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Leishmaniasis in dogs: Information for veterinarians

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Summary

Leishmaniasis is a protozoal disease affecting humans and animals caused by numerous Leishmania spp. and transmitted primarily by phlebotomine sandflies. It is a notifiable disease in animals in NSW.

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  • Distribution
  • Method of spread
  • Clinical signs
  • Clinical laboratory findings
  • Case definition
  • NSW Legislation



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Primefact 16/3 Second Edition

Published: 01 Jul 2017

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