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Which genus do blood flukes belong to?
Which genus do blood flukes belong to?
Which species of Schistosoma is associated with urinary schistosomiasis?
Which species of Schistosoma is associated with urinary schistosomiasis?
Where do adult flatworms of Schistosoma typically parasitize?
Where do adult flatworms of Schistosoma typically parasitize?
Which feature is unique to schistosomes compared to other trematodes?
Which feature is unique to schistosomes compared to other trematodes?
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Which type of schistosomiasis is caused by Schistosoma japonicum?
Which type of schistosomiasis is caused by Schistosoma japonicum?
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Study Notes
Blood Flukes (Schistosomes)
- Blood flukes, also known as schistosomes, are parasitic flatworms that belong to the genus Schistosoma.
- They are responsible for causing a significant group of infections in humans known as schistosomiasis.
- Adult flatworms parasitize blood capillaries of either the mesenteries or plexus of the bladder, depending on the infecting species.
Characteristics of Schistosomes
- Schistosomes are unique among trematodes and any other flatworms in that they are dioecious, meaning they have distinct sexual dimorphism between males and females.
Types of Schistosomiasis
Urinary Schistosomiasis
- Caused by Schistosoma haematobium.
- Primarily affects the bladder and urinary system.
Oriental Schistosomiasis
- Caused by Schistosoma japonicum.
- Primarily affects the intestines and liver.
Intestinal Schistosomiasis
- Caused by Schistosoma mansoni.
- Primarily affects the intestines and liver.
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Learn about blood flukes, also known as schistosomes, and their characteristics. Schistosomes are parasitic flatworms that cause infections in humans known as schistosomiasis.
