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The document includes several studies on heartworm biology, treatment, and control, highlighting the pathogenesis of Dirofilaria spp infections in dogs, cats, and humans. It discusses the use of various diagnostic methods to predict adult worm burden in naturally infected dogs and the efficacy of long-term ivermectin administration for managing heartworm infections. The findings emphasize the importance of understanding heartworm disease for effective treatment and prevention strategies.

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Bowman

The document includes several studies on heartworm biology, treatment, and control, highlighting the pathogenesis of Dirofilaria spp infections in dogs, cats, and humans. It discusses the use of various diagnostic methods to predict adult worm burden in naturally infected dogs and the efficacy of long-term ivermectin administration for managing heartworm infections. The findings emphasize the importance of understanding heartworm disease for effective treatment and prevention strategies.

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