Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
First case of African trypanosomosis in a UK dog
By Gow, A G et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2007·Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: First report of canine African trypanosomosis in the UK.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old neutered male Jack Russell terrier was brought to the vet after showing signs of severe anemia and a swollen belly, two years after being imported from southern Africa. An ultrasound showed enlarged liver and spleen, along with fluid in the abdomen. Unfortunately, the dog collapsed shortly after arriving at the clinic and passed away. Tests confirmed he had a type of African sleeping sickness caused by a parasite called Trypanosoma congolense. This case highlights the risk of bringing in pets that may seem healthy but can carry serious diseases.
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Abstract
A six-year-old neutered male Jack Russell terrier was presented two years after importation into the UK from southern Africa with severe anaemia and abdominal distension. Abdominal ultrasonography revealed the presence of hepato-splenomegaly and ascites. A diagnosis of trypanosomosis was made by blood smear examination. Shortly after admission the dog collapsed and died. PCR analysis revealed a single infection with Trypanosoma congolense savannah type. This is the first reported case of canine African trypanosomosis in Europe and suggests that chronic trypanosomosis may allow importation of the disease in apparently asymptomatic animals, even with extended quarantine periods.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17850267/