Dirofilariasis: an emerging, yet neglected zoonosis

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5216/rpt.v54i2.82178

Resumo

This paper addresses the main aspects of the occurrence of dirofilariasis in animals and humans, especially in cases of infections by Dirofilaria immitis and D. repens. It highlights the importance of recognizing this parasitosis as an emerging zoonosis in the Americas, with a focus on Brazil, while providing global comparisons. The biological and environmental factors that influence its maintenance in natural conditions are also discussed.

KEY WORDS: Dirofilaria; Dirofilaria immitis; Dirofilaria repens; zoonosis; dirofilariasis; Americas; Brazil.

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Biografia do Autor

  • Aline Diniz Cabral, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo, Departamento de Ciências Patológicas, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil, aline.cabral@fcmsantacasasp.edu.br

    2. Universidade Municipal de São Caetano do Sul, Escola de Saúde, Medicina Veterinária, São Caetano do Sul, São Paulo, Brazil.

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Publicado

2025-07-18

Edição

v. 54 n. 2 (2025)

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REVISÃO / REVIEW

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Como Citar

CHIEFFI, P. P. et al. Dirofilariasis: an emerging, yet neglected zoonosis. Revista de Patologia Tropical / Journal of Tropical Pathology, v. 54, n. 2, p. 1–12, 18 jul.2025.