Molecular investigation of Trichomonas species in cats in Hungary

Abstract

Veterinarian medicine, particularly parasitology, has a significant role in the guidance and safeguarding of both humans and animals. For instance, against species such as the Trichomonas genus; Tritrichomonas foetus and Pentatrichomonas hominis, who are commonly known for causing chronic large bowel disease (all). Trichomonas species are flagellated protozoan parasites living on the mucosal surfaces of the reproductive system, oral cavity, and gastrointestinal tract. Although T. foetus does not exhibit zoonotic properties, P. hominis poses this risk. Since the first description in the late 1800s the relevance of these protozoans in catteries has risen throughout the years. Data relating to the infection rate of these protozoans are significantly lacking in Hungary for both wild and domesticated cats, therefore the aim of the study is to compensate for this.