Equine Mycotic Diseases
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Equine Mycotic Diseases

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Which of the following fungi is primarily responsible for guttural pouch mycosis?

  • Aspergillus flavus
  • Aspergillus fumigatus (correct)
  • Candida albicans
  • Aspergillus niger
  • Guttural pouch mycosis can lead to fatal hemorrhage.

    True

    What is equine dermatophytosis commonly known as?

    Ringworm

    The genus of fungi primarily responsible for Aspergillosis is ______.

    <p>Aspergillus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a mycetoma?

    <p>A chronic, proliferative lesion of cutaneous/subcutaneous tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Aspergillus species is largely responsible for the increased incidence of invasive aspergillosis?

    <p>Aspergillus fumigatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The incubation period for mycotic lesions in horses is 2-4 days post-infection.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common clinical sign presented by horses suffering from guttural pouch mycosis?

    <p>Epistaxis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What laboratory methods support the diagnosis of guttural pouch mycosis?

    <p>Antigen detection and molecular assays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In invasive mycoses, fungal pathogens often occur in ______ settings.

    <p>opportunistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Equine Mycotic Diseases

    • Opportunistic fungi commonly affect immunocompromised hosts
    • Predominant sites of infection: skin, respiratory tract, and guttural pouches
    • Guttural pouch mycosis can lead to fatal haemorrhage
    • Dermatophytes isolated from animals, zoophilic species responsible for most cases: Microsporum canis, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Trichophyton equinum, Trichophyton verrucosum, and Microsporum gypseum
    • T.equinum is the most prevalent dermatophyte
    • Equine dermatophytosis is also known as "ringworm" and has public health significance

    Aspergillosis (Guttural Pouch Mycosis)

    • A fungal infection caused by several Aspergillus species
    • Primarily a respiratory infection, but can become generalized
    • Found worldwide in domestic and wild animals but susceptibility varies
    • Aspergillus fumigatus is responsible for increased invasive aspergillosis in immunocompromised individuals
    • A. fumigatus is the dominant organism in guttural pouches, along with A. versicolor, A. nidulans, and A. niger

    Epidemiology

    • Emericella nidulans from bedding materials has also been associated with guttural pouch mycosis

    Pathophysiology

    • Invasive mycoses are difficult to diagnose and treat
    • Many fungal pathogens are opportunistic, primarily infecting immunocompromised hosts
    • Mycotic lesions observed in normal horses within 2-4 days after inoculation with A. fumigatus followed by corticosteroid administration
    • Spontaneous regression observed within 15-28 days in the experimental infection model

    Clinical Presentation

    • Common signs of guttural pouch mycosis include epistaxis, nasal catarrh, pharyngeal paralysis, laryngeal hemiplegia, submandibular/parotid swelling, head and neck extension, and dyspnea
    • Cases with pharyngeal paralysis are typically fatal

    Differential Diagnosis

    • Horses with gastrointestinal diseases and unresponsive respiratory tract infections may be at risk for pulmonary aspergillosis
    • Other causes of epistaxis without fever include trauma and progressive ethmoidal hematoma

    Diagnosis

    • Diagnosis relies on clinical presentation, antigen detection, and molecular assays
    • Isolation and identification of the fungus determines antifungal drug susceptibility
    • A pan-dermatophyte PCR assay targets the translation elongation factor for detection of relevant dermatophytes
    • Real-time PCR, MALDI-TOFMS, and nano-ESI-MS can also be used to diagnose mycotic infections
    • Guttural pouch mycosis can be visualized via endoscopy

    Pathology

    • Microscopic examination confirms intralesional fungal organisms
    • Fungi present as septate hyphae with dichotomous branching and conidia

    Treatment

    • Treatment typically involves surgery or medical management
    • Antifungal therapy is essential and should be tailored to the specific fungal species
    • Surgical approaches may be necessary for cases with significant tissue damage
    • Prognosis depends on the severity of the infection and the overall health of the horse

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    Explore the world of equine mycotic diseases, focusing on opportunistic fungal infections in horses. This quiz covers common pathogens, the major sites of infection, and the implications for public health. Test your knowledge on guttural pouch mycosis and dermatophytosis.

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