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Parasitology
Marco Genchi, Alice Vismarra, Stefania Zanet, Simone Morelli, Roberta Galuppi, Giuseppe Cringoli, Riccardo Lia, Manuela Diaferia, Antonio Frangipane di Regalbono, Giulia Venegoni, Fabrizio Solari Basano, Antonio Varcasia, Stefania Perrucci, Vincenzo Musella, Emanuele Brianti, Alessia Gazzonis, Michele Drigo, Liliana Colombo, Laura Kramer
Summary: The study evaluated the prevalence of major feline parasites in Italy and identified risk factors associated with their occurrence. The overall prevalence of gastro-intestinal and broncho-pulmonary nematodes was 35.9%, while ectoparasite infestation rate was 35.7%. Risk factors for parasite infection included age, outdoor lifestyle, geographic area and lack of antiparasitic treatment.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Ibrahim Abbas, Moustafa Al-Araby, Bassem Elmishmishy, El-Sayed El-Alfy
Summary: This study reports the presence of gastrointestinal parasite infections in the feces of stray cats from Gharbia governorate, Egypt. Meta-analyses revealed that the occurrence of Toxoplasma gondii oocysts in Egyptian cat feces may have been overestimated in earlier studies. Additionally, the prevalence of Toxocara cati in cats from Egypt is higher than globally reported, but its impact on human toxocarosis has been neglected in some reports.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Vena Chupia, Jirapat Ninsuwon, Kakanang Piyarungsri, Chollada Sodarat, Worapat Prachasilchai, Witaya Suriyasathaporn, Surachai Pikulkaew
Summary: This study investigated the epidemiology of the fungus Microsporum canis in cats. Hair samples from cats with and without skin lesions were collected and analyzed. It was found that 13.04% of cats with skin lesions and 7.2% of cats without skin lesions carried M. canis. In addition, the pathogen was found in both lesion sites and other areas of the body. Therefore, individuals who come into contact with these animals may be at risk of M. canis infection.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Emiko Rimbara, Masato Suzuki, Hidenori Matsui, Masahiko Nakamura, Misako Morimoto, Chihiro Sasakawa, Hiroki Masuda, Sachiyo Nomura, Takako Osaki, Noriyo Nagata, Keigo Shibayama, Kengo Tokunaga
Summary: The study successfully cultured Helicobacter suis directly from human stomachs in vitro and isolated it from patients with gastric diseases. Eradication of H. suis led to significant improvements in endoscopic and histopathological findings, while oral infection of mice with H. suis elicited inflammatory responses and gastric mucosal metaplasia progression.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Emily Taillieu, Koen Chiers, Irina Amorim, Fatima Gaertner, Dominiek Maes, Christophe Van Steenkiste, Freddy Haesebrouck
Summary: This article discusses the importance of Helicobacter species in dogs, cats, and pigs and their potential to infect humans. The article highlights the association of Helicobacter suis with gastritis and decreased weight gain in pigs, as well as its potential to cause disease in humans. It also mentions that multiple Helicobacter species can colonize the stomachs of dogs and cats, but their pathogenic significance is likely low. The article concludes that besides H. pylori, gastric Helicobacter species associated with these animals are also clinically relevant in humans.
VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Poorya Karimi, Soheila Shafaghi-Sisi, Ahmad Reza Meamar, Gelareh Nasiri, Elham Razmjou
Summary: A study conducted in Tehran, Iran, investigated the prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii and Toxocara spp. in stray and household cats, as well as their potential impact on human infection. Results showed a higher infection rate of T. gondii, predominantly genotype I in stray cats and genotype II in household cats and cat owners, while Toxocara infection was more common in stray cats. Public health education and urban cat deworming programs are essential in preventing and controlling these infections.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Virology
Aya Matsuu, Kandai Doi, Keita Ishijima, Kango Tatemoto, Yushi Koshida, Ayako Yoshida, Kohei Kiname, Akio Iwashita, Shin-ichi Hayama, Ken Maeda
Summary: A study was conducted on Tsushima Island, Japan to investigate the seroprevalence of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) among wild and companion animals. The results showed that a small number of animals, including wild boars and domestic cats, tested positive for anti-SFTSV antibodies, indicating the presence of SFTSV in a limited area of the island. Countermeasures are needed to prevent the spread of SFTSV and protect humans and animals, including the endangered Tsushima leopard cats.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Piotr Falkowski, Andrzej Gawel, Kamila Bobrek
Summary: This study investigated the presence of Blastocystis infection in reproductive geese flocks and found that 46.5% of tested flocks were infected. There was no correlation between the age of the birds and the flock size. The results suggest that humans who have contact with infected birds could be the source of infections.
