2017 Vol.23 No.2 PP 453-456

INTERACTIONS BETWEEN CYSTICERCUS FASCIOLARIS AND COMMON RATS

SHASHI KIRAN

Department of Zoology
D.A.V (P.G) College, DEHRADUN (UK) INDIA
*Corresponding Author : Email : shashisolanki@outlook.com

ABSTRACT

The objective of this study was to determine the relationship of C. fasciolaris with common rats. Cysticercus fasciolaris is the larval stage of Taenia taeniaeformis . Development of metacestodes ( Cysticercus fasciolaris) occur in the liver of rodents. An urban and a sylvatic cycle occurs. A total of 40 liver specimens of rats were examined. Histopathological examination revealed the presence of multiple hepatic cysts, and the C. fasciolaris larva was surrounded by granulation tissue. Large and separated ûbroblasts in different orientations with some neoplastic changes were seen in advanced hepatic cysticercosis. The bladder involved the larva and large chamber containing the small chamber and opalescent fluid. The scolex of the mature larva is distinctly large, bearing four lateral distinct suckers, a rostellum armed with double, and alternating rows of hooks.

Key words : Common Rats, Cysticercus fasciolaris, Fibrosarcoma.