Heartworm disease, caused by Dirofilaria immitis, can be lethal in dogs and cats. It is
transmitted by mosquitoes, and occurs in many parts of the world. Prevention relies on …

Canine heartworm infection, caused by the filarial parasite Dirofilaria immitis, represents a
serious and expanding animal welfare concern that is expected to increase due to the …

Background Dirofilaria immitis is a filarial parasite of dogs that can cause serious or fatal
cardiopulmonary disease. Three studies were conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety …

Dirofilaria immitis infection is one of the most severe parasitic diseases in dogs. Prevention
is achieved by the administration of drugs containing macrocyclic lactones (MLs). These …

Background Moxidectin has previously shown limited efficacy (≤ 44.4%) against confirmed
macrocyclic lactone (ML)-resistant Dirofilaria immitis strains at 3 µg/kg after single and …

Dirofilaria immitis (the canine heartworm) is widespread in the tropics, with prevalence
surpassing 30% in high-risk areas. In addition to the suitable climatic conditions that favour …

Filarial nematodes are tissue-dwelling parasitic worms that can cause a range of disfiguring
pathologies in humans and potentially lethal infections of companion animals. The bacterial …

Canine heartworm disease is a potentially deadly cardiopulmonary disease caused by the
mosquito-borne filarial nematode Dirofilaria immitis. In Australia, the administration of …

Background Dirofilaria immitis is a life-threatening nematode spreading globally. Arsenical
treatment is currently recommended for removal of adult worms. However, arsenical …

Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) disease continues to increase and spread, remaining one of
the most important and pathogenic parasitic diseases of dogs, despite the regular use of …