Rangeliosis
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Rangeliosis is a disease of dogs and other species,[1] caused by the hemoprotozoan parasite Rangelia vitalii.
Clinical presentation[]
Clinically affected dogs present with splenomegaly, icterus, anemia and thrombocytopenia.[2]
Many dogs may succumb to infection without veterinary intervention.
Treatment[]
Treatment is usually effective with antiprotozoal drugs.
References[]
Categories:
- Dog diseases