An unusual case of cycticercosis of the tendon sheath of the tendoachilles.
Cysticercosis is an infection by the larval stage (cystcercus cellulosae) of the cestode, Taenia Solium (pork tape worm), especially in those individuals who live in the endemic areas. After gaining entry into the body, the larvae become encysted and may lie in subcutaneous tissue, striated muscle,...
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Electronic Physician
2010-04-01
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| Series: | Electronic Physician |
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| Online Access: | http://www.ephysician.ir/2010/45-48.pdf |