Article
Immunology
Kenneth M. Zangwill
Summary: Bartonella species, previously known to cause human diseases with restricted geographic or environmental influences, have now been linked to a broader ecological niche. Cats and various arthropods are the main reservoirs and vectors for Bartonella transmission. Clinical management for cat scratch disease varies greatly among clinicians, reflecting a lack of strong evidence-based practices.
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Kenneth M. Zangwill
Summary: Bartonella species have been linked to human diseases, with modern diagnostic methods expanding our knowledge. Host immune-modulated interactions play a major role in the clinical syndromes associated with these bacteria, leading to a wide range of responses to antimicrobial therapy. Clinical management for cat scratch disease varies among clinicians due to a lack of evidence base.
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Simone Morelli, Anastasia Diakou, Angela Di Cesare, Mariasole Colombo, Donato Traversa
Summary: This review discusses the most common parasitoses and vector-borne diseases of dogs and cats, emphasizing the differences, similarities, and peculiarities of canine and feline parasitology.
CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Toshihisa Tsukadaira, Seiichi Hayashi, Hiroyoshi Ota, Natsuko Kobayashi, Yasuhiro Sekiguchi, Himiko Kodaira, Takehisa Matsumoto, Kazuki Horiuchi, Tatsuya Negishi, Mari Kurahashi
Summary: The prevalence of non-Helicobacter pylori Helicobacter (NHPH) gastritis in Japanese patients is estimated to be approximately 3.35%, with Helicobacter suis being the most common species. Patients are mostly asymptomatic but have close contact with pets, and exhibit crack-like mucosa and/or nodular gastritis in the gastric antrum, as well as regular arrangement of collecting venules in the gastric corpus on endoscopy.
Article
Dermatology
Livia Silveira Munhoz, Vanice Rodrigues Poester, Cecilia Bittencourt Severo, Mariana Rodrigues Trapaga, Isabel Martins Madrid, Jessica Louise Benelli, David A. Stevens, Melissa Orzechowski Xavier
Summary: Sporotrichosis, a fungal disease transmitted by cats, is widespread and increasing in the southern region of Brazil. However, it is underreported and public health policies are urgently needed.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Da-Yun Bae, Dongseob Tark, Sung-Hyun Moon, Jae-Ku Oem, Won-Il Kim, Chul Park, Ki-Jeong Na, Choi-Kyu Park, Yeonsu Oh, Ho-Seong Cho
Summary: With the global spread of COVID-19, it is important to monitor companion animals in epidemic areas. This survey found that some pets carried SARS-CoV-2 antigen and antibodies, even in animal shelters. This suggests the possibility of continuous viral circulation between humans and animals, requiring continuous monitoring of animals.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Emily Taillieu, Chloe De Witte, Heiko De Schepper, Wouter Van Moerkercke, Sophie Rutten, Stijn Michiels, Yuna Arnst, Sofie De Bruyckere, Sven Francque, Frauke van Aert, Christophe George, Emma Callewaert, Tiene Callewaert, Glenn Vanneste, Erik Vanderstraeten, Nina Van Heddegem, Margaux Vansteelant, Koen Chiers, Freddy Haesebrouck, Christophe Van Steenkiste
Summary: This study reveals that gastric non-Helicobacter pylori Helicobacter (NHPH) species naturally associated with animals are linked with gastric disease in human patients. The findings suggest that routine PCR testing for zoonotic gastric NHPHs should be conducted on patients with gastric complaints to diagnose potential pathogens.
ALIMENTARY PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2023)
