Hepatopatia policística em felino diagnosticado com platinosomose: relato de caso

Abstract

Platynosomosis is a disease that affects felines, mainly those with keen hunting habits and free access to the streets. In Brazil, as a tropical country, there are reports in several regions, but the accurate diagnosis of this disease is still a problem due to its nonspecific clinical manifestations. Platynosomum spp has a wide variety of intermediate hosts. The parasite load of the animal generally determines its general health status. In most cases, clinical signs only appear when the animal already has significant changes. A good physical examination is necessary, together with complementary tests, to reach a diagnosis. This study aims to report an atypical case of platinosomosis with hepatic dissemination in a feline treated at the Veterinary University Hospital of UFPB. The animal was admitted to the HUV with a history of vomiting and anorexia. After performing additional tests, such as a renal and hepatic blood count and to confirm the diagnosis, a direct examination of the bile fluid was performed, which resulted in Platynosomum spp. The therapeutic protocol of support and treatment of the underlying cause was instituted for the feline's recovery. Cholecystocentesis was an extremely important procedure for diagnosing the disease, showing how much ultrasound can assist in clinical routine.