Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Skin infection with Dermatophilus congolensis in a feral cat
By Barger, Anne M et al.·Published in Journal of feline medicine and surgery·2014·College of Veterinary Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Dermatophilus congolensis in a feral cat.
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Plain-English summary
A young adult feral cat was found with a lump near its knee, which raised concerns for its health. The veterinarian took a sample from the mass and discovered it was caused by a type of bacteria called Dermatophilus congolensis. This bacteria can lead to skin infections in animals. The diagnosis was confirmed through lab tests, including culture and a genetic test.
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Abstract
A young adult feral cat presented to the Champaign County Humane Society with a subcutaneous mass near the stifle. The mass was aspirated. Chains of paired cocci organisms were identified, consistent with Dermatophilus congolensis. The identity of these organisms was confirmed by culture and polymerase chain reaction.
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