Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Eye worm infection in a dog found in southeastern Poland
By Leszek Rolbiecki et al.·Published in Pathogens·2021·Department of Invertebrate Zoology and Parasitology, Faculty of Biology, University of Gdańsk, Wita Stwosza 59, 80-308 Gdańsk, Poland, CH·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: The Vector-Borne Zoonotic Nematode <i>Thelazia callipaeda</i> in the Eastern Part of Europe, with a Clinical Case Report in a Dog in Poland
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Plain-English summary
A dog in Poland was found to have an eye problem caused by a parasite called Thelazia callipaeda, which is spread by certain flies. The dog showed signs of inflammation and had pus coming from its eye. A veterinarian removed the adult worm from the dog's eye, confirming the diagnosis. This case is significant as it marks the first time this parasite has been reported in a dog in Poland.
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Abstract
<i>Thelazia callipaeda</i> is a zoonotic nematode transmitted by drosophilid flies. It causes ocular thelaziosis, a disease of carnivores, such as dogs, cats, and foxes, and also humans. The parasite has thus far been observed in various areas of Eurasia, including 20 countries within Europe. The present study documents its presence in the south-east region of Poland, near the Ukraine border. An adult nematode was removed from the conjunctival sac of a dog showing ocular inflammation and purulent discharge. The dog’s precise origin is unknown. Based on its localization and morphometrical features, the nematode was identified as a <i>Thelazia callipaeda</i> adult male. The present study is the first report of <i>T. callipaeda</i> in a dog in Poland.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.3390/pathogens10010055