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Which stage is formed through central vesiculation?
Which stage is formed through central vesiculation?
- 3 proglottids
- Pyriform scolex
- Hydatid cyst (correct)
- Short neck
Which species of Echinococcus can infect humans? ASK ALAN
Which species of Echinococcus can infect humans? ASK ALAN
- Echinococcus oligarthus
- Echinococcus multilocularis
- Echinococcus vogeli
- Echinococcus granulosus (correct)
What are the clinical manifestations of Echinococcus infection?
What are the clinical manifestations of Echinococcus infection?
- Asymptomatic for 8 years then symptoms manifest (correct)
- Numerous protoscolices and daughter cyst
- Toxicity and possible anaphylaxis
- Pyriform scolex and short neck
Which animal is the definitive host for Echinococcus granulosus?
Which animal is the definitive host for Echinococcus granulosus?
Which parts of Echinococcus resembles those of other taeniid worms?
Which parts of Echinococcus resembles those of other taeniid worms?
How fast can the cysts of Echinococcus granulosus grow?
How fast can the cysts of Echinococcus granulosus grow?
How are Echinococcus infections acquired by humans?
How are Echinococcus infections acquired by humans?
What is the primary host for Echinococcus multilocularis?
What is the primary host for Echinococcus multilocularis?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of Echinococcus multilocularis infection?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of Echinococcus multilocularis infection?
Which of the following is a symptom of brain involvement in echinococcosis?
Which of the following is a symptom of brain involvement in echinococcosis?
What is the most common complication of echinococcal cysts?
What is the most common complication of echinococcal cysts?
Which imaging technique is NOT suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts?
Which imaging technique is NOT suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts?
What is the WHO classification type for a cyst with uniform anechoic content and visible cyst wall?
What is the WHO classification type for a cyst with uniform anechoic content and visible cyst wall?
Which serologic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing human cystic echinococcosis?
Which serologic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing human cystic echinococcosis?
Which treatment is considered the preferred option for echinococcosis with a large liver cyst or secondary infection?
Which treatment is considered the preferred option for echinococcosis with a large liver cyst or secondary infection?
Which organ is NOT commonly affected by echinococcosis?
Which organ is NOT commonly affected by echinococcosis?
What is the main symptom of a ruptured primary cyst?
What is the main symptom of a ruptured primary cyst?
Which imaging technique is suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts in the liver?
Which imaging technique is suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts in the liver?
Which organ is most commonly affected by Echinococcus granulosus in humans?
Which organ is most commonly affected by Echinococcus granulosus in humans?
What is the length of the gravid proglottid of Echinococcus granulosus?
What is the length of the gravid proglottid of Echinococcus granulosus?
What is the length of the gravid proglottid of Echinococcus multilocularis?
What is the length of the gravid proglottid of Echinococcus multilocularis?
What is the characteristic triad of findings when a hepatic cyst caused by Echinococcus granulosus ruptures into the biliary duct?
What is the characteristic triad of findings when a hepatic cyst caused by Echinococcus granulosus ruptures into the biliary duct?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized species of Echinococcus?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized species of Echinococcus?
What is the size range of the adult worm of Echinococcus?
What is the size range of the adult worm of Echinococcus?
How many acetabula does the scolex of Echinococcus typically have?
How many acetabula does the scolex of Echinococcus typically have?
Which of the following animals is NOT a suitable intermediate host for Echinococcus?
Which of the following animals is NOT a suitable intermediate host for Echinococcus?
How do the eggs of Echinococcus enter the intermediate host?
How do the eggs of Echinococcus enter the intermediate host?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of Echinococcus multilocularis infection?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of Echinococcus multilocularis infection?
What is the characteristic triad of findings when a hepatic cyst caused by Echinococcus granulosus ruptures into the biliary duct?
What is the characteristic triad of findings when a hepatic cyst caused by Echinococcus granulosus ruptures into the biliary duct?
Which imaging technique is suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts in the liver?
Which imaging technique is suitable for detecting echinococcal cysts in the liver?
Which treatment is considered the preferred option for echinococcosis with a large (>10 cm in diameter) liver cyst or secondary infection?
Which treatment is considered the preferred option for echinococcosis with a large (>10 cm in diameter) liver cyst or secondary infection?
What is the WHO classification type for a cyst with uniform anechoic content and visible cyst wall?
What is the WHO classification type for a cyst with uniform anechoic content and visible cyst wall?
Which serologic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing human cystic echinococcosis?
Which serologic test is considered the gold standard for diagnosing human cystic echinococcosis?
What is the most common complication of echinococcal cysts?
What is the most common complication of echinococcal cysts?
Which of the following is NOT a possible mode of transmission for sparganosis?
Which of the following is NOT a possible mode of transmission for sparganosis?
Which part of the body are spargana most commonly found in?
Which part of the body are spargana most commonly found in?
What is the main form of treatment for sparganosis?
What is the main form of treatment for sparganosis?
Where have cases of sparganosis been reported worldwide?
Where have cases of sparganosis been reported worldwide?
What is the typical appearance of spargana?
What is the typical appearance of spargana?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for the control and prevention of echinococcosis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for the control and prevention of echinococcosis?
Which of the following is a common species of Spirometra involved in human sparganosis? EXCEPT
Which of the following is a common species of Spirometra involved in human sparganosis? EXCEPT
What is the shape of the uterus in the gravid proglottids of Spirometra sp.?
What is the shape of the uterus in the gravid proglottids of Spirometra sp.?
How do Spirometra eggs become embryonated?
How do Spirometra eggs become embryonated?
Which of the following is a correct statement about the life cycle of Spirometra spp.?
Which of the following is a correct statement about the life cycle of Spirometra spp.?
Which of the following is NOT a method for preventing infection with Cyclops?
Which of the following is NOT a method for preventing infection with Cyclops?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of sparganosis in humans?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of sparganosis in humans?
Which of the following is a reported case of sparganosis in the Philippines?
Which of the following is a reported case of sparganosis in the Philippines?
Which of the following is a method for preventing echinococcal cysts?
Which of the following is a method for preventing echinococcal cysts?
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