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  • * Parasitology
  • * Public Health
  • * Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • * Human liver fluke infections are a global health concern.
  • * Prevalence varies significantly between low- and high-income regions.
  • * Associated with serious morbidity and classified as biological carcinogens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To review the epidemiology of human liver fluke infections.
  • * To discuss the clinical significance and health impacts.
  • * To outline current diagnostic and treatment strategies.

Main Methods:

  • * Comprehensive literature review.
  • * Analysis of epidemiological data.
  • * Synthesis of clinical findings and treatment outcomes.

Main Results:

  • * High prevalence in low-income regions linked to ecological, agricultural, and culinary practices.
  • * Significant morbidity associated with infections.
  • * Several liver fluke species identified as carcinogenic.

Conclusions:

  • * Liver fluke infections represent a substantial global health burden.
  • * Understanding risk factors is crucial for prevention.
  • * Effective diagnostic and treatment strategies are essential for disease management.