Overview
Classical zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis is a complex infection with a wide range of clinical manifestations, from inapparent to severe disease 1. Management is challenging due to this variability 1.Diagnosis
A staging system divides the disease into four stages to assist in therapy selection, prognosis, and follow-up 1.Management
Recommendations cover diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, control, and prevention 1.Key Recommendations
Standardized and rational approaches to the diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, control, and prevention of canine leishmaniosis are suggested 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
A staging system is aimed at assisting the clinician in determining appropriate therapy, forecasting prognosis, and implementing follow-up steps 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
The LeishVet group has formed recommendations designed primarily to help the veterinary clinician in the management of canine leishmaniosis 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)References
1 Solano-Gallego L, Miró G, Koutinas A, Cardoso L, Pennisi MG, Ferrer L et al.. LeishVet guidelines for the practical management of canine leishmaniosis. Parasites & vectors 2011. link