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  • Zoonotic parasitic infections
  • Global health
  • Veterinary medicine

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  • Human toxocariasis is a widespread zoonotic disease caused by Toxocara spp. larvae.
  • Transmission occurs via ingestion of embryonated eggs from contaminated environments (soil, water, surfaces).
  • Humans are aberrant hosts; Toxocara larvae do not complete their life cycle and die within human tissues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive systematic review of human toxocariasis.
  • To synthesize current research for an updated understanding of this global zoonotic infection.
  • To analyze epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing research on human toxocariasis.
  • Analysis and synthesis of data on epidemiology, microbiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and treatment.
  • Comprehensive literature search and data integration.

Main Results:

  • Detailed analysis of the global epidemiology of human toxocariasis.
  • Elucidation of the aberrant larval migration and pathogenesis in humans.
  • Overview of current diagnostic methods and treatment strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Human toxocariasis remains a significant global health concern.
  • Understanding the parasite's life cycle in aberrant hosts is crucial.
  • Further research and public health interventions are needed for control and management.