Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The Canine Parvovirus wild-type strains infections in dogs--epidemiological and diagnostic aspects.
- Journal:
- Polish journal of veterinary sciences
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Rypuła, K et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Epizootiology and Veterinary Administration with Clinic
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
In this study, researchers looked at dogs that had diarrhea to see if they had infections caused by canine parvovirus (CPV), a serious virus that affects dogs. They collected samples from both live dogs and deceased ones, examining a total of 18 specimens. The tests they used included checking for the virus and also looking for any bacterial or parasitic infections, finding that many of the dogs had CPV along with other infections, particularly from a common bacteria called Escherichia coli. This suggests that dogs with CPV may also be dealing with other infections at the same time. The findings highlight the importance of thorough testing in dogs showing symptoms like diarrhea.
Abstract
Biological material was taken from dogs with diarrhea. Faecal samples were taken from live animals white intestinal tract fragments (i.e. small intestine, and stomach) were taken from dead animals. In total, 18 specimens were investigated from dogs housed alone or in large groups. The samples were examined for presence of viral infections and concurrent bacterial and parasitic infestations. To test for the presence of the viral infection, latex (On Site Biotech, Sweden) and direct immunofluorescence tests were performed. At the same time to the presence of CPV infection, was conducted by the PCR method with primers complementary to a conservative region of VP1/VP2. In order to identify the bacterial strain, the material was inoculated onto appropriate media and identified with API tests, whilst parasitological examinations were performed with Fulleborn's method. CPV infection was accompanied by CCV and CAV infections, as well as bacterial ones, caused mostly by Escherichia coli.
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