Human infection is caused by the ingestion of the eggs of the pork tapeworm (T. solium) through contaminated water or food. Neurocysticercosis is a dangerous complication of the parasitic larvae ...

REPORTS on the cysticercus of Hydatigera taeniaeformis have been somewhat contradictory as to the position of the scolex in situ. Lapage1 states “the whole larva looks like a small adult tapeworm” and ...

We have all found ourselves in a place we would rather not be, a school reunion, the never-ending work meeting or a distant relative’s wedding reception. In such situations, it is often a good option ...

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