recommended?
``` Prior to or during the first estrus For females primarily used for breeding During pregnancy During pseudopregnancy To begin treatment during diestrus For females with uterine hemorrhage For diabetic patients For females with a prolonged heat ```
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What are the adverse effects to suppressing estrus?
Cystic endometrial hyperplasia and pyomemtra Breakthrough proestrus Clitoral hypertrophy Vaginitis Increased activity of skin sebaceous glands Mild epiphora Alteration in hepatic function
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What are the long term adverse effects of suppressing estrus?
Obesity, diabetes mellitus, and neoplasia of the uterus and/or mammary glands
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If you want to suppress estrus using Mibolerone, when should treatment begin?
At least 30 days before the onset of estrus
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What species is Mibolerone not approved for use in?
Queens - hepatotoxicity It is also not readily available in the US
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What can Megestrol acetate be used to do?
Stop the cycle or suppress the cycle
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If you choose to use Megestrol acetate to stop the cycle, when will the subsequent estrus occur?
4-6 weeks earlier than expected
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If you want to Megestrol acetate to suppress the cycle, when should it be given? When will subsequent estrus happen?
Should be given in late anestrus | Subsequent estrus is seen 2-9 months later
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How can Deslorelin be given to suppress estrus?
You use it the same way that you use it to induce estrus, except you do not remove it after 7-10 days
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How long can Deslorelin suppress estrus in a dog?
For up to a year Remember it is not approved in the US
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What are the indications for pregnancy termination?
Mis-mating or to maintain health of the female carrying the litter
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How long should therapy for terminating a pregnancy be delayed?
Until the unwanted pregnancy is documented at ~30 days
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What are the options for terminating a pregnancy?
Ovariohysterectomy, estrogens, prostaglandins, dexamethasone, cabergoline, and algepristone
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What estrogens can be used to terminate a pregnancy?
Diethylstilbestrol and estradiol cypionate
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Why is estrogen therapy to terminate pregnancy no longer recommended?
The risks outweigh the benefits - pyometra, irreversible aplastic anemia, and prolonged estrus
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How do prostaglandins terminate pregnancies?
They induce luteolysis
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What are the side effects of using prostaglandins to terminate pregnancies?
Vomiting, panting, cramps, excessive salivation and defecation
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What prostaglandins can be used to terminate pregnancies?
Lutalyze and Cloprostenol | Misoprostol can be used
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Can prostaglandin therapy be used in cats to terminate pregnancies?
yes
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If you want to use dexamethasone to terminate pregnancies, when should pregnancy be confirmed?
At 30+ days via ultrasound
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What adverse effects/clinical signs are associated with using dexamethasone to terminate pregnancies?
Vaginal bleeding, anorexia, panting, and PU/PD
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Once abortion is confirmed, what must you do to the doses of dexamethasome?
taper the dose
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What agent can be used to terminate late term pregnancy (>40 days)?
Cabergoline
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What does cabergoline do?
It inhibits prolactin and can be highly efficacious in termination
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Is cabergoline better tolerated in dogs or cats?
cats
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What combination protocol for pregnancy termination is effective after 25 days of gestation?
Cabergoline, cloprostenol, +/- misoprostol
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What is Algepristone?
a progesterone receptor blocker
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Where is algepristone available?
In Europe, South America, and Australia
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What clinical signs are associated with Algepristone?
minimal to none
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How is Algepristone given?
as an outpatient medication
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Approximately how long after administration of Algepristone does abortion occur?
30 hours after treatment