Parasitology texts
Georgis' parasitology for veterinarians by ISBN: 9780323543965Publication Date: 2021Georgis' Parasitology for Veterinarians, 11th Edition provides the most current information on all parasites commonly encountered in veterinary medicine, including minor or rare parasites to assist in the diagnosis of difficult cases. While primarily focused on parasites that infect ruminants, horses, pigs, dogs, and cats, this comprehensive text also covers organisms that commonly infect laboratory animals and exotic species. More than 600 high-quality, colour photographs and illustrations help you learn how to easily identify and treat parasites of every kind. The most comprehensive parasitology content available, written specifically for veterinarians, provides complete information on all parasites commonly encountered in veterinary medicine, as well as information about minor or rare parasites. High-quality colour photographs and illustrations make the process of identifying and treating parasites more accurate and efficient.
Veterinary clinical parasitology by ISBN: 9781119300793Publication Date: 2021New edition of the market-leading benchtop reference on the diagnosis of internal and external parasites in animals, including expanded coverage of parasites of reptiles, birds, and other exotic species Veterinary Clinical Parasitology, 9th Edition, allows for a quick and accurate reference to internal and external parasites found in a wide variety of domestic animals and laboratory animal host species. Focusing on the tests and information most relevant to daily veterinary practice, this classic benchtop manual contains a wealth of high-quality images to assist readers in diagnosing parasitic disease and identifying and treating relevant parasites. Contributions by leading experts in veterinary pathobiology and parasitology cover fecal examination for the diagnosis of parasitism, detection of parasites in the blood, diagnosis of arthropod parasites, and more. The latest edition contains fully revised material throughout, including new and expanded information on immunodiagnostic and molecular diagnostic tests, additional parasite-specific material on the benefits and limitations of different test modalities, and increased coverage of reptiles, birds, and other exotic and laboratory animals.
Veterinary parasitology reference manual by ISBN: 9781118682395Publication Date: 2001This is a practical, thorough, bench top reference for basic diagnostic veterinary parasitology. The manual provides pertinent information on parasite life cyles, importance, location in the host, zoonotic potential, current literature, diagnosis, and treatment. It also includes step-by-step instructions for the most common diagnostic procedures used in routine veterinary practice.
Useful websites
- NSW Department of Primary IndustriesThe NSW DPI is responsible for increasing the productivity and resilience of the agricultural sector. It does this through agricultural productivity research across livestock, plants and nature resource management areas, as well as providing education and training.
- Queensland Department of Agriculture and FisheriesInformation on specific industries; management practices; useful economic statistics.
- Agriculture VictoriaTo grow and maintain Victoria's strong agriculture sector, the department works with industry and on research, development and extension to improve production; connects the sector with international markets; supports industry development; and maintains effective biosecurity controls.
- Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development: Agriculture and Food, Western AustraliaParasites are a major cause of disease and production loss in livestock, frequently causing significant economic loss and impacting on animal welfare. In addition to the impact on animal health and production, control measures are costly and often time-consuming. A major concern is the development of resistance by worms, lice and blowflies to many of the chemicals used to control them.
Parasitology websites
- Para-SitePara-Site was designed to provide basic information about parasites causing disease in animals and people. It covers information on: parasite morphology (fundamental to taxonomy); host range (species specificity); site of infection (tissue/organ tropism); parasite pathogenicity (disease potential); modes of transmission (spread of infections); differential diagnosis (detection of infections); and treatment and control (cure and prevention).
- ParaBossParaBoss is a suite of three products developed for the management of blowflies, worms and lice. The WormBoss, FlyBoss and LiceBoss websites are sources of detailed management information and regional programs that will assist in managing the major parasite risks for sheep. They have been developed by expert panels of parasitologists and veterinarians from across Australia.
- The RVC/FAO Guide to Veterinary Diagnostic ParasitologyThe McMaster technique is used for demonstrating and counting helminth eggs in faecal samples. It is the most widely employed method for this purpose. Although it provides a valuable diagnostic aid, care is needed with interpretation of the data provided as both qualitative and quantitative results can be influenced by a variety of factors.
Journals
- Veterinary ParasitologyThis journal is concerned with those aspects of helminthology, protozoology and entomology which are of interest to animal health investigators, veterinary practitioners and others with a special interest in parasitology.
UQ Parasitology Diagnostic e-Resource
- UQ Parasitology Diagnostic e-ResourceThe Veterinary Parasitology website is a resource designed to enhance the learning experience of students studying parasitology, by providing a visual guide to assist with the identification of major insect, arachnid, helminth and protozoan parasites affecting both small and large animals, as well as diagnostic tools commonly used in practice and research.
eBooks
- Australasian animal parasites inside and outThis e-textbook, edited by Professor Ian Beveridge of the University of Melbourne and Professor David Emery of the University of Sydney, addresses a perceived need in Australia and New Zealand, for a parasitology teaching resource for veterinary and animal bioscience students. It has been designed as a practical teaching resource rather a complete reference text.
- The epidemiology, diagnosis and control of helminth parasites of ruminantsHelminth parasites of ruminants are ubiquitous, with many tropical and sub-tropical environments of the world providing near-perfect conditions for their survival and development. Although these parasites are widely prevalent, the clinical signs they cause in infected animals can be less obvious than signs of other livestock diseases.