Vector-borne diseases in dogs and cats: case reports in clinical parasitology
2012
Kramer, L., University of Parma (Italy). Veterinary School
Canine and feline vector-borne diseases (VBDs) are caused by a wide range of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and helminths. Whereas the distribution, clinical signs and risk factors in the dog are well known for many of these pathogens, the same cannot be said for the cat. While VBDs in cats will be briefly discussed, here the author presents three case reports of vector-borne diseases in the dog, with emphasis on novel therapeutic strategies. Case 1. Leishmaniosis cured with intravenous Glucantime®. Case 2. Heartworm disease (Dirofilaria immitis) cured with a combination of doxycycline (Ronoxan®) and ivermectin (Cardiotek Plus®). Case 3. Sub-cutaneous dirofilariasis (Dirofilaria repens) treated with non-invasive surgical removal of the worm.
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