OPTIMIZING DIAGNOSIS AND FOLLOW-UP OF PARASITIC INFECTIONS IN A MIXED VETERINARY CLINIC
The Baume-les-Dames veterinary clinic, co-led by Dr. Tomatis,
is a mixed practice treating small animals, horses and exotic animals.
Since May–June 2022, the clinic has been using Enalees’ rapid molecular
diagnostic solution, including the EPONA™ kit for vector-borne diseases,
to diagnose parasitic infections in horses.
Challenge
A sport horse was presented to the clinic with non-specific clinical
symptoms: fatigue after exercise, prolonged recovery time,
and reduced performance.
During the clinical examination, the animal showed no major
impairment in its general condition. However, blood tests revealed
anemia. Differential diagnosis suggested a piroplasmosis-like disease.
Solution
The veterinary team immediately performed an in-clinic
Enalees EPONA® test for vector-borne diseases.
In less than 30 minutes, the test showed a positive result
for Theileria equi.
A therapeutic protocol was immediately initiated:
> Administration of Scopolamine butylbromide and Metamizole
(20–25 ml intravenously)
> Ketoprofen 10 mg/ml and Imidocarb (4 mg/kg,
4 treatments every 72 hours)
> Additional support using the Redplex® product
to optimize recovery
After six weeks, a follow-up test using the same EPONA® kit
confirmed the complete elimination of the parasite.
“The integration of Enalees technology into our practice has
revolutionized our diagnostic approach. This rapid molecular
detection solution allows us to establish an accurate diagnosis
from the very first consultation. The combination of speed and
reliability significantly improves our clinical management while
enhancing patient care.”
Benefits
> Fast and reliable diagnosis
> Immediate patient care
> Improved animal welfare
> Greater clinic autonomy