Molecular Diagnostics and Control of Zoonotic Dermatophytosis: First Detection of Trichophyton Indotineae in a Dog in Africa

    September 2025 in “ Animals ”
    Hend Adel Zineldar, Wafaa M. El-Neshwy, Romeo Teodor Cristina … Yasmine H. Tartor
    Studysummary In this study, dermatophytosis was prevalent among 52% of dogs and 70% of cats with skin lesions, with younger animals facing higher infection risks; combined itraconazole, clotrimazole, supportive care, and vaccination led to the fastest recovery.
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