Clinical case report of oesophagostomiasis in captive Hamadryas Baboon (<i>Papio Hamadryas</i>) in Ethiopia

Abstract

Oesophagostomum spp is a nodule causing nematode found in livestock and primate species in Sub-Saharan Africa. The L3 infectious larvae invade the colonic wall, forming nodules in which the larvae continue their development. It can be a serious zoonotic risk in some areas in Africa. Primates are natural hosts for the parasite and do in general not show any symptoms. We present here a clinical case of Oesophagostomiasis in a captive hamadryas baboon (Papiohamadryas) in Ethiopia who died of acute peritonitis as a result of the infection with the parasite. Post-mortem was performed and colon tissue analyzed by cytology. This case highlights the importance of Oesophagostomiasis in captive baboons that undergo stress full events and the need for adequate management.

Keywords: PapioHamadryas, Oesophagostomiasis, Ethiopia