Properties (41)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
Parasitic disease
|
gptkbp:canLeadTo |
Heart failure
Organ damage Pulmonary_hypertension |
gptkbp:causedBy |
Heartworm disease
|
gptkbp:commonName |
Tropical regions
Temperate regions |
gptkbp:diseaseResistance |
Blood tests
|
gptkbp:firstClaim |
Cats
Dogs |
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Heartworms
|
gptkbp:impact |
Cats
Dogs Adulticide_therapy |
gptkbp:is |
A chronic condition
A common parasite A preventable disease A public health concern A serious health threat A treatable condition A vector-borne disease A veterinary concern A zoonotic disease |
gptkbp:isPartOf |
Vaccination
Environmental control |
gptkbp:isUsedFor |
Ultrasound
X-rays Antigen tests |
gptkbp:lifespan |
5 to 7 years
Larvae Microfilariae Adult worms |
gptkbp:locatedIn |
Heart
Pulmonary_arteries |
gptkbp:requires |
Veterinary care
|
gptkbp:safetyFeatures |
Mosquitoes
Monthly medication |
gptkbp:symptoms |
Coughing
Fatigue Weight loss Difficulty breathing |