Ascaris and ascariasis

作者:Dold Christina*; Holland Celia V
来源:Microbes and Infection, 2011, 13(7): 632-637.
DOI:10.1016/j.micinf.2010.09.012

摘要

Ascaris lumbricoides and Ascaris suum are widespread parasitic nematodes of humans and pigs respectively. Recent prevalence data suggests that approximately 1.2 billion people are infected. Adult worms exhibit an overdispersed frequency distribution in their hosts and individuals harbouring heavy burdens display associated morbidity. In this review, we describe the parasite, its distribution and measures undertaken to control infection.

  • 出版日期2011-7