Nematode dermatitis due to Angiostrongylus vasorum infection in a dog.

CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL IMPORTANCE: Angiostrongylus vasorum should be considered in dogs presented with skin lesions and respiratory signs. Skin biopsy, chest radiographs and Baermann test should be included in the diagnostic investigation.
PMID: 25963239 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Veterinary Dermatology - May 12, 2015 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Cavana P, Bensignor E, Blot S, Carlus M, Chermette R, Crosaz O, Grimm F, Hurion M, Jeandel A, Polack B Tags: Vet Dermatol Source Type: research