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[Hepatic amebiasis. Apropos of two cases]
L Stabilini1, G Brigli, F Doria
1Ospedale S. Giacomo, Divisione di Chirurgia Generale, USL.22, Novi Ligure Alessandria.
Minerva Gastroenterologica E Dietologica
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Two cases of amebic hepatic abscess were reported from the same town. The study discusses transmission, diagnosis, and treatment of this parasitic liver infection.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Amebic hepatic abscess is a serious complication of Entamoeba histolytica infection.
- It is prevalent in endemic areas but can occur worldwide.