Unusual cytological finding of sheathed microfilariae in a fine needle aspirate: a case report

Journal Title: Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences - Year 2021, Vol 52, Issue 1

Abstract

Fine needle aspiration cytology was used to confirm the presence of Brugia spp. infection in dogs causing limb oedema and dermatopathies. Clinicians must carefully consider this diagnostic possibility when dealing with similar cases.

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P. Preena Sherin B. Sarangom Seeja Sundaran

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  • EP ID EP699414
  • DOI 10.51966/jvas.2021.52.1.92-94
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P. Preena Sherin B. Sarangom Seeja Sundaran (2021). Unusual cytological finding of sheathed microfilariae in a fine needle aspirate: a case report. Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 52(1), -. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-699414