Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
First case of Tritrichomonas foetus infection in a Polish cat
By Dąbrowska, Joanna et al.·Published in Acta parasitologica·2015·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Tritrichomonas foetus infection in cat - first detection in Poland.
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Plain-English summary
A 6-month-old male British Shorthair cat was diagnosed with an intestinal infection caused by a parasite called Tritrichomonas foetus, which is typically found in cattle. The cat showed signs of gastrointestinal issues, and tests confirmed the presence of this parasite in its intestines. This case marks the first detection of T. foetus in cats in Poland. Treatment options for this infection can vary, so it's important for pet owners to consult their veterinarian for the best course of action based on their cat's specific condition.
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Abstract
Tritrichomonas foetus, a parasite of cattle reproductive system, has been recently discovered as a cause of disease in cats in many countries. T. foetus infects and colonizes cat's ileum, caecum, colon and can lead to enteritis. This paper presents the first clinical case of cat intestinal trichomonosis caused by T. foetus in Poland. The material for this study was a smear collected from a 6-month-old male British Shorthair cat. The presence of parasitic protozoan was determined via microscopic examination and confirmed by amplification of T. foetus rDNA using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique. In the first PCR reaction, a DNA of Trichomonadidae was identified and in the second PCR, T. foetus was detected. The T. foetus positive products from the second PCR reaction were sequenced. Interpretation of the sequencing results of obtained amplicons by comparing them with the GenBank database proved that the causative agent, in this case, was T. foetus.
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