Strongyloides stercoralis is associated with significant morbidity in rural Cambodia, including stunting in children.
Strongyloides stercoralis is a soil-transmitted nematode that can replicate within its host, leading to long-lasting and potentially fatal infections. It is ubiquitous and highly prevalent in Cambodia. The extent of morbidity associated with S. stercoralis infection is difficult to assess due to the...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2017-10-01
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Series: | PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC5695629?pdf=render |