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Javier Pérez-Valenzuela1, Herman Aguirre2, Gabriel Mezzano3
1Internal Medicine , Universidad de los Andes, Chile.
Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas
|February 12, 2024
Summary
Diphyllobothrium spp., or fish tapeworms, are the largest human tapeworms. This study presents a case of incidental Diphyllobothriosis found during a colonoscopy.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Diphyllobothrium spp. are large tapeworms, with humans as definitive hosts.
- Over 14 species exist, commonly causing Diphyllobothriasis.
- Diphyllobothrium latum and Diphyllobothrium nihonkaiense are frequent human pathogens.
Observation:
- A patient presented with an incidental finding during a colonoscopy.
- The case involved the presence of Diphyllobothrium spp. within the human intestine.
Findings:
- The study details the clinical presentation of Diphyllobothriasis.
- Endoscopic images illustrate the tapeworm's presence.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for incidental diagnosis of Diphyllobothriasis via colonoscopy.
- Emphasizes the importance of recognizing this parasitic infection in clinical practice.
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