Strongylus equinus (2) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the hosts?
A
All equids
2
Q
Describe an adult
A
3-4 cm long
Mouth capsule globular
One large tooth with a bifid tip at base of mouth capsule and two smaller subventral teeth
3
Q
Where are larvae seen?
A
In liver
4
Q
Describe the life cycle
A
Migration to liver, pancreas, and cecum - 9 months
5
Q
Site of infection
A
Large intestine
6
Q
Describe the Pathogenesis
A
Larvae - hemorrhagic tracts and damage pancreas during migration
Adults - bloodsuckers
7
Q
How do you diagnose?
A
Egg - cannot differentiate between eggs of large and small Strongyles
Larvae and adults - can differentiate between large and small
Strongyles
8
Q
What is the common name?
A
Large Strongyles
