Journal article
Nematode infections: soil-transmitted helminths and trichinella.
- Knopp S University of Basel, Petersplatz 1, CH-4003 Basel, Switzerland. s.knopp@unibas.ch
- Steinmann P
- Keiser J
- Utzinger J
- 2012-05-29
Published in:
- Infectious disease clinics of North America. - 2012
English
Infection with soil-transmitted helminths occurs via ingestion of nematode eggs with contaminated food and water, via hands, or inhalation of dust, or by penetration of larvae through the skin. Trichinella infections are caused by the ingestion of larvae contained in undercooked meat. In highly endemic areas, preventive chemotherapy (ie, regular administration of anthelmintic drugs to at-risk populations) is the key strategy against soil-transmitted helminthiasis. Integrated control approaches, including improved hygiene, sanitation, and water, are required for lasting effects. Because of growing tourism, travel, and migration, clinicians and specialized travel clinics must remain aware of the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of soil-transmitted helminth and Trichinella infections.
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- English
- Open access status
- closed
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- DOI 10.1016/j.idc.2012.02.006
- PMID 22632643
- Persistent URL
- https://folia.unifr.ch/global/documents/12549
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