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First report of cystic echinococcosis caused by Echinococcus granulosus sensu stricto/G1 in Felis catus from the Patagonian region of Argentina.
Parasitology research - 1 Feb 2021
Avila Héctor Gabriel, Maglioco Andrea, Gertiser María Laura, Ferreyra María Paula, Ferrari Francisco, Klinger Enrique, Barbery Venturi Melisa Silvana, Agüero Facundo Ariel, Fuchs Alicia Graciela, Jensen Oscar
Abstract excerpt
Two domestic cats from the Patagonia rural area in Argentina were found to be naturally infected with Echinococcus granulosus sensu stricto/G1 genotype; so far, the only species/genotype of E. granulosus sensu lato complex described to infect domestic cats. The felines developed abdominal disseminated larval disease; the diagnosis was performed by ultrasound, exploratory laparotomy, and molecular techniques....
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