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Which family of cestodes is characterized by the uterus being replaced by egg capsules?
Which family of cestodes is characterized by the uterus being replaced by egg capsules?
- Anoplocephalidae
- Davaineidae (correct)
- Dipylidiidae
- Taeniidae
Which cestode occurs in the posterior half of the small intestines of birds and is one of the largest fowl tapeworms?
Which cestode occurs in the posterior half of the small intestines of birds and is one of the largest fowl tapeworms?
- Dipylidium caninum
- Raillietina spp. (correct)
- Echinococcus granulosus
- Taenia solium
Which cestode has a small scolex, an armed rostellum with one or two rows of hooks, and oval-shaped suckers?
Which cestode has a small scolex, an armed rostellum with one or two rows of hooks, and oval-shaped suckers?
- Raillietina spp. (correct)
- Echinococcus granulosus
- Taenia solium
- Dipylidium caninum
Which family of cestodes are parasites of mammals or birds?
Which family of cestodes are parasites of mammals or birds?
What is the anthelminthic of choice in the management of these parasitic infections?
What is the anthelminthic of choice in the management of these parasitic infections?
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Davaineidae
Davaineidae
A cestode family where the uterus is replaced by egg capsules.
Raillietina spp.
Raillietina spp.
A large fowl tapeworm found in the posterior small intestine of birds.
Raillietina spp. features
Raillietina spp. features
Cestode with a small scolex, armed rostellum, and oval suckers.
Davaineidae hosts
Davaineidae hosts
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Praziquantel
Praziquantel
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Study Notes
Cestodes Characteristics
- The family of cestodes characterized by the uterus being replaced by egg capsules is the Dilepididae family.
Cestode Occurrence
- Raillietina cesticillus is a cestode that occurs in the posterior half of the small intestines of birds and is one of the largest fowl tapeworms.
Cestode Morphology
- Davainea cestodes have a small scolex, an armed rostellum with one or two rows of hooks, and oval-shaped suckers.
Cestode Hosts
- Cestodes are parasites of mammals or birds.
Treatment of Parasitic Infections
- Praziquantel is the anthelminthic of choice in the management of these parasitic infections.
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