Canine filariosis caused by Dirofilaria immitis in Mozambique: a small survey based on the identification of microfilariae
Schwan, E.V.; Durand, D.T.
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association 73(3): 124-126
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 1019-9128 PMID: 12515299 Document Number: 546746
Dirofilaria immitis was diagnosed in 4 of 13 indigenous dogs from the Province of Zambézia, Mozambique, by acid phosphatase staining of microfilariae. The finding reconfirms the occurrence of the parasite in Mozambique after 3 decades and emphasises the need for extensive surveys. Additionally, in 1 of the infected dogs, microfilariae of Dipetalonema reconditum were detected, which is the 1st record of this parasite in Mozambique.