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Case report: anaplasma-related myocardial damage in a dog

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We present the case of a female dog that was evaluated following an episode of heart failure and was subsequently diagnosed with anaplasmosis. Cardiac assessment revealed evidence of myocardial injury, systolic dysfunction, and conduction system abnormalities. This case highlights the importance of considering Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection as a potential cause of myocarditis, especially in instances of unexplained heart failure and elevated troponin levels in the absence of other underlying conditions.

Source: BMC Veterinary Research

DOI: 10.1186/s12917-025-04965-9

Authors: S. Horňák, CF Agudelo, B Lukáč, A. Bočkay

Institution: University of Veterinary Medicine in Košice

Language: English

Topic: Vector-borne infectious diseases

Subfield: Parasitology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,190