Natural History of Epidemiology of Canine Parvovirosis and Associated Risk Factors in Brazil
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Canine Parvovirus is one of the most well-known and contagious viral infections among domestic dogs, with a high prevalence in young animals, while it occurs less frequently in older animals due to their natural immunity to the virus.There are several strains that can lead to the death of the animal.Considering the importance of the disease in veterinary clinical practice, this study aims to analyze epidemiological aspects (incidence, morbidity, mortality, and lethality) of parvovirus over the last 10 years, correlating the epidemiological indicators with the risk factors of the disease and its epidemiological chain.Thus, the relevance of the disease is evidenced by the high potential for virus spread and its severity, which can present a high rate of mortality and morbidity.It is worth noting that the proper diagnosis and treatment are essential for the animal to restore its health, so the study of epidemiological aspects aids in taking measures that prioritize the prevention and control of this disease, justifying its management.It has been highlighted that despite the prevalence of the disease and the high overall mortality rate, there are few reports of the disease in the literature, necessitating greater attention in order to properly outline the epidemiological profile of parvovirus infection.
Authors: Ruthele Camata Menezes, Isabela Gonçalves da Silva, Samantha Cristine Balduino, Kethlen Tainah Xavier Ribeiro, Nathalia Bruna, Rafaella Ferreira Rodrigues, Sérgio Eustáquio Lemos da Silva
Institution: Centro Universitário do Triângulo
Language: English
Subfield: Animal Science and Zoology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4405518471