Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Renal coccidiosis of the horse associated with Klossiella equi.
- Journal:
- Australian veterinary journal
- Year:
- 1977
- Authors:
- Lee, C G & Ross, A D
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A case was reported involving a horse that had an infection in its kidneys caused by a parasite called Klossiella equi. This infection was found in specific parts of the kidney but did not cause any noticeable symptoms. The horse experienced only minor damage and inflammation in its kidneys. Overall, the condition was mild and did not lead to serious health issues for the horse.
Abstract
Klossiella equi in the kidney of a horse is described. Gametocytic and sporogonic stages were observed in the epithelium of the collecting tubules in association with schizonts in the glomeruli and proximal convoluted tubules. The condition was asymptomatic and caused only minor renal damage and inflammation.
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