Leiszmanioza u psów - obserwacje własne

Canine leishmaniosis is among the most important diseases with zoonotic potential, because dogs are considered the 'main reservoir of the parasite. In endemic areas, clinical form of the disease is observed only in about 10% of infected dogs. If present, three forms of canine leishmaniosis can be recognized, namely cutaneous, mucocutaneous and visceral. Since endemic areas of canine leishmaniosis in Europe spread to regions, that have long been considered as free from parasite, it is important to include this parasitic disease in laboratory diagnostic protocols in dogs also in Poland. This article presents some significant issues on canine leishmaniosis.