Pathological manifestation of the Acanthocephalus dirus in Thunnus albacares

Conclusions This is the new host for the parasite A. dirus in T. albacares. On the basis of histological and histochemical findings, the lesions were highly damaged due to the parasitic infestation. The high density of the parasite and severe penetration of the proboscis into the intestinal tissues are the main reason for the pathogenicity in the host.
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research