A new approach to understanding and controlling anthelmintic resistance of the equine roundworm

Last changed: 12 June 2023
Approximately 8-10 cm long worms, photo.

The equine roundworm is a large parasitic roundworm infecting horses, pigs, poultry and humans. The fact that the it has developed resistance to two of three types of anthelmintic available is extremely worrying.

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Contact

Eva Tyden, Researcher
Department of Biomedical Science and Veterinary Public Health, Parasitology Unit
eva.tyden@slu.se, +4618671208