Dirofilaria immitis, also known as heartworm, is a major parasitic threat for dogs and cats
around the world. Because of its impact on the health and welfare of companion animals …

Fortunately, the majority of dogs diagnosed with heartworm infection are asymptomatic (or
have only mild symptoms such as intermittent cough) and go through adulticide therapy …

Abstract On Linosa Island, Italy, Dirofilaria immitis infection has been hyperendemic in dogs
and seroprevalent among islanders. In 2020, we implemented a heartworm disease …

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 Immune complexing of target antigen to high affinity host antibody is recognized
to impact the sensitivity of commercial heartworm antigen tests. Published information …

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 …

Abstract Background The prevalence of Dirofilaria immitis infection in dogs is increasing
globally and spreading into new areas. Prevalence of dirofilariosis in the state of …

Since the mid-1990s, male-only heartworm infections have been considered undetectable
using antigen tests based on experimental studies. Results from those studies are in …

Abstract Background Detection of Dirofilaria immitis, or heartworm, through antigen in sera is
the primary means of diagnosing infections in dogs. In recent years, the practice of heat …

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