A utilização de exames laboratoriais como ferramenta para o diagnóstico e acompanhamento da esporotricose felina: um relato de caso

Abstract

Feline sporotrichosis has shown a significant increase in recent years, representing a major challenge for public health. This case study describes the diagnosis and treatment of a feline with an extensive lesion, initially caused by a bacterial infection. After the identification of yeast cells characteristic of Sporothrix spp. In the cytopathological examination, the diagnosis of sporotrichosis was confirmed. Treatment with Itraconazole, potassium iodide and ozone therapy was instituted, resulting in gradual improvement of the lesion. The case demonstrates the importance of early diagnosis and rigorous clinical and laboratory monitoring for the treatment of feline sporotrichosis.