Ascaridial Volvulus: An Uncommon Cause of Ileal Perforation
Ascariasis is a common worm infestation in developing and under-developed countries. It is caused by the ingestion of food contaminated with Ascaris eggs from faeces and is more common in places with poor sanitation. Almost 25% of the world population is infested by Ascaris lumbricoides. Although as...
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Language: | English |
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Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
2018-07-01
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Series: | Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences |
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Online Access: | http://ijms.sums.ac.ir/index.php/IJMS/article/view/3914 |