Dioctophymiasis: A Rare Case Report

Dioctophyma renale commonly known as “giant kidney worm’’ is found in the kidney of carnivorous mammals. Human infestation is rare, but results in destruction of the kidneys. Very few cases have been reported worldwide. We are here reporting a case of Dioctophymiasis in a 35-year-old male patient...

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Main Authors: Sapna Chauhan, Sunil Kaval, Swati Tewari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2016-02-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/7305/17394_CE(Ra1)_F(AK)_PF1(Vi_Om)_PFA(NC_AK)_PF2(PAG).pdf