Molecular survey of taeniid cestodes with special emphasis on <i>Echinococcus</i> species in free-roaming dogs and wild carnivores in Armenia.

ABSTRACT: Echinococcosis, caused by cestodes of the genus Echinococcus, poses significant public health and veterinary concerns globally. In Armenia, cystic echinococcosis (CE) is well-documented in livestock and humans, while alveolar echinococcosis (AE) has long been considered non-endemic. However, a recent retrospective study identified human AE cases, suggesting an underestimation of the parasite's presence. To address knowledge gaps, a pilot survey was conducted to identify Echinococcus species and other taeniids in free-roaming dogs and wild carnivores in Armenia. Fecal samples (n = 112) were opportunistically collected from eight wild carnivore species and stray dogs across six Armenian provinces between 2017 and 2018. Samples were analysed for taeniid eggs using flotati

SUBMITTER: Gevorgyan H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12418281 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature