Helminthiasis

Helminthiasis is a disease caused by parasitic helminths such as flukes, tapeworms, filarial worms, and nematodes. These parasites cause diseases that pose serious health problems, especially in developing countries of the world. Helminthiasis is a reflection of poor socio-economic conditions, which...

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Other Authors: Olayinka Okwa, Omolade (Editor)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: IntechOpen 2020
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