Hookworms and Their Species
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What is the main characteristics of the tracheal migration of infective larvae?

  • Occurs following oral ingestion only.
  • Is primarily a method of transmission during pregnancy.
  • Involves migration through tissues to venules and then to lungs. (correct)
  • Follows mucosal migration without prior circulation.

How long is the prepatent period for the development of parasites through oral ingestion?

  • 4 weeks
  • 6 weeks
  • 1 week
  • 2 weeks (correct)

In which stage do larvae attach to the intestinal wall and begin to suck blood?

  • Fourth stage (correct)
  • First stage
  • Mature stage
  • Second stage

Which type of migration is characterized by larvae encysting in the tissues of adults?

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Which of the following transmission methods is more common for puppies?

<p>Transmammary transmission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate prepatent period for transmammary transmission in neonates?

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Which migration allows for both transplacental and transmammary transmission?

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What occurs during the tracheal migration phase?

<p>Larvae reach the heart via circulatory system. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is larval leak in relation to hookworm life cycle?

<p>Reactivation of encysted larvae following the removal of adult hookworms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical sign is indicative of skin penetration by hookworm larvae?

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During tracheal migration of hookworm larvae, which symptom is typically observed?

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What does the prepatent period refer to in the context of hookworm infections?

<p>The time taken for larvae to mature in the intestines before shedding eggs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in the severity of illness caused by intestinal infestation of hookworms?

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Which of the following correctly describes the life cycle of hookworms in cats?

<p>Hookworms can migrate through the skin and cause CLM in humans. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method of larval transmission for hookworms in cats?

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What is the typical prepatent period for hookworms in cats?

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Which statement about the migration process of hookworms is true?

<p>Larvae migrate to the lungs and are then swallowed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can environmental control effectively reduce hookworm transmission?

<p>By ensuring regular removal of feces. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which anthelmintic is NOT suitable for the treatment of hookworms in adult cats?

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Which of the following methods is effective in preventing hookworm infections in the environment?

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What lifestyle modification can help reduce the risk of hookworm infection in cats?

<p>Keeping cats indoors when possible. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant public health concern related to hookworms?

<p>Hookworm larvae can cause creeping eruption in humans. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes an appropriate treatment regimen for a neonate with suspected hookworm infection?

<p>Treat at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks with high protein support. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the infective stage of the hookworm larvae?

<p>3rd stage larvae (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method of transmission of hookworm to puppies?

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Which of the following describes the prepatent period for skin penetration of hookworm larvae?

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What environmental condition is critical for the survival of hookworm larvae?

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Which migration pathway is associated with the mucosal migration of hookworms?

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How long can the larvae of hookworms live as free-living organisms?

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What characteristic is typical of strongyle-type eggs produced by hookworms?

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What is the typical duration for the development of 3rd stage larvae under favorable conditions?

<p>2 to 9 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following constitutes a mode of larval transmission for hookworms?

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Which factor tends to make larvae susceptible during their life stages?

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Flashcards

Intestinal Migration

Larvae ingested, penetrate gut lining, develop to 4th stage, then mature while attached to intestinal wall, sucking blood.

Tracheal Migration

Larvae penetrate skin, travel via circulation to lungs, then up trachea to be swallowed for maturation in the small intestine.

Somatic Migration

Larvae penetrate skin, encyst in tissues, may be reactivated, then travel to placenta, or mammary glands to be passed to neonates.

Transplacental Transmission

Larvae from somatic migration get to the fetus through the placenta.

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Transmammary Transmission

Larvae from somatic migration enter the mother's milk, then infants may ingest the larvae.

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Prepatent Period (Intestinal)

Time elapsed from ingestion to parasite maturity (approx. 2 weeks).

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Prepatent Period (Tracheal)

Time elapsed from skin penetration to parasite maturity (approx. 4 weeks).

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Prepatent Period (Somatic, Transplacental and Transmammary)

Time from skin penetration, encystment, and activation of larvae to parasite maturity in the neonate (Transplacental: ~ 4 weeks; Transmammary: ~ 2 weeks).

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Anthelmintic for Cats

Medication used to treat intestinal worms in cats. Options include pyrantel pamoate, fenbendazole, milbemycin oxime, moxidectin, ivermectin, selamectin, and emodepside.

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Hookworm Immunity in Adult Cats

Adult cats develop resistance to hookworms over time, reducing the severity of infections.

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Neonate Hookworm Treatment

Treating newborn kittens with an appropriate anthelmintic at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks of age is crucial.

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Environmental Control of Hookworms

Managing hookworm infestations requires good hygiene practices and eliminating larvae from the environment.

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Sodium Borate for Hookworm Larvae

Sodium borate solution can be used to kill hookworm larvae in soil.

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Bleach for Hookworm Larvae

A 1% bleach solution can be used to disinfect kennels and kill hookworm larvae.

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Preventive Measures for Hookworms

Preventing hookworm infestations involves routine sanitation, regular deworming, and limiting cat exposure to potential sources of infection.

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Cutaneous Larva Migrans (CLM)

A condition where dog or cat hookworm larvae penetrate human skin, causing itching, redness, and swelling.

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CLM Symptoms

CLM symptoms include intense itching, redness, swelling, and eventually, blister-like eruptions.

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CLM Transmission

While CLM is usually caused by dog or cat hookworm larvae, it doesn't lead to full-blown infection in humans unless the larvae are human hookworms.

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Hookworm Ova

Eggs of hookworms, characterized by a 'strongyle-type' structure, containing multiple cells within the ovum.

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Hookworm Larvae

Developing stages of hookworms, starting as 1st stage larvae hatching from eggs and developing in soil to the infectious 3rd stage larvae.

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Larvae Infective Stage

The 3rd stage larva, ready to infect hosts through oral ingestion or skin penetration.

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Oral Ingestion Transmission

Infective larvae are consumed, leading to hookworm infection.

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Skin Penetration Transmission

Infective larvae burrow through the skin, setting up hookworm infection.

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Prepatent Period

Time between infection and the parasite becoming detectable in the host.

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Mucosal Migration

Larvae move through the intestinal lining, reaching the small intestine for maturation.

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Larval Leak

Reactivation of encysted hookworm larvae after deworming, leading to reinfection.

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Hookworm Immunity

Animals develop some resistance to hookworms over time, reducing the severity of future infections.

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Clinical Signs of Skin Penetration

Intense itching, redness, and small bumps on the skin, particularly between toes and on legs.

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Hemoptysis

Coughing up blood, a potential sign of hookworm migration through the lungs.

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Hookworm Anemia

Blood loss caused by hookworms leads to anemia, initially characterized by low red blood cell count, progressing to low hemoglobin levels.

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Study Notes

Hookworms

  • Classified as nematodes in the Strongylidea family
  • Their name derives from their characteristically curved head
  • Species of importance include:

Ancylostoma caninum

  • Most common hookworm of dogs
  • Sometimes called "southern" hookworm
  • Also found in foxes, coyotes, wolves, raccoons, and badgers
  • Highly pathogenic
  • Zoonotic

Ancylostoma tubaeforme

  • Most common hookworm of domestic cats and other wild felids
  • Zoonotic

Ancylostoma braziliense

  • Affects dogs and cats
  • Zoonotic

Uncinaria stenocephala

  • Also known as "northern" hookworm
  • Found in dogs in North America and Canada
  • Can occasionally be found in cats
  • Found in foxes, coyotes, and wolves
  • Less pathogenic than other Ancylostoma species
  • Not zoonotic

Necator americanus & Ancylostoma duodenale

  • Human hookworms

General Information

  • Life cycle is similar to other roundworms, often indirect transmission
  • Adults reside in the small intestine of the host
  • Males are typically smaller than females
  • Adults have cutting plates/teeth to suck blood
  • Hookworm eggs are characteristically strongyloid-type, containing multiple cells within the egg shell
  • Larval development is initiated in the host's feces, with later stages occurring in soil, where they mature.
  • Third-stage larvae (L3) are infective
  • Transmission methods include oral ingestion of L3 larvae and penetration of skin by L3 larvae
  • Prepatent periods vary depending on transmission methods, ranging from 2 to 9 weeks.
  • Larvae are susceptible to desiccation.
  • Larvae prefer warm temperatures

Migrations

  • Mucosal migration: L3 larvae penetrate the small intestine mucosa, reaching maturity
  • Tracheal migration: L3 larvae penetrate skin, travel through tissues to the lungs, then the trachea, and are swallowed
  • Somatic migration: L3 larvae penetrate skin, enter the bloodstream, and travel to different organs, including the placenta or mammary glands

Clinical Signs

  • Can result in itching, redness, or papular eruptions.
  • Development of secondary bacterial infections
  • Chronic illness in severe infestations can lead to anemia.
  • Clinical signs vary depending on the stage of infection (skin, tracheal, or intestinal)

Diagnosis

  • Fecal flotation can detect eggs, but egg counts don't always correlate with infection severity
  • More important in neonates due to potentially shorter pre-patent periods

Treatment and Prevention

  • Effective anthelmintic drugs are available
  • Prevention measures include: sanitization, thorough cleaning of animal living areas and removal of feces promptly.
  • Good hygiene and sanitation are crucial to prevent hookworm infestations in animals and prevent human exposure to hookworm larvae.

Public Health Significance

  • Human hookworm larvae, like the Ancylostoma species, can penetrate human skin causing Cutaneous Larva Migrans (CLM).
  • Symptoms of CLM include intense itching, redness, and swelling at the site of penetration.

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