A diagnostic algorithm for evaluating cases of potential macrocyclic lactone–resistant heartworm

Abstract Background The emergence of macrocyclic lactone resistance in canine heartworm poses a substantial threat to what is currently the only effective, FDA-approved available method of prevention. Further study of the biotypes is necessary to understand the mechanism of resistance and evaluate n...

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Main Authors: Andrew R. Moorhead, Christopher C. Evans, Ray M. Kaplan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-11-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-017-2441-9