11 citations,
May 2011 in “Veterinary Record” This document described a case of African trypanosomosis in an eight-month-old German wire-haired pointer in France, which had traveled from Senegal. The dog presented with symptoms including cachexia, focal alopecia, stiff gait, and tachycardia. Initial tests suggested immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia, but PCR later confirmed Trypanosoma congolense savannah type infection. Despite treatment, the dog died following cardiovascular collapse. The case highlighted the importance of considering trypanosomosis in animals imported from Africa and the potential fatal risk of corticosteroid use in infected animals. It emphasized the need for thorough import examinations, including serological and PCR analysis, to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment.
6 citations,
November 2015 in “Equine Veterinary Education” A sick foal with Rhodococcus equi pneumonia was successfully treated for multiple complications with targeted therapy and careful monitoring.
119 citations,
October 2011 in “Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine” Rhodococcus equi causes severe pneumonia in young foals, and effective vaccines are needed due to foals' weak immune responses.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” The dog's skin and anemia issues returned after stopping treatment for Babesia gibsoni.
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October 2009 in “Javma-journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association” Foals with Rhodococcus equi infection often have other health problems that lower their chances of survival.