Chrysosporium Anamorph Nannizziopsis vriesii. An Emerging Fungal Pathogen of Captive and Wild Reptiles

Mark A. Mitchell; Michael R. Walden

doi:10.1016/j.cvex.2013.05.013

Chrysosporium Anamorph Nannizziopsis vriesii. An Emerging Fungal Pathogen of Captive and Wild Reptiles

Mark A. Mitchell, Michael R. Walden

Veterinary Clinical Medicine

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Abstract

Chrysosporium anamorph Nannizziopsis vriesii is a recent pathogen associated with infections in lizards, snakes, and crocodilians. It seems to be an obligate pathogen. It has been isolated from wild reptiles in addition to captive animals. Affected animals often present with aggressive, pyogranulomatous lesions that can affect the integument and musculoskeletal systems. Diagnosis can be done using culture, histopathology, and polymerase chain reaction assay. Ancillary diagnostic tests can be useful in characterizing the health status of the affected reptile and aid in planning supportive care and therapy. Treatment using antifungals has shown mixed results.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	659-668
Number of pages	10
Journal	Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice
Volume	16
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvex.2013.05.013
State	Published - Sep 2013

Keywords

Chrysosporium anamorph nannizziopsis vriesii
Diagnostic testing
Fungus
Pathogen
Reptile

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Small Animals

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