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What is the key diagnostic feature of polycystic NE?
What is the key diagnostic feature of polycystic NE?
What is the most common organ affected by polycystic NE caused by E. vogeli?
What is the most common organ affected by polycystic NE caused by E. vogeli?
What is the preferred benzimidazole for treating polycystic NE?
What is the preferred benzimidazole for treating polycystic NE?
What is the definitive host for E. vogeli, the agent of polycystic NE?
What is the definitive host for E. vogeli, the agent of polycystic NE?
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What is the primary localization of E. vogeli infection in humans?
What is the primary localization of E. vogeli infection in humans?
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How is E. vogeli transmitted to humans?
How is E. vogeli transmitted to humans?
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Which imaging technique is best for monitoring response to treatment of polycystic NE?
Which imaging technique is best for monitoring response to treatment of polycystic NE?
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Which of the following is a potential intermediate host for E. oligarthrus?
Which of the following is a potential intermediate host for E. oligarthrus?
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What is the mortality rate for patients with polycystic NE who are treated surgically?
What is the mortality rate for patients with polycystic NE who are treated surgically?
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Which age group is typically diagnosed with E. vogeli infection?
Which age group is typically diagnosed with E. vogeli infection?
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What is the recommended albendazole dose for treating polycystic NE?
What is the recommended albendazole dose for treating polycystic NE?
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How is unicystic NE caused and how common is it?
How is unicystic NE caused and how common is it?
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How do humans acquire polycystic NE?
How do humans acquire polycystic NE?
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What is the most common symptom of polycystic NE caused by E. vogeli?
What is the most common symptom of polycystic NE caused by E. vogeli?
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What is the best technique to confirm the species of polycystic NE?
What is the best technique to confirm the species of polycystic NE?
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What is the presentation of E. oligarthrus infection?
What is the presentation of E. oligarthrus infection?
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What is the growth pattern of metacestodes?
What is the growth pattern of metacestodes?
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Test your knowledge on the rare but dangerous zoonotic parasite, Echinococcus vogeli, which causes human polycystic neotropical echinococcus (NE) in Central and South America. Learn about the definitive host, transmission, and symptoms associated with this parasite. Take the quiz to see how much you know about this deadly disease.