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Spread of the Zoonotic Nematode Baylisascaris procyonis into a Naive Raccoon Population
The raccoon roundworm ( Baylisascaris procyonis ), a gastrointestinal nematode of the raccoon ( Procyon lotor ), may cause a severe form of larva migrans ...
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Characterisation of the indigenous knowledge used for gastrointestinal nematode control in smallholder farming areas of KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa
BackgroundThe use of indigenous knowledge (IK) to control gastrointestinal nematodes has been known since ancient times. The objective of the study...
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Monitoring of surrogate zoonotic parasites of Anisakidae and Echinobothrium deeghai as bioindicators by application of energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis (EDXMA)
The unique characteristic of quickly altered but stable response by helminth parasites against metals and elements in a variety of aquatic ecosystems...
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Redescription of alien nematode, Rostellascaris spinicaudatum (Malhotra and Anas, 2001) of evolutionary significance with revised key to the family Raphidascarididae Hartwich 1954
The redescription of Rostellascaris spinicaudatum has brought to focus Scanning Electron microscopic evidence of evolutionary consequence. The...
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Faunal change over 3 decades to reveal Rotundocollarette capoori n.gen., n.sp., a unique anisakid from Johnius dussumieri from the Central west coast of India at Goa
A unique anisakid roundworm, Rotundocollarette capoori n. gen., n.sp. infesting Johnius dussumieri from the Central West coast of India at Goa has...
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Protocol for spatial prediction of soil transmitted helminth prevalence in the Western Pacific region using a meta-analytical approach
BackgroundSoil transmitted helminth (STH) infections are estimated to impact 24% of the world’s population and are responsible for chronic and...
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Energy dispersive X-Ray microanalysis in conjunction with scanning electron micrography to establish nematodes as bioindicators in marine fish environment
Energy Dispersive X-Ray Microanalysis has been used as the non-invasive technique on Indian helminthes to explore the role of nematode parasites as...
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In vitro cestocidal activity of Persicaria hydropiper (L.) Delarbre, a traditionally used anthelmintic plant in India
Persicaria hydropiper is a medicinal plant used for the treatment of helminth infections among the Naga people of India. To verify the traditional...
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Strongyloides colitis, a rare but important mimic of Crohn’s disease, resulting in coma and multi-organ failure: a case report
BackgroundStrongyloides colitis is a severe form of strongyloidiasis that carries a high mortality rate if untreated. There is an overlap**...
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Toxascaris leonina infected domestic cat (Felis catus) in Egypt; PCR-based molecular characterization of nematode eggs: a potential hazards to human health
This molecular-epidemiological study was conducted in several locations in Cairo and Giza Governorates in domestic cats ( Felis catus ) to detect the...
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Ascaris lumbricoides Causing Duodeno-ureteric Fistula
Duodeno-ureteric fistula is uncommon disease and its development is extremely rare. We describe here a case of duodeno-ureteric fistula caused by Ascar...
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Bronchobiliary fistula after traumatic liver rupture: a case report
IntroductionBronchobiliary fistulas are rare and difficult to treat. Peacock first reported this entity in 1850 while treating a patient with hepatic...
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Current prevalence and geographic distribution of helminth infections in the parasitic endemic areas of rural Northeastern Thailand
BackgroundHelminth infection is a global health issue that not only causes acute helminthiasis but long-term infection may lead to complicated...
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Challenges in managing a multifactorial eosinophilic pneumonia: daptomycin vs strongyloidiasis case report
BackgroundEosinophilia is defined as a blood eosinophil count > 500/mcL with etiology usually an allergic reaction or parasitic infection which can...
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Filarial chylous ascites with chylothorax: challenge of diagnosis and management case report
BackgroundChylous ascites (CA), an uncommon clinical condition, is defined as a milky-appearing, triglyceride-rich peritoneal fluid in the abdominal...
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Phytochemical analysis and in vitro anthelmintic activity of Imperata cylindrica underground parts
BackgroundImperata cylindrica is considered as an agricultural weed, but it is a valuable plant in the traditional medicines of Southeast Asia. In...
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Detection of Toxocara species larvae in four Iranian free-range broiler farms
BackgroundThe epidemiology of Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati in food animals, associated products, and their zoonotic potential are poorly...
