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Anatrichosoma sp infection in a dog
C M Hendrix1, B L Blagburn, T R Boosinger
1Department of Pathology and Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL 36849.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|October 15, 1987
Summary
Routine fecal and skin examinations of a dog revealed embryonated eggs consistent with Anatrichosoma spp. Surgical excision and histology confirmed the presence of these nematodes, indicating a potential parasitic infection.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Parasitology
- Dermatology
- Histopathology
Background:
- Parasitic infections in domestic animals can present with diverse clinical signs.
- Accurate identification of parasitic eggs and organisms is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
- Anatrichosoma species are known to cause various health issues in animals.
Observation:
- Embryonated, double-operculated eggs were identified in a dog's fecal sample.
- Similar eggs were also found on a skin scraping from a lumbar nodule.
- The nodule was raised, flaking, and erythematous.
Findings:
- Morphologic features of the eggs were consistent with Anatrichosoma spp.
- Histologic examination of the surgically excised nodule revealed nematodes.
- The observed nematodes exhibited characteristics aligning with Anatrichosoma spp.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of routine diagnostic examinations for detecting parasitic infections.
- Cutaneous manifestations can be indicative of underlying parasitic disease.
- Further research may be warranted to understand the prevalence and pathogenicity of Anatrichosoma spp. in dogs.