Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Trypanosoma congolense infection causing anemia and neurological
By Harrus, S et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·1995·School of Veterinary Medicine·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Trypanosoma congolense infection in two dogs.
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Plain-English summary
Two boxer dogs imported from Kenya developed severe symptoms just two days after arriving in Israel, including anemia, bleeding, swollen lymph nodes, and neurological issues. Unfortunately, both dogs passed away within four days due to the infection caused by Trypanosoma congolense, a parasite that leads to a serious disease called trypanosomiasis. The dogs showed significant internal damage, affecting multiple organs. This case highlights the importance of monitoring imported pets for potential infections.
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Abstract
Trypanosomiasis, caused by Trypanosoma congolense, was diagnosed for the first time in Israel in two boxer dogs imported from Kenya. The dogs developed clinical signs two days after arrival and succumbed to the disease within four days. The major clinical and clinicopathological findings included anaemia, haemorrhages, lymphadenomegaly, hepatosplenomegaly and neurological signs. Histopathology showed lymphocytic-plasmacytic infiltration in the skin, brain, meninges, kidney and liver.
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