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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- • (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 ----- 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 theabstractpodcast.enquiry@gmail.com
