Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Successful bacteriophage therapy of pyoderma caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius in a dog.
- Journal:
- Veterinary dermatology
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Mota Sá, Cátia et al.
- Affiliation:
- Centro Veteriná
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Pyoderma caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius poses significant challenges to canine health. Successful therapy requires an integrated approach to prudent antimicrobial use. This report describes the successful treatment of a dog with generalised superficial pyoderma using a topical formulation of S. pseudintermedius phage applied once daily for a period of 30 days.
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