Case reports of Dipylidium caninum; a pet associated infection.
Ceylon Med J
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1989 Mar; 34(1): 27-30
Article
in English
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| ID: sea-47678
ABSTRACT
Two cases of Dipylidium caninum (dog tape worm) infection occurring in children are reported for the first time in Sri Lanka. The diagnosis and treatment with praziquantel, a new broad spectrum antiplatyhelmintic, are described. The importance of this pet associated infection is discussed with special reference to preventive measures.
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Main subject:
Praziquantel
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Humans
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Male
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Zoonoses
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Cestode Infections
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Child, Preschool
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Dogs
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Infant
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Animals
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Animals, Domestic
Language:
English
Journal:
Ceylon Med J
Year:
1989
Type:
Article
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