The Abstract Podcast: Veterinary Reproduction

Veterinary Reproduction: 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: • (00:01:10) Zoda and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Factors associated with pregnancy following transfer of Japanese Black embryos into Japanese Black, Holstein, and crossbred heifers.", Vol 268, pp. 118230, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118230 ----- • (00:02:49) Menezes and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Effect of domperidone and/or oxytocin on milk bromatological composition in bitches with hypogalactia after elective caesarean section.", Vol 267, pp. 118224, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118224 ----- • (00:04:19) Katiyar and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "Frozen bull spermatozoa can be effectively stored at - 80°C following enrichment with cholesterol without a significant reduction in quality and in vivo fertility.", Vol 293, pp. 108302, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108302 ----- • (00:05:45) Peker and colleagues, American journal of veterinary research, "Systemic oxidative stress, selected nonenzymatic exogenous and endogenous antioxidants, and hematologic and biochemical alterations in bitches with pyometra.", 87, https://doi.org/10.2460/ajvr.26.06.0255 ----- • (00:07:14) Matilla Pinto and colleagues, Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997), "Failure of passive transfer in neonatal foals - A review.", Vol 319, pp. 106818, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106818 ----- • (00:08:28) Rebeis and colleagues, Journal of dairy science, "Recombinant bovine somatotropin at synchronization initiation, but not at embryo transfer, enhances fertility in embryo-recipient heifers: Associations with follicular, luteal, and embryonic outcomes.", Vol 109, pp. 11009-11022, https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2026-28503 ----- • (00:09:53) Fischetti and colleagues, Journal of equine veterinary science, "Retained fetal membranes in light breed mares hospitalized for attended parturition.", Vol 165, pp. 105946, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2026.105946 ----- 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 Reproduction: 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: • (00:00:54) Souza and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Application of digital pathology to assess the effect of hormone treatment on placental histomorphometry in mares with induced ascending placentitis.", Vol 267, pp. 118204, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118204 ----- • (00:02:26) Kim and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Machine learning prediction of pregnancy outcomes after vitrified-warmed bovine embryo transfer using field-derived variables.", Vol 267, pp. 118189, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118189 ----- • (00:03:44) Leal and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Mare endometrosis induces endometrial proteome changes.", Vol 267, pp. 118184, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118184 ----- • (00:05:09) Zappone and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Two-dimensional shear wave elastography assessment of testicular stiffness in healthy cats.", Vol 267, pp. 118206, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118206 ----- • (00:06:23) Ashley and colleagues, Biology of reproduction, "CXCL12/CXCR4 signaling coordinates trophoblast, immune, vascular, and metabolic programming during early placentation in sheep.", https://doi.org/10.1093/biolre/ioag211 ----- • (00:07:44) Carneiro and colleagues, Topics in companion animal medicine, "Reassessing neonatal hypoglycemia in kittens: clinical relevance beyond the laboratory value.", 101105, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tcam.2026.101105 ----- 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 Reproduction: 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: • (00:00:51) Słyszewska and colleagues, Theriogenology, "The effect of macrophage secretome on equine endometrial fibroblast transcriptomic and functional characteristics.", Vol 267, pp. 118177, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118177 ----- • (00:02:19) Asadzadeh and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Effects of pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) on ram sperm quality and fertility potential during cooled storage.", Vol 267, pp. 118176, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118176 ----- • (00:03:46) Li and colleagues, Theriogenology, "The endogenous metabolite ergothioneine (EGT) mitigates the cryodamage of boar sperm via the AMPK signaling pathway.", Vol 267, pp. 118175, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118175 ----- • (00:05:05) Hatami and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Mitochondria-targeted antioxidants (MitoQ and Mito-TEMPO) versus untargeted antioxidants (SOD and CoQ10) improve post-thaw quality of rooster sperm by mitigating mitochondrial oxidative damage.", Vol 267, pp. 118173, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118173 ----- • (00:06:37) Meilán and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Repeated systemic β-NGF administration improves ejaculate characteristics in rams.", Vol 267, pp. 118174, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118174 ----- • (00:08:09) eSilva and colleagues, Biology of reproduction, "Effects of high frequency administration of GnRH or kisspeptin on LH pulse and surge profiles in ovariectomized Bos taurus and Bos indicus heifers†.", https://doi.org/10.1093/biolre/ioag198 ----- 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 Reproduction: 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: • (00:00:51) Li and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Sequential refinement of ovum pick-up technical parameters improves oocyte recovery and developmental competence in Holstein cows.", Vol 267, pp. 118166, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118166 ----- • (00:02:30) Carvalho and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Combining equine chorionic gonadotropin and temporary calf removal can increase luteal progesterone but does not improve pregnancy per AI in suckled Nellore cows.", Vol 266, pp. 118164, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118164 ----- • (00:05:55) Priego-González and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Impact of retrieval method and transport conditions of domestic cat oocytes on In vitro embryo production.", Vol 261, pp. 117945, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.117945 ----- • (00:04:15) Campos and colleagues, Theriogenology, "hCG promotes secondary ovulation and supplementary corpus luteum formation during early pregnancy in mares.", Vol 266, pp. 118161, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118161 ----- • (00:07:35) Goericke-Pesch, Reproduction in domestic animals = Zuchthygiene, "Uterine Dysfunctions in Non-Pregnant and Pregnant Small Animals.", Vol 61 Suppl 2, pp. e70281, https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.70281 ----- • (00:09:10) Souza and colleagues, Reproduction in domestic animals = Zuchthygiene, "Pregnancy Outcomes Following Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer in Dairy Cows-Expectations vs. Reality.", Vol 61 Suppl 2, pp. e70283, https://doi.org/10.1111/rda.70283 ----- • (00:10:44) Kolachi and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "Combined hCG and ketoprofen treatment improves dairy cow pregnancy rates through proposed complementary mechanisms: Luteal metabolic reprogramming and endometrial PGF2α suppression.", Vol 294, pp. 108322, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108322 ----- • (00:12:32) Xiao and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "GnRH supplementation in the PreOvsynch protocol targeting follicular cysts enhances synchronization and reduces days open in dairy cows.", Vol 292, pp. 108279, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108279 ----- • (00:14:22) Brugnara and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "Effect of creep-feeding on the reproductive efficiency of beef cows: A systematic review and meta-analysis.", Vol 292, pp. 108253, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108253 ----- • (00:16:30) Sato and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "Effect of meconium-stained amniotic fluid on hematological parameters and clinical status of term neonatal puppies.", Vol 292, pp. 108255, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108255 ----- • (00:18:09) Mazenod and colleagues, Animal reproduction science, "Liposome‑based extender consistently improves post-thaw semen quality in rams.", Vol 292, pp. 108238, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2026.108238 ----- • (00:20:02) Durocher and colleagues, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, "Immediate surgical intervention for small animal pyometra shows no definitive advantage.", Vol 264, pp. 1190-1194, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.25.12.0854 ----- • (00:25:16) Bellone and colleagues, Journal of equine veterinary science, "Genetic diversity in domestic horses: Temporal patterns, the influence of assisted reproductive technologies, and implications for the American Quarter Horse.", Vol 164, pp. 106072, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2026.106072 ----- • (00:23:50) Necchi and colleagues, Journal of equine veterinary science, "Achieving success in conventional equine embryo transfer: A practical review.", Vol 164, pp. 106065, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2026.106065 ----- • (00:21:52) Fedorka and colleagues, Veterinary immunology and immunopathology, "Evaluation of a commercial multiplex immunoassay for assessing uterine inflammation in mares susceptible to persistent breeding-induced endometritis.", Vol 299, pp. 111194, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetimm.2026.111194 ----- 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 Reproduction: 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: • (00:01:04) Liu and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Glycine improves boar sperm linear motility by promoting heme biosynthesis to regulate mitochondrial energy metabolism.", Vol 266, pp. 118158, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118158 ----- • (00:02:41) Melo-Gonçalves and colleagues, Theriogenology, "Automated luteal blood perfusion assessment in cows using image processing and deep learning algorithms.", Vol 266, pp. 118156, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2026.118156 ----- • (00:05:49) Milazzotto, Biology of reproduction, "Making Better Embryos-Not More: Omics-Guided Lessons to Redesign In Vitro Systems.", https://doi.org/10.1093/biolre/ioag177 ----- • (00:04:23) Lewis and colleagues, Equine veterinary journal, "Veterinarian and breeder perspectives surrounding ovum pick-up and intracytoplasmic sperm injection in mares: A survey study.", https://doi.org/10.1002/evj.70323 ----- • (00:07:22) Katende and colleagues, Journal of dairy science, "Multiple birth in Austrian Holsteins: genetic parameters and impacts on calving, health, fertility, and milk production traits.", https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2026-28785 ----- • (00:08:40) Rodríguez and colleagues, Veterinary research communications, "Heat stress during pregnancy and its relationship with IGFR1/insulin signaling expression in ovarian follicles of dairy cow adult offspring.", 50, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11259-026-11457-0 ----- • (00:10:17) Campos and colleagues, Veterinary research communications, "Endocrine and uterine hemodynamic differences between intra- and interspecific equine pregnancies during early gestation.", 50, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11259-026-11472-1 ----- 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]