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[The occurrence of Echinococcus granulosis and E. multilocularis in Thuringia]
1Institut für Veterinärwesen Bad Langensalza, Deutschland.
Angewandte Parasitologie
|November 1, 1992
Summary
Echinococcus granulosus and Echinococcus multilocularis are endemic in Thuringia, Germany. Investigations revealed significant parasite presence in livestock and wildlife, highlighting the need for control measures.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Parasitology
- Zoonotic Disease Epidemiology
- Wildlife Health
Context:
- Echinococcosis poses a significant public health and economic burden globally.
- Understanding parasite distribution is crucial for effective disease management strategies.
- Thuringia, Germany, is a region with known Echinococcus presence.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and distribution of Echinococcus granulosus and Echinococcus multilocularis in Thuringia.
- To characterize parasite strains and their hosts.
- To assess the risk of Echinococcus transmission in the region.
Summary:
- Parasitological surveys in Thuringia found Echinococcus granulosus metacestodes in cattle (0.1-0.3% infestation rate) and pigs (0.001-0.004%), with most cysts in lungs.
- Adult E. granulosus was detected in 2 of 324 dogs, and Taenia spp. eggs were found in 1.2% of fecal samples.
- Echinococcus multilocularis infected 12.7% of red foxes, with higher prevalence in western and mountainous areas (25% and 40% respectively), and was also found in 2 of 58 cats.
Impact:
- This study provides critical data on Echinococcus spp. endemicity in Thuringia, informing regional control efforts.
- Findings highlight the importance of monitoring wildlife reservoirs, particularly red foxes, for E. multilocularis.
- Results contribute to a better understanding of parasite transmission dynamics between domestic animals, wildlife, and potentially humans.
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