Ascariasis [askarióza]

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Terms

ascariasis
askariáza

 

Ascaris Infection

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Definition

Infection by nematodes of the genus ASCARIS. Ingestion of infective eggs causes diarrhea and pneumonitis. Its distribution is more prevalent in areas of poor sanitation and where human feces are used for fertilizer.

Annotation
nematode infect caused by ASCARIS; do not confuse with ACARIASIS, mite infestation or ASCARIDIASIS, infection with ASCARIDIA; coord IM with species (IM)
DUI
D001196 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0001785