Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with subcutaneous cysts caused by Taenia crassiceps larvae
By Chermette, R et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1993·Service de Parasitologie, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Subcutaneous Taenia crassiceps cysticercosis in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog was found to have unusual lumps under the skin, which were later identified as cysts caused by Taenia crassiceps, a type of tapeworm usually found in rodents. The veterinarian considered various possible causes for these lumps, including other infections and skin diseases. After confirming the diagnosis, appropriate treatment was initiated. The outcome for the dog was not specified, but identifying the cause is a crucial first step in managing the condition.
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Abstract
Taenia crassiceps larvae, typically found in rodents, were recovered from fluctuant subcutaneous cystic lesions in a dog. Differential diagnosis included Taenia crassiceps cysticercosis, other metacestode infections, and pseudotumoral skin diseases.
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