Oesophagostomum radiatum is an important gastrointestinal nematode of cattle. Its larval stages develop nodules in the intestinal wall, producing the characteristic “pimply gut” appearance. Heavy infections may cause intestinal inflammation, impaired digestion, weight loss and reduced productivity in affected animals.
In cattle the pimply gut condition is caused by:
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