Terapias complementares no tratamento de cães diagnosticados com parvovirose

Abstract

Canine parvovirosis is a highly contagious viral disease that is among the most important in veterinary medicine. Caused by Canine Parvovirus Type 2 (CPV-2), a single-stranded DNA virus that replicates in rapidly dividing cells, this infection occurs mainly via the oronasal route, through direct contact with infected dogs or with contaminated feces, water and objects. The clinical signs include vomiting, bloody diarrhea, dehydration, fever, lethargy and anorexia, and can, in rare cases, cause myocarditis and sudden death in puppies. Diagnosis is based on clinical signs, the animal's history and laboratory tests such as ELISA and PCR. In day-to-day practice, conventional treatment involves fluid therapy, antibiotics, antiemetics, analgesics and nutritional support. Over the years, veterinary medicine has been exploring alternative and complementary treatments, such as fecal microbiota transplantation, ozone therapy, acupuncture, among others, to improve dogs' recovery. This literature review was carried out using databases such as Google Scholar, SCIELO, SCOPUS and MEDLINE/PUBMED, between May and October 2024, with the aim of reviewing and gathering alternative adjuvant therapies in the treatment of canine parvovirus. It can be concluded that alternative therapies are of great importance in the alternative treatment of dogs affected by parvovirosis, and it is up to medical professionals to seek more knowledge on the subject in order to meet the expectations of guardians and contribute to the advancement of these treatments.