Strongylus edentatus (2) Flashcards
1
Q
What are that hosts?
A
All equids
2
Q
Describe the adults?
A
3-4 cm in length
Mouth capsule globular
No teeth in mouth
3
Q
Describe the life cycle
A
Migration in the liver and abdominal tissues
PPP: 11 months
4
Q
Site of infection
A
Large intestine
5
Q
Describe the Pathogenesis
A
From larvae - massive infection results in fever, anorexia, death
From adults - bloodsuckers
6
Q
Describe the clinical signs
A
Acute larval infections
- Fever - Anorexia - Constipation - Reddish urine - Damage to pancreas
Chronic infection
- Colic without fever
Adults
- Anemia
7
Q
How to diagnose?
A
Eggs: can’t differentiate between large and small Strongyles
Larvae and adults: can differentiate between large and small Strongyles
8
Q
How do you treat and prevent?
A
Anthelmintics
9
Q
What is the common name?
A
Large Strongyles
