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[Acute toxoplasmosis outbreak in rabbit flocks]

V Bergmann, R Heidrich, H Kiupel

    Angewandte Parasitologie
    |February 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Acute toxoplasmosis caused significant losses in domestic rabbits, affecting multiple organs. Diagnosis was confirmed through pathological, serological, and mouse tests, identifying Toxoplasma gondii.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Pathology
    • Parasitology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Context:

    • Domestic rabbits are susceptible to various infectious diseases.
    • Toxoplasmosis, caused by *Toxoplasma gondii*, can impact animal health and agricultural productivity.
    • Distinguishing toxoplasmosis from similar conditions like pseudotuberculosis is crucial for effective management.

    Purpose:

    • To document and characterize an outbreak of acute toxoplasmosis in domestic rabbits.
    • To identify the affected organs and pathological changes associated with the infection.
    • To confirm the causative agent, *Toxoplasma gondii*, using multiple diagnostic methods.

    Summary:

    • Acute toxoplasmosis was diagnosed in 15 flocks of domestic rabbits (2-18 months old), resulting in 3-66% mortality.
    • Pathomorphological findings revealed generalized granulomatous-necrotizing lesions, primarily affecting the spleen, liver, lungs, and lymph nodes, with spleen heavily laden with *Toxoplasma* stages.
    • Diagnostic confirmation included electron microscopy, serological tests (CFT, SFT, IFAT), and a mouse inoculation test, all verifying the presence of *Toxoplasma*.

    Impact:

    • Highlights the potential economic impact of toxoplasmosis on rabbit farming.
    • Emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis in differentiating toxoplasmosis from diseases with similar clinical signs.
    • Provides a comprehensive diagnostic approach for *Toxoplasma* identification in rabbits.

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