Uncinaria stenocephala (1) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the hosts?
A
Final hosts
- Dogs - Cats - Foxes
Paratenic hosts
2
Q
Describe an adult hookworm
A
2 cutting plates
3
Q
Describe a hookworm egg
A
80x40 micro m
Oval
Thin shell
4
Q
Describe the life cycle
A
Per os - usual route
Percutaneous - uncommon
Cold weather (Northern US)
L3 infective
5
Q
Site of infection
A
Small intestine
6
Q
Describe the Pathogenesis
A
Interdigital dermatitis with subsequent percutaneous infections
Less zoonotic
Less voracious bloodsucker
7
Q
Describe the clinical signs
A
Anemia (low level)
Diarrhea
Interdigital dermatitis
8
Q
What is the common name?
A
Hookworm